As another year comes to a close, let’s take a look back at some of the most impactful articles, blog posts, and discussions from 2014—covering everything from strength training and injury prevention to muscle-building strategies and programming techniques. Featured Articles Bodybuilding.com T-Nation EliteFTS The PTDC Fitness & Performance Publications Top Blog Posts on TheEliteTrainer.com Special…
One of the first seminars I ever delivered was at the 2002 Canadian Personal Trainers Network (CPTN) Conference at Ryerson University in Toronto. Titled Strength Training Parameters and Program Design, the lecture was a great success. Many trainers approached me afterward for consultations and eagerly attended my upcoming workshops. The CPTN even invited me back…
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