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The 5×5 Method…

August 25, 2014
Brandon
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I just have to shake my head at the new enthusiastic crop of strength coaches that come out of school full of excitement and ready to start athletes on a perfectly modeled and text book regulated periodization plan. Hell, like them I understood why they came out of school like this because it’s exactly what they were taught.

Don’t get me wrong a properly applied periodization plan is an effective plan for building a strong athletic body ready for most any physical task. However as we all know real life just flat out can get in the way of stuff which is why we’ve got to be more nimble in our approach if we expect to be effective strength coaches.

300 Rep Kettlebell Workout For Optimal Physical Function

August 20, 2014
Brandon
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Are you interested in adding serious kettlebell training to your strength and conditioning workouts?
Are you interested in building lean muscle, powerful physical function, and tremendous cardio conditioning?
Do you look to completely transform the way you train your body?
Are you looking to physically prepare for a sporting event, a physical test, or a physically demanding job?

Today’s post is going to be challenging, yet straight to the point with the 300 Rep Kettlebell Workout. So what is involved with the 300 Rep Kettlebell Workout? How is this workout structured?

Knowing Your Energy Systems And Strength Training With A Purpose

August 11, 2014
Brandon
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Did you know that understanding your energy systems will completely shape the way you prepare and train for a sport, fitness goal, or life situation?

Did you know that whether you’re training to prepare for an MMA fight, the upcoming football season, or for and endurance event like a long distance swim the energy systems that you harness can make, OR break your success?

Did you know that by applying and programming for the correct energy system you will completely transform your fitness level?

So for today’s topic I’m going to discuss the importance of bioenergetics (energy systems) as it pertains to your biological processes and it’s application to your strength training program. Ok I know what you’re thinking. Coach what in the hell are you talking about? That’s a great question and I’m going to work hard to clear that up right here in this article.

The Butterfly…How Strength Is A Struggle!

April 3, 2014
Brandon
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by: Brandon Richey

The Butterfly…How Strength Is A Struggle!

Butterfly at Tucson Botanical Gardens by khasan

I know what you are thinking. Brandon, did you just put a picture of a butterfly on your strength and conditioning blog? Yes, I did, but I have a good reason for it. This butterfly has taught me a lesson my friend and I know it’s going to do the same for you.

Why You Should Be Front Squatting…

March 31, 2014
Brandon
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by: Brandon Richey

Why You Should Be Front Squatting…

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So I had a friend approach me the other day to ask me about the barbell front squat. He asked, “So B what’s the deal, I mean why not just back squat?” He brings up a very good point. Why not just barbell back squat? I mean why even bother with the front squat? Well just keep on reading so we can examine this a bit closer.