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FREE Strength and Power Training Video
Virtually every client I work with wants to get stronger or more powerful. But what kind of strength are you looking to develop? What are some of the best ways to get stronger? And how does power fit into the mix? If you’d like the answer to these questions (and many, many more) head over […]
Continue ReadingBulletproof Athlete – Third Place Winner
Anna, thanks for taking the time to be with us here today. Could you start by telling us a little bit about yourself? Hi, my name is Anna. I am 34 years old. I enjoy working out, riding my bike, and hiking. I am in the field of physical therapy and enjoy rehabilitating athletes. I […]
Continue ReadingFREE Mobility Training Video
Hey guys, got something pretty cool for you here today. If you head over to the Bulletproof Athlete website, you can register for a 100% free video that covers all the basics of mobility, flexibility and stability training. If you’ve ever wanted to learn more about these topics, please head over there right now to […]
Continue Reading5 Lessons to Teach Young Athletes
The past couple of weeks have been a whirlwind, as I’ve been on the floor a bunch and coaching some really fun athletes. As a result, I’ve also been reflecting on some of the lessons I’ve tried to teach my young athletes along the way. Each and every kid is a little bit different, and […]
Continue ReadingThe Get Swole Upper Body Workout
A few months back, two of the guys at IFAST came into my office with almost identical issues they needed to work around and address. Their low backs were beat-up, so big lifts like squats and deads were out (at least for the short-term). On the other hand, being young, testosterone-laden men (with spring quickly […]
Continue ReadingYou NEED Long Duration, Low Intensity Cardio
(Lead Photo Courtesy of Malkav) You don’t want to hear this — but you need to hear it. Chances are, you need some low-intensity conditioning work in your programming. Long duration, low-intensity cardio has a myriad of benefits. Improved cardiovascular function. Deeper, more restful sleep. Less stress and anxiety. So you really have two choices […]
Continue Reading2013 Sounders FC Sports Science Weekend Recap
This past weekend I had the pleasure of attending the 2013 Sounders FC Sports Science weekend. Needless to say, Dave Tenney and his staff put on an amazing seminar! Not only was I surrounded by some of the best and brightest in the strength and conditioning community, but the seminar was one of the most […]
Continue ReadingBig Lifts and Core Training
Yo Mike! Coach Poliquin (and others) have noted that you only need squats, deadlifts, overhead presses, etc. to build core strength. What do you think? This is an age-old question, and hopefully I can do it justice in one post. Let me begin by saying I have the utmost respect for Coach Poliquin and everything […]
Continue ReadingLats: Friend or Foe?
The lats are an often revered muscle group. Most guys are all about getting that “V-taper” and looking jacked. For women, there’s something incredibly empowering about being about to move their own bodyweight. As such, we have tons of women coming into IFAST who have a goal to do a chin-up. But are the lats […]
Continue ReadingStop Missing Lifts!
Spring 2001 Ball State University Powerlifting Practice One of my favorite guys on the powerlifting team is having a rough go at it. He’s in what he calls a “squatting slump” and he’s bound and determined to work his way out of it. We’re less than 1 month out from Collegiate Nationals; now is not […]
Continue ReadingRTS 2013 Manifesto
Welcome to the new and improved Robertson Training Systems (RTS). I’ve been meaning to write this for a few weeks now, but unfortunately, things have been truly hectic and this is the first time I’ve been able to sit down and put pen to paper (or fingers to keyboard!). One of my most popular posts […]
Continue ReadingDo You NEED Corrective Exercises?
Note from MR: Dean Somerset is a guy I truly respect. Not only is he a great writer, but he knows corrective exercise as well as anyone I know. Dean is getting ready to launch his Post Rehab Essentials 2.0, and I thought you’d like to hear his thoughts on corrective exercise in this short […]
Continue ReadingAdding Corrective Exercise to Your Large Group Personal Training Program
Note from MR: Steve Long and Jared Woolever are two guys I have mentored for years in the fitness industry. Not only are they great guys, but they are doing amazing things for people who work in large group settings. If you work in a large group setting, or have considered doing it in the […]
Continue ReadingFour Elite Speed Seminar Takeaways
This past weekend, I attempted something totally new with our seminars here at IFAST. Rather than bringing in a slew of presenters and only allowing them an hour each to present, I brought in two top notch guys in Lee Taft and Nick Winkelman, and allowed them each a half day to speak. Needless to […]
Continue Reading5 Factors for Success
The other day, Eric Oetter and I sat down for coffee. He had been touring Europe for the previous two weeks, so it was great to get caught up on what was going in life. Towards the end, we got on the topic of continuing education, and what we were reading right now to get […]
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