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Powerlifting For Bodybuilders

Originally posted at www.t-nation.com I always find it amusing when bodybuilders make fun of powerlifters and vice versa. I mean when it comes down to it, we’re all into the iron game, just different variations with different goals. People, people, can’t we all just get along? Back in the day, a ton of the old-school […]

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Your First Meet: Part I Setting a Date and Developing Goals

Originally Posted on www.elitefitnesssystems.com Congratulations! You’ve finally decided to take the plunge and compete in a powerlifting meet. However, there are so many questions to be answered. What federation should you compete in? How do you prepare? What do you do on meet day? My goal with this series is to give you an idea […]

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Your First Meet: Part III The Meet

Originally posted on www.elitefitnesssystems.com It’s here! You’ve set up clearly defined goals. You’ve busted your ass for the past eight, twelve, or sixteen weeks. And now, quite simply, it’s show time. Unfortunately, while this should be the best part of the entire process, it can very quickly become the worst. There’s no feeling worse than […]

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The Intermediate Deadlift Cycle

originally posted on www.elitefitnesssystems.com The deadlift may be the purest test of strength in the iron game. Heavy weight. On the floor. Must pick it up. In the beginning, you can follow just about any routine and make decent progress. Heavy sets of five have worked for more than a few lifters. However, once you […]

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Body weight, Leverage, and Lifting For Strength

Originally Posted on www.elitefitnesssystems.com The word “leverage” appears widely in discussions of strength training. For example: · “Many things contribute to strength. Leverage is one factor…” —Frederick Hatfield · “Leverage plays a large role in lifting.” —Bob Youngs · “…the weights that I lifted had a lot to do with mental fortitude and leverage.” —Dave […]

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Gittin’ Diesel in Your Own Home Gym

originally posted on www.elitefitnesssystems.com I’m always telling my wife that there are two really smart things I’ve done so far in my life. They are in this order: 1. Marry her 2. Build a home gym Seriously, nothing outranks my wife but building a home gym was pretty damn close! (Ok, just kidding honey. Not […]

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Understanding the Supplemental Exercises: The Deadlift

Originally posted on www.elitefitnesssystems.com In our series, “Overcoming Lousy Leverages,” Eric Cressey and I covered all three power lifts and discussed how smart training can lead to bigger totals. In this series, we will discuss the biomechanics behind each lift as well as several strategies to destroy any sticking points you may have. We will […]

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Interview With Mike Robertson

Originally Posted On www.elitefitnesssystems.com EFS:  How about the Cliff Notes version of your evolution as a strength and conditioning coach? Mike Robertson:  Well, I got my Masters in Sports Biomechanics from the Human Performance Lab at Ball State University.  When I was at Ball State I began powerlifting and learned the basics.  I spent three […]

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Fun With Your (Med) Balls

Originally posted on www.elitefitnesssystems.com Introduction If you’ve been training long enough, chances are that just about everything you do is routine.  Possibly the worst part of having a routine is monotony and boredom, especially when it comes to warming-up; you know it’s important, but damn if it isn’t downright boring! The med ball warm-ups enclosed […]

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Touring Toronto: The SWIS Report

Originally posted on www.elitefitnesssystems.com Introduction – Ken Kinakin The 2005 SWIS Symposium was held at the Delta Meadowvale Hotel & Conference Center in Mississaugo, Ontario. The SWIS began on a nostalgic note with a review of some of the more colorful speakers of the past. Despite the solid lineup, year after year, the SWIS symposium […]

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Breaking Into The Industry

Originally Posted at www.figureathlete.com Hi, my name is Mike, and I’m an addict. I’m absolutely addicted to learning more about the human body and helping people achieve their goals. If I wasn’t, why would I spend 13 or 14 hours on any given day training people? So you think you want to get into the […]

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Vixen Liftin’: The Comprehensive Program

Originally Posted at www.figureathlete.com I’m asked all the time about a solid training program for women. What does it look like? Should women train differently than their grunting, crotch-scratchin’ counterparts? The fact of the matter is that women don’t need to train all that differently from men with regards to sets, reps, etc. Generally, women […]

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The Five Reasons You’re Not Succeeding

Originally Posted on www.figureathlete.com What’s the most important reason you hit the gym? Is it to get stronger? To shed some unwanted bodyfat? Or is it simply to look and feel great? Regardless of what your goals are, the worst thing is when you don’t see any progress. After all, the top reasons people completely […]

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Make the Posterior Chain Your Strongest Link

Originally Posted on www.figureathlete.com Well-developed glutes and hamstrings are a focal point for most women’s bodies. Whether the goal is to win a figure competition, to look great in a bikini, or to make the other girls at the gym jealous, a solid program will get you there faster and more effectively. And, believe it […]

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Sexy Core Training

Originally poste at www.figureathlete.com Let’s be honest ladies, everyone reading this probably wants a sexy midsection. But are you going about it the right way? Do you know if your core stability is up to snuff? Do you really know the exercises you should, and more importantly, shouldn’t be performing? Very few people understand core […]

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