Well, actually… more than a word. A pretty lengthy post over at Barbell Shrugged. And there’s more than likely going to be a part II to that article. Taking a deep-dive into the subject of eccentric training. Go check it out, implement, and get your swole on. And speaking of getting your swole on: here’s… [More…]
Of Goals, and the Most Efficient Route
Zack Dechant, of the fantastic Strength & Conditioning-themed blog, Sports Performance Training, knocked another one outta the park a while back with this aptly titled post, More is Better? It’s a keen observation of the coaching community’s tendency to fall back on tradition – on what “worked” last year, or last decade – versus doing… [More…]
The Guacamole, Ham and Cheese Omelet, and Givin’ Up a Little Strength to Get a Little Endurance
First up, the guacamole, ham and cheese omelet. Nothing special here, except for the use of duck eggs — if you can get your hands on these things, by all means do so! Big, beautiful yokes — and so tasty! The photos below are pre and post fold; free-range ham steak strips, your favorite guacamole… [More…]
2/7/10, Easing Back Into Things
What better way to climb back in the saddle than with some ass-to-grass front squats and explosive GHRs? I’m amazed at just how “heavy” a not-so-heavy weight feels after having been away from the gym for a while. The CNS, I suppose, adjusts accordingly – ramping-up/down as required so as to accommodate for perceived “threats”…. [More…]
A Pair of Back-to-Back Workouts
“…Philosophers and ploughmen Each must know his part To sow a new mentality Closer to the heart…” ~ Rush Hat tip to Richard, at Free the Animal, for reminding me of my own freewheeling Rush days with this post. Ah, those wondrous, glorious days of no responsibility 🙂 Throwing the body a down-and-in curve ball… [More…]