A Guide to Non Sleep Deep Rest

Non sleep deep rest might be your next tool for achieving less stress, higher productivity, a stronger immune system, and overall better health. A growing number of Americans practice meditation on a regular basis in an attempt to ground their body and mind and tackle day-to-day stress. Research shows that meditation can undoubtedly benefit both our physical body and our

3 Great Tips for Pause Deadlifts

Practice pause deadlifts for significant strength gain and a great addition to your typical barbell lifting routine. The paused deadlift is a slight variation of the basic deadlift maneuver. When you pull the bar off the floor, somewhere before the bar reaches your knee, add a pause in your lift. Many lifters have experienced a massive improvement in numerous muscle

Deficit Deadlift for Explosive Power and Strength

The deficit deadlift is performed off an elevated surface. Its purpose is to limit the standard deadlift starting mechanics, and in the process, target those very same muscles for more explosive strength. Have you hit the strength-gain wall in your deadlift? Are you looking for some variety in the gym, tired of the same old moves? How about more explosive

Cameron Hanes and Never Giving Up

Sometimes a little inspiration will go a long way. Losing focus, tired, not sure what to do next? Take a step back and observe others who seem to operate at an extremely high level. How do they do it? Cameron Hanes is someone who has the unique ability to inspire and help others find determination in their health and fitness

Modern Wisdom Podcast with Brett Jones – What Is Strength

Recently the Modern Wisdom podcast featured Brett Jones, who teaches strength training and is the Director of Education at Strong First. It’s a fascinating conversation on not just working out, but why you need strength and fitness and how it can be a foundation for all other aspects of your life. I’m continually trying to figure out how to gain