What the barbell has taught me about life
With the financial success of 5/3/1, Jim Wendler has been able to live his dream. He’s now a strength coach at his local high school – and he has totally transformed the program. They’ve gone from being mediocre to now being a dominant force. And the interesting thing is that Jim’s approach is the exact […]
Jim Wendler on Training High Schoolers (Part 2) – The Barbell Life 241 Read More »
Sometimes in life I find myself in what feels like a hamster wheel. I get up, write a bit, answer emails, train, coach, hang with my family, and go to bed. This goes on day after day, and week after week. I don’t know about you, but sometimes I wonder if I am really making
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Anyone in the strength game has heard the name Jim Wendler. He’s the creator of the legendary 5/3/1 system – and he’s been a part of such strength dynasties as Westside Barbell and EliteFTS. So take a listen to this one to hear his story and all that he’s learned along the way. This one
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Dave Lipson has been around CrossFit for a long time. In fact, he’s been around long enough that he competed in the Games on a whim (back when you could just walk up and enter). And he’s got some crazy and hilarious stories to tell. But recently Dave has been competing in a different realm
CrossFit and Gaining Muscle with Dave Lipson – The Barbell Life 239 Read More »
When you talk about sports psychology with an athlete, most will shut down almost immediately. Sports psych has a bad stigma among athletes in America – and that’s very unfortunate because it’s the one area where most athletes need help. ‘CLARKING’ I have a young female athlete who should definitely be the next one to
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“A little puking never hurt anybody.” That’s what Jason Spray said as we were talking about mental toughness. Sure, he doesn’t run kids until they’re sick – but as I share in this one, sometimes I think that’s what some kids need. Jason Spray is one of those coaches who can not only motivate and
NSCA Coach of the Year Jason Spray – The Barbell Life 238 Read More »
