What the barbell has taught me about life
If you want to be a great coach, you need to be a constant learner. In particular, set aside your ego and learn from other coaches. And believe me, I practice what I preach. I am continually talking with other coaches, watching what they’re doing… and learning from them. One man who has influenced me […]
The Art of Coaching with Bobby Sirkis – The Barbell Life 377 Read More »
This past Thursday I had the honor of hanging out with the Godfather of Strength, Coach Bill Gillespie. He works with Sorinex Exercise Equipment as their strength coach. I will explain more about that after I give you a quick background on Coach Gillespie. Coach Gillespie has worked in the world of strength and conditioning
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Whether you’re an athlete or a coach, it only takes one injury for you to appreciate the importance of tendons and ligaments. But while there’s tons of science out there about the best ways to strengthen and build muscles, it’s not the same for connective tissue. In many ways it feels like we’re just groping
Tendon Strength and Health with Keith Baar – The Barbell Life 376 Read More »
I don’t often get nervous when I’m podcasting. But I did on this one. After all, we’re talking with the world’s best bencher, powerlifting legend JM Blakely. Yes, we talk about lifting. But what’s amazing about this podcast is how this man drops so much wisdom about life. I just sat back in silence and
Wisdom from a Powerlifting Legend with JM Blakely – The Barbell Life 375 Read More »
We talk a lot about being a good coach – about programming, technique, and connecting with an athlete. But you’re not going to go far in the coaching world if you can’t pay your bills. That’s why I’ve said time and time again that athletes and coaches need to understand marketing just like they do
Fitness Marketing and Branding with Kandace Hudspeth – The Barbell Life 374 Read More »
Youth athletes are near and dear to my heart. A coach who works with these athletes can change lives. The problem is that coaching kids is a completely different endeavor from coaching adults. And lots of people get it wrong. Well, my good friend Will Bujanda is here to get that straightened up. He’s developed
Kids in Weightlifting with Will Bujanda – The Barbell Life 373 Read More »
