I’ll be honest. I’m not too up to date on the current going-ons in the strength world today. But I saw several other people mentioning this, specifically that it was broadcast live over the weekend. Years back, as a fan of Game of Thrones I was made more aware of …
Vasily Alekseyev
Russian weightlifter Vasily Alekseyev was born in 1942 in a small village in the Soviet Union. During his somewhat short professional career he won two gold Olympic medals and set eighty world records in weightlifting. Vasily’s started lifting in 1960 at the age of 18, at which time he was …
Back Handspring Race
I saw this back hand spring video recently over at Strength Rules and thought it was well worth sharing. I get dizzy just watching this! I’ve never thought about doing multiple back hand springs in a race format. In fact, I don’t think I’ve ever done more than three in …
Building a Grip Foundation
I talk a lot about grip strength and feats of strength. Why? 1) Because they’re fun to do. And more importantly… 2) Because strong hands means you’re stronger overall. My website isn’t really for beginners. I’d like to think that everyone who reads my messages is a step above the …
Three Keys to Fast Progress
Hit a 470 lb. deadlift yesterday. For those keeping track (like me) that’s another 15 lb. increase in 10 days. I was surprised I maxed out again so recently this time, but the journal doesn’t lie. Also, for the record that’s just past the 2 ½ times bodyweight mark. Closing …