David Macklin of Scotland showing the sensational scapula abduction which won him the silver award in April from Maxalding. You gotta wonder what did the guy that won gold do, because that is the most unbelievable scapula control I’ve ever seen. This is one exercise in muscle control that takes …
Podcast: Deadlift Training
In this weeks podcast I go deep on my own deadlift training and cover the keys that have led to my progress. [display_podcast] Four variations of the deadlift exercise Ideas on changing the range of motion More on the Flat vs. Round back debate Finding your deadspots, the weakness holding …
Bending Steel Documentary
I came across this video and it game me goosebumps. I’m super excited to see the movie about the art of strongman. I met Chris Rider quite some time ago when I first flew out to Houston to train with Dennis Rogers. Then recently when I put on a workshop …
Book Review: The Key to Might and Muscle
In the physical culture book club I may have saved the best for last. The Key to Might and Muscle by George F. Jowett is one of the best books overall for learning what it takes to become very strong and build up a great body. I’ve read it in …
Strongman Dennis Rogers
If you want to be strong there is no one better to learn from than Grandmaster Strongman Dennis Rogers. Unfortunately, your opportunity to learn from him is going away. He’s decided to pull all of his training DVD’s off of the market for good. The good news is that you …
Podcast: Strongman Journey
In this podcast I detail my strongman journey. Here are a few of the details you’ll find inside: [display_podcast] The difference between Modern Strongman and Old, or Competitive versus Performance based The 6 Staple Feats of Strength as taught by Dennis Rogers The Mighty Atom, Slim the Hammerman and how …
Quick Barbell and Bodyweight Leg Workout
Check out this guest video from Tyler Bramlett featuring a quick and easy, yet effective, barbell and bodyweight leg workout. Grab the $7 Warrior Lower Body Course here. (Limited Time Offer) The Warrior Lower Body System has been designed to show people the safest and most effective way to perform …
Podcast: Leg Training with Tyler Bramlett
This is my first podcast with a guest, my good friend and often training partner Tyler Bramlett. [display_podcast] How to Bounce Back from Severe Injuries The PM3 Method – What it is and how to use it? How one client went from zero to 123 consecutive pistols! The value of …
Neck Training Article
I wrote a great guest article for Anthony Mychal all about neck training, showing my favorite exercises. Check it out. Neck Training Fit for a Neanderthal
Book Club: The Key to Might and Muscle
Introducing the Physical Culture Book Club. As a subscriber on Legendary Strength you can join for free. For the month of December we’ll be reading The Key to Might and Muscle by George F. Jowett. Or want to get all 12 books for this year in one package right now? …
Louis Cyr – The Strongest Man That Ever Lived
The Strongest Man That Ever Lived was written about Louis Cyr by the well-known strength author, George F. Jowett. Here is my review of this book. First off it’s obvious from the title that Jowett believed Cyr was genuinely the strongest of the strong and in fact could claim the …
October’s Book Club Article
Busy with the kettlebell juggling so I’m getting this out late. The next one should be on time. It’s the new article on October’s Physical Culture Book Club selection. This is for Lessons in Wrestling and Physical Culture.
Book Club: The Strongest Man That Ever Lived
Introducing the Physical Culture Book Club. As a subscriber on Legendary Strength you can join for free. For the month of November we’ll be reading The Strongest Man That Ever Lived by George F. Jowett. Or want to get all 12 books for this year in one package right now? …
Strength is a Skill and Deliberate Practice
I just recently read Talent is Overrated, and this is led to me thinking more about this statement that I first heard from Pavel that “Strength is a Skill.” For this article I wanted to dive deep into this subject so that you’re able to improve your results in your …
Book Club: Farmer Burns
Introducing the Physical Culture Book Club. As a subscriber on Legendary Strength you can join for free. For the month of October we’ll be reading Lessons in Wrestling and Physical culture by Martin ‘Farmer’ Burns. Or want to get all 12 books for this year in one package right …