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September Research Roundup: Bench Press Edition 26 Aug 2013 | 09:41 pm
Every month, Chris and I write the monthly Strength and Conditioning Research review service. The September edition is coming out in just a few days time and the overall theme of it is the Bench Press...
Most Popular Strength Coaches & Thank You to All My Readers 26 Aug 2013 | 07:12 am
I’ve been spending the last few hours checking out different social media sites and examining the popularity of various strength & conditioning experts. It’s sort of addicting! I like seeing how my po...
Random Thoughts 23 Aug 2013 | 12:48 pm
Hi fitness friends! I have 13 different things to share with you today (including links to four different podcast interviews with yours truly), some inspiring stories and links to great articles. Illi...
Glute Training is Good for Powerlifters 22 Aug 2013 | 11:49 pm
Today’s guest post is from powerlifter Greg Nuckols. He’s a strong sumbitch with a badass beard. You can read more about him in his bio below. I’ll be honest. I was skeptical of Bret’s position on ...
Take Pride in Your Weaker Lifts 21 Aug 2013 | 10:36 pm
Being strong is fun. Demonstrating strength is fun. Being weak is not very fun. As lifters, it’s natural for us to gravitate toward the exercises that come easy to us, and tempting to avoid altogether...
Kettlebell Swings: Go Heavier for Greater Glute and Hamstring Activation 21 Aug 2013 | 09:59 pm
Kettlebell swings are an amazingly versatile exercise. A proficient swinger will be able to pick up squats, deadlifts, and hip thrusts very quickly due to both superior hip hinging coordination and en...
What’s the Biggest Problem in the S&C Industry? 20 Aug 2013 | 09:25 am
I’ve been interviewed many times in the past several years, and a recurring question that I receive is, “What’s the biggest problem in the Strength & Conditioning industry?” I used to think that the b...
How do I Keep my Glutes While on Vacation? A Simple Bodyweight Glute Workout 17 Aug 2013 | 02:00 am
“Hi Bret, I love your blog. I’m going to be going on a week long vacation in September and I don’t want to lose my glutes during that time. I won’t have access to a gym or any equipment. What… Read m...
Random Thoughts 16 Aug 2013 | 12:38 am
Hi friends! I have 7 things to share with you today: BC on Instagram I just started up an Instagram account HERE. Please follow me if you’d like. 30 Days of Thrusting Challenge Graphic Kellie made thi...
The 30 Days of Thrusting Challenge 14 Aug 2013 | 12:38 pm
Ladies and gentlemen, I’ve got a new challenge for you! You’ll be doing 30 straight days of thrusting. Let me state up front that this challenge isn’t for newbies. You need a minimum barbell glute bri...
