It’s been forever and a day since I posted a training log update. That’s because nobody was reading them. Sad but true. But I’m not offended. I realize that as long as It’s Always Sunny in Philadelphia reruns are available on Netflix, I’ll never be the most entertaining short bald guy on the internet. This …
Training Log – Openers for RPS Long Island Insurrection Read More »
This weekend, I finally went to see Metallica: Through the Never, the band’s new 3D movie. Metallica’s been my favorite band since I was 12 years old and I’ve been hooked ever since I first heard the main riff to “Enter Sandman”. The movie had tons of moments that gave me chills, especially right before …
Deadlift Analysis – The Good, the Bad and the Ugly Read More »
I don’t know how some of you guys do it. Kudos to all of you who manage to train hard and effectively at a commercial gym. Gaining strength and building muscle at a place like Planet Fitness or Bally’s is harder than finding a good Nickelback song or a tasty beer that ends with the …
I got out of New York just in time. Poor Matt Harvey, the Mets’ phenomenal young pitcher and only glimmer of hope for a baseball organization with historically bad luck. The starter of this year’s All Star game just found out he tore the ulnar collateral ligament in his elbow. That’s the one that requires …
Ah, the million dollar question. Always the first inquiry from budding gym rat to well-muscled iron veteran. Not “how long have you been training?” Not “how much sleep do you get each night?” Not even “can I please touch your rippling pecs?” Nope. The first question is almost always “Bro, what supplements do you take?” …
Part 1 and Part 2 of this post outlined seven rules for metcon workouts to help you burn fat, increase work capacity and improve both aerobic and anaerobic fitness. Here’s a quick recap: Pick simple exercises Use full body movements Utilize high-intensity, short-duration workouts Limit eccentric loading Pick a goal and stick to it Don’t …
In Part 1 of this article, we learned what metcons are, why people love them and why you might want to do them. We also discussed four rules to make metcons more effective. To recap: Pick simple exercises Use full body movements Utilize high-intensity, short-duration workouts Limit eccentric loading Here are three more rules to …
I’ve got good news and I’ve got bad news. The good news is I won the 181-pound weight class in the open division last Saturday. The bad news is that’s the only good news. This meet was many things: humbling, frustrating and eye-opening to name a few. What it most certainly was NOT was a …
Powerlifting Meet Recap: APF NY State Spring Iron Frenzy Read More »
“What gets measured gets managed” – Peter Drucker This quote holds true in so many aspects of life. Things that get written down tend to hold higher priority compared to things that are restricted to our memory. Written goals often get accomplished more quickly than goals simply spoken or imagined. It’s tough to live life …
This week marks the end of an era in my lifting career. It is with a heavy heart (and bloody shins) that I say goodbye to the best training partner I’ve ever had. My good friend Cory – who also happens to be my roommate, classmate, fellow strength coach and enthusiast of all things heavy …
