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Our pledge to you is that we will do the heavy lifting! We go to battle with bullshit and cut to the chase. If you’re looking for honest information, you’re in the right place.

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Strength

Ep 780 – Is emotional health linked to your fitness?

Strength isn’t just built in the gym—it’s forged in the battles you fight outside of it. Sean Waxman joins John to talk about mental toughness, emotional resilience, and why the barbell is your best therapist.

Author: John

Unlock Explosive Speed with This Secret

Why targeting the right muscles will leave your competition in the dust.

Author: John

Ep 774 – How Arash Lost 100 lbs: his secrets revealed

In part one of this epic pod, John & Arash explore the mindset you need to develop…

Author: John

Stretch Shortening Cycle (SSC)

Dive into the Stretch-Shortening Cycle (SSC) and learn how to harness the power of plyometrics to elevate your game. Time to load that spring and let it rip

Author: John

Ep 773 – The SPECIFICS of Strength Training

We love going deep on the pod, and Dane delivers on how athletes, especially Olympians, train smart….

Author: John

Post Activation Potentiation Training aka PAP

As athletes and coaches continue to explore the potential of PAP, its impact on strength, power, and explosive performance will remain a crucial element in achieving athletic excellence. By understanding and applying the principles of PAP, we can optimize their training and enhance their performance across a range of sports and physical activities.

Author: John

Ep 764 – Immortal Iron: Louie Simmons’ Legacy Lives On

Dive into a conversation with the immortal Louie Simmons and reignite your passion to lift. Legends are…

Author: John

Ep 759 – The Evolution of Strength Coaching

Discover the roots of strength coaching and how it’s changed over the decades. Are you ready to…

Author: John

An Athlete’s Bedrock Journey

When a brand new athlete approaches you and asks you to be there strength coach, or tells…

Author: Matt Sullivan

Ep 754 – Maximizing Your Athletic Potential

Discover the playbook to athletic mastery as John and Arash tackle your burning questions. We’re diving deep…

Author: Raven Winters