JOURNAL

Our Journal is where strength meets substance. A collection of articles that define
our doctrine on performance.

We don't answer to sponsors, trends, or algorithms. Our loyalty is to you — the coaches, athletes, and hard-charging individuals looking for truth, not hype.

We'll do the heavy lifting. We go to battle with bullshit and cut straight to the facts. If you want honest insight and hard-earned experience, you're in the right place.

LATEST ARTICLES

The Missing Piece in Your Hypertrophy Training

Most people don’t struggle to build muscle because they need a new program, they struggle because they’ve never learned how to truly train for hypertrophy. At The Hypertrophy Standard Seminar, John and the Power Athlete crew break down the real drivers of muscle growth, from mechanical tension and movement execution to nutrition, recovery, and training intensity. This isn’t theory for the internet. It’s hands-on coaching designed to help lifters train harder, execute better, and finally understand what it takes to build real size and strength.

Author: John

There’s No Substitute for Trampoline Sprints

Speed isn’t just about running faster, it’s about force, timing, and control. Certified Power Athlete Coach, Dr Ben Skutnik, explains how trampoline sprints train all three, helping you build power and resilience with every step.

Author: Ben Skutnik

The BS Coaches Keep Shovelling About Speed

Sprint-only training sounds clean, but it leaves field athletes underprepared. Speed matters, but without conditioning, athletes fade when it counts. Power Athlete Certified Coach, Dr Ben Skutnik, breaks down why repeat effort, recovery, and aerobic support are essential for real performance, and why practice alone won’t cover the gap.

Author: Ben Skutnik

Why You Need to Stop Ignoring Creatine

Learn more about creatine supplementation, why it’s the most researched and effective performance supplement available, and how it can improve strength, recovery, and cognitive function when used consistently.

Author: John

UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE

Go from Average Joe to MVP with performance programming battle tested at the highest level.

Sled Work Without a Sled

No sled? No problem. Learn the best sled workout alternatives to build power, speed, and conditioning anywhere. Whether you’re in a packed gym, outdoors, or traveling with limited equipment. Discover how to maintain intensity, train the same energy systems, and keep making gains without missing a step.

Author: Ben Skutnik

Why Your Energy Sucks All Day

If your energy crashes every day, it’s not a lack of discipline, it’s metabolic inflexibility. Learn how to stop relying on sugar, stabilize your energy, and build a body that performs without constant fueling.

Author: John

How To Hack Your Breathing

If you’re not using breathing for performance, you’re leaving results on the table. Learn how to get stronger, recover faster, and train smarter.

Author: John

Burnt Out or Just Low on Salt?

Think you’re overtraining? You might just be under-salted. Learn how sodium drives hydration, performance, and recovery—and why increasing your intake could be the simplest fix for better output in the gym.

Author: John

UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE

Go from Average Joe to MVP with performance programming battle tested at the highest level.

Which Protein Powder Actually Works?

Whey, casein, collagen, or plant-based? Not all protein powders are created equal. Here’s how to choose the right one for your goals without wasting money or screwing up your nutrition.

Author: Ben Skutnik

Your Breath Is Weak. Fix It With CO₂ Training

Most athletes breathe like amateurs and it’s costing them reps, recovery, and resilience. This article shows you how to weaponize CO₂ tolerance for better endurance, sharper focus, and elite-level calm under pressure. Learn how to breathe like Bane and dominate when others gas out. Read it, or stay average.

Author: Matt Spaid

Muscle: The Ultimate Longevity Drug

Muscle is the ultimate longevity drug, yet most people are losing it without realizing what’s at stake. Strength isn’t just about performance; it’s your body’s best defense against aging, disease, and metabolic decline. We break down why muscle is the key to a longer, healthier life and how you can start building it today. Don’t just survive, thrive.

Author: John

Mastering the Power Athlete Anabolic Diet

Learn how to successfully implement the Power Athlete Anabolic Diet for peak performance. Discover key strategies for adaptation, hydration, and fueling.

Author: Ben Skutnik