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.
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LATEST ARTICLES
You’ve Got A Seat At The Table of Gains. Now What?
You might come to Power Athlete for the training, but stick around and you’ll realize there’s something bigger behind the programming. The Power Athlete Nation has its own culture, standards and unwritten rules. Pull up a chair. Here’s what you need to know.
Who’s in Your Corner?
Training programs and answers are everywhere. But more information doesn’t always mean better progress. Discover why the right coaches, athletes and training community can help you make better decisions, avoid costly mistakes and keep moving forward.
How to use All Access Without F**ing Yourself Up
More training doesn’t always mean more progress. Learn when to switch programs, when to add something extra and when the smartest move is to just stop f***ing tinkering and stay the course.
When Should You Change Your Training?
When should you actually change your training? Before you jump to a new program, learn how to tell the difference between a real plateau, a bad week, boredom and a goal that’s genuinely changed. Because sometimes the smartest move isn’t changing anything. It’s to stop f***king around and keep doing the work.
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE
Go from Average Joe to MVP with performance programming battle tested at the highest level.
Choose Your Weapon For The Fight Ahead
Your goals change. Your schedule changes. Life gets in the way. Discover why we built Power Athlete ALL ACCESS to give you the freedom to switch between programs, adapt your training to what life throws at you, and keep building strength and athleticism without losing momentum or starting from scratch.
The Secret to Better Bulgarian Split Squats
Most people think the Bulgarian Split Squat is just another single-leg exercise. They couldn’t be more wrong. Learn how Power Athlete coaches this movement, the common mistakes that limit results, and the simple adjustments that build stronger, faster and more athletic lower bodies.
Something New Is Coming
Coming soon: Eat the Week, the bite-sized, weekly Power Athlete podcast covering training, nutrition, recovery and human performance.
The Missing Piece for Female Strength
When it comes to strength, power, and resistance training, creatine monohydrate has long been the gold standard….
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE
Go from Average Joe to MVP with performance programming battle tested at the highest level.
How to Build a Bulletproof Back
If you’re serious about building real strength, dominating your lifts, and protecting your spine for life, it’s time to stop ignoring the most underrated machine in the gym. The reverse hyper isn’t just for powerlifters, it’s the ultimate tool for bulletproofing your back, accelerating recovery, and leveling up your performance. Dr Hunter Waldman shares why every serious athlete needs it in their arsenal.
The Strength Hack Your Joints Will Thank You For
Most people think getting stronger means grinding through heavy lifts and wrecking their joints in the process. But there’s a smarter way. Power Athlete Certified Coach, Matthew Spaid, explains how concentric-only training, especially with sled work, lets you build serious strength, boost recovery, and rewire your nervous system without the wear and tear. Whether you’re coming back from injury, deloading, or just training smarter, this overlooked method could be the key to staying strong, resilient, and ready for anything.
The Secret Weapon For Your Training & Recovery
Most athletes obsess over protein, creatine, and pre-workouts, but completely overlook one mineral that impacts muscle function, recovery, sleep, and even metabolism: magnesium. If you’re cramping during training, sleeping poorly, or feeling run down, there’s a good chance you’re deficient. Dr Hunter Waldman breaks down why magnesium is essential for performance, how to tell if you’re low, and the best ways to dial it in for real results.
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.
