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
We’ve Made Strength Training Too Complicated
Strength training has never had more exercises, equipment or data, so why are we making it harder than it needs to be? Discover what actually builds strength, muscle and athleticism, why the basics still work, and how to cut the noise from your training.
Training Mistakes I’d Never Make Again
John made it to the NFL, but not because his training was perfect. From crushing pointless volume to ignoring recovery, discover the mistakes that taught him why more work isn’t always better and what actually builds long-term athletic performance.
Cool PR. Can You Actually Use It?
Strong athletes still break down when they can’t own the right positions. Learn how trunk strength, glute development and smarter conditioning build strength that actually transfers when it matters.
Strange Place To Store Weights
The best training environments aren’t built around equipment. They’re built around people who know what they’re doing. John explains why coaching, community and experience still matter more than ever.
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE
Go from Average Joe to MVP with performance programming battle tested at the highest level.
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.
Chill Out: Cold Therapy Benefits with Coolmitt
Discover the CoolMitt: a cutting-edge palm cooling device based on Stanford research, designed to accelerate recovery and enhance physical and mental performance. Ideal for athletes, fitness enthusiasts, first responders, and high-stress professionals.
Why Women Need Creatine
Ready to unlock the benefits of creatine for lifelong strength, energy, and mental focus? Discover how this powerhouse supplement can support your health at every stage of life!
Finding the Ideal Temperature for Cold Water Immersion
Whether you’re chasing recovery, mental clarity, or just trying to toughen up—find your sweet spot in the cold somewhere between ‘refreshing dip’ and ‘polar bear plunge.
Moving The Dirt with Mental Health
At rock bottom, sometimes the hardest lift is getting yourself off the ground. Coach Durrett shares one hell of a comeback story—turning pain into purpose through iron, discipline, and resilience. The lesson? Life’s not about erasing struggle; it’s about building the strength to carry it. If you’re ready to Move The Dirt, this post is for you.
