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our doctrine on performance.
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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….
The Difference Between Strength and Athleticism
You might be stronger than ever… but are you actually becoming more athletic? It’s a question most lifters never ask. Learn the key difference between strength and athleticism, why elite athletes train movement qualities instead of collecting exercises, and how to make every training session transfer beyond the weight room.
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE
Go from Average Joe to MVP with performance programming battle tested at the highest level.
The Hidden Muscle Behind Speed
Could your psoas be limiting your speed? Power Athlete Certified Coach Dr Hunter Waldman breaks down new research revealing why this overlooked muscle may play a bigger role in sprint performance than the glutes, and what athletes and coaches should take away from the findings.
The Soviet Secret Worth Stealing
Forget the propaganda. Forget the politics. Strip away the ideology and one thing remains: a training system decades ahead of its time. Here’s what today’s athletes and coaches can steal from the Soviets without repeating their mistakes.
The Hidden Cost of Cutting Carbs
Every diet comes with trade-offs. Before you cut carbs, understand how your body adapts, why performance can suffer, and how to fuel for the demands of your sport instead of the latest nutrition trend.
The Truth Pill You Need To Take
You think you’re too advanced for a beginner program. That’s the problem. In a world obsessed with complexity, most athletes overlook the fundamentals that actually drive performance. Certified Power Athlete Coach, Ben Skutnik, makes the case for Bedrock, not as a beginner program, but as the foundation for becoming stronger, faster, and more athletic. If you can’t sprint, move well, and master the basics, you’re leaving performance on the table. The truth pill is simple: the athletes who achieve the most are often the ones willing to return to the fundamentals.
UNLEASH YOUR INNER ATHLETE
Go from Average Joe to MVP with performance programming battle tested at the highest level.
Training in a Transverse Plane
Training in the confines of the gym space (GPP) with a focus on transverse plane and rotational power like apply as much to sport as it does everyday life. For example, lifting a heavy tire from the ground into a pickup truck requires rotational strength and stability. While we might not be able to train this exact movement in the gym we can use sandbags, medballs, kettlebells and throws to train for such an occurrence. Thus by training in the transverse plane, athletes can improve their overall efficiency, making them stronger and generally more useful.
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.
Compensatory Acceleration Training aka CAT
Compensatory acceleration represents a significant advancement in the field of strength training, influenced by the pioneering work of Dr. Fred Hatfield and the practical applications here at Power Athlete. Hatfield’s theoretical foundation in Power and John’s integration of these principles into the Power Athlete training system have collectively enhanced the understanding and application of this method. As athletes and coaches continue to explore and utilize compensatory acceleration, its impact on strength, power, and overall performance will likely remain a crucial element in achieving athletic excellence.
IT IS BETTER TO LIVE LIKE A FARMER THAN A BARTENDER.
Real talk: your lifestyle choices can make or break your fitness goals. Let’s set the stage for…
