Archive | March, 2010

Build Your Own Equipment….CHEAP!

31 March 2010

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So as I've been shopping for things like resistance bands for speed training, medicine balls for ball slams, carries, wall balls, etc.., and chains for my powerlifting training, I noticed one thing that can be an obstacle….PRICE!  $90 for a 12 lb medicine ball!!  Geesh!  My solutions will prove to be cheap-er and extremely easy [...]

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How Will YOU Lose Fat??

27 March 2010

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Now I must tell people this exact thing multiple times a day, but think about it this way.  If your mom told you to do something because it would help you in some way, you are less likely to do it.  Now if a certified stranger says the same thing and is credible, you will probably [...]

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Pondering Posture

25 March 2010

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While dealing with clients all day who sit at a computer, carry cameras on their back, or click a mouse all day, I find myself offering the same solutions to help alleviate the tight- chest- rounded- shoulder syndrome.  Majority of people are at a desk or in such a position where they can slowly develop [...]

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Are You Going to Be the Weak One?

23 March 2010

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Do you train to win or train to maintain?  If you are in a "routine", can do a few things REALLY well, or get freaked out when a challenge arises then maybe it's time to switch it up.  Be more aggressive because you don't want to be the weak link do you?  

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Powerliftiing or Bodybuilding?

20 March 2010

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If you’re debating between powerlifting and bodybuilding, read this…..   http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/vcalia1.htm

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Are You Gonna Finish That??

20 March 2010

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I know the focus is on working out and structuring your routines to achieve your desired results, but you know it is AS important to be mindful of your diet.  I hate the word diet, because it sends people scattering.  Let me say this, there are things that you may think you are "not allowed" [...]

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Freakin Friday….Finally!

19 March 2010

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I know everyone is geared up for the weekend and ready to re-lax!  Keep in mind, a break from work shouldn’t mean a break from yourself.  It’s hard to get yourself into the gym when the weather starts getting pretty sweet, so take these tips and run with them.  Great ideas for your days off [...]

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I just Told My Client This…..

16 March 2010

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Check it out!  Good info! http://www.elitefts.com/documents/md_training_bytes.htm

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Heavy Bench…I Think So

16 March 2010

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First day of my new schedule, benching with chains for a 1RM and upper body work.  Awesome day today!  Worked on my speed to the top on my narrow grip, neutral grip, and wide grip.  Got the weight all the way up to 120lbs PLUS chains (about 50+lbs).  Then maxed out for a minute @ [...]

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New Schedule, New PRs!

13 March 2010

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Thanks to my coach and some reflecting on what my weaknesses are, the schedule is complete!  Now the implementation.  The goals are to increase my bench press weight by working on form, improving lat, tricep, and core strength, work on speed on the squats from the bottom position, and strengthen my core (hips, abs, lower [...]

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New Schedule Coming Soon….

8 March 2010

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For those of you interested in getting into powerlifting OR looking for some insight into a routine to follow, tomorrow it is on!  The next meet in April has been cancelled and I am not sure when the next one will be.  May not be until late May.  So in any event, I am going [...]

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New Squat Training???

7 March 2010

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Thanks to a friend, I thought this might be a good method to try and improve my squat weight even more.  http://www.ontariostrongman.ca/Resources/training/smolovsquatcycle.htm

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When the Meet Gets Tough, the Tough Find the Next Meet

7 March 2010

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Yesterday was the powerlifting meet, the USPF Silicon Valley Championship and I can say there was good and bad.  Let’s begin with the good, I place 1st in the push pull for my weight class and division.  My Deadlift and squat were solid and I went for extra weight, to push the envelope, on the [...]

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