If you read yesterday’s post, you know that I’ve been stretching in an attempt to open my hips and improve the functionality of my squats. You also have heard me riff in the past and mock the practice of static stretching to increase flexibility.I maintain my view that static stretching – that is, stretching and holding a position for several seconds – before workouts or … [Read more...]
Hip Mobility
I love squats. I truly believe that they are the most important weight training move we can perform. If there was only one lift you could do, I wouldn’t hesitate to make it the squat. Far beyond simply improving your power, squats have a beneficial effect on your hormones. Testosterone levels are also influenced by the amount of muscle mass activated in response to exercise. … [Read more...]
Stop Thinking, Start Doing
Ideas are a dime a dozen. Execution and action separate the pros from the Joes. To me, ideas are worth nothing unless executed. They are just a multiplier. Execution is worth millions. – Steve Jobs Every business organization has the men and women consistently coming up with a new idea. Of course, those creative thoughts are valuable, but they’re also relatively easy. Sitting … [Read more...]
Eye Mask
If you suffer from clinical insomnia, you’ll likely need more than an eye mask. If you’re like me and simply clamoring for one additional hour of sleep but wake up with the morning light, give an eye mask a try.I feel like the universe is trying to tell me something. Some of the gimmicks that I’ve made fun of without mercy in the past are somehow finding their way into my … [Read more...]
Liquid Chalk
Liquid chalk won't make you deadlift any more weight, but it will help your hands stick to the bar, allowing you to get the most out of your session.I hate gimmicky workout products and make fun of them at every possible turn. From the ab roller to this beauty, there is endless ammo for my fun poking arsenal. The more the merrier.A few days back, I was deadlifting as … [Read more...]