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Training Is Data Driven, But Not How You Think
Training without analysis isn’t really training at all. It's not about smashing yourself and trying to get as sore or tired or beaten as possible.
Michael Hulcher
Ditch the Bands
There is a reason that dumbbells, cables, and bodyweight exercises have been around for eons and are still used today—they work.
Mischele Stevens
Make Linear Progression Work for You
Never forget to trust the process as you ascend to higher heights.
DeShawn Fairbairn
The Truth About Training Versus Exercising
Make sure you understand your "why" and then be sure the work you’re doing will get you there.
Michael Hulcher
5 Workout Mistakes Only Men Make
If you are stuck, maybe you don't need to train like a pro bodybuilder or think that you might be one.
Gareth Sapstead
Fitness and Nutrition for the Busy Professional
Consider making your goals process-based as opposed to results-based.
Mariah Heller
How to Perform Muscle Ups Without Wrecking Your Shoulders
Have faith in the training, and one day when you're making a scheduled attempt you'll find yourself up above the bar.
Susan Westlake
Better to Be Better Than Perfect
Training is about taking the reins and working to be better, not about being a certain way.
Justin Lind
Progressions and Regressions at the Heart of a Good Training Plan
Every workout should be part of a quality program of movements. That has to include the intelligent use of progressions and regressions to help you achieve your desired goals.
#ThinkReps
You Can Teach Yourself Anything
Start with the basics and you can teach yourself back flips, presses to handstand, Olympic lifting, juggling, slacklining, and almost anything.
Jonny Slick
How We Learn
Approach your workout with the enthusiasm and focus of a master honing his craft and you will reap the benefits.
Jennifer Pilotti
Training More Isn't Always the Answer
When you improve, so must your training and nutrition.
Adam McCubbin
Progression and the Hierarchy of Needs
Good programming is essential but is still secondary to an understanding of quality movement and intelligent progression.
Shane Trotter
Training the Overspecialized Athlete
Your success as a coach is defined by the growth you can spur in your athletes.
Shane Trotter
Transform Your Gym Frustrations Into Empowerment
Unchecked frustration becomes resignation and then apathy.
Rachel Binette
Goldilocks and the Three (Chicago) Bears
A fitness fairy tale about finding just the right resistance.
Shane Trotter
Novice Lifters: What to Do About Your First Plateau
When your initial wave of progress grinds to a halt, some simple program modifications can get you moving again.
Vid Rajapaksa
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