programming

As a trainer, having a client come in the door who wants just a single thing is like Christmas. You have no idea how happy it makes me when a new client says, “I just want to run faster.” Fixing a ... Continue Reading

I turn 32 in the coming days. Wait one second, let me read that again. Just had to check for a second. That is a true statement, but one that is hard for me to believe. I turn 32, but I am stronger than I ... Continue Reading

Starting a new training program is exciting. So much potential. The expectation of extra kilos on your max lifts. The promise of getting stronger. The prospect of performing better (and looking better). ... Continue Reading

Everything in life is cyclic, whether we want to admit it or not. From the El Nino effect to the stock market, life follows a roller coaster flow - no matter how much we try to tame it. Smart ... Continue Reading

I know there are seven days in a week and all should be used when designing a sensible training plan. By suggesting all should be used, I mean some are work days and some are recovery days, depending on ... Continue Reading

Sometimes I feel like an alien, watching humans to see what crazy thing they’re going to do next. Except in this case instead of reporting to my lizard overlords I just go home and tell my ... Continue Reading

Think of one way you could improve your current training program. Got one? Good. Bet you thought of adding something rather than taking something away, didn’t you? You’re not alone. Most of us will ... Continue Reading

A good training program produces gains in strength, power, lean muscle mass, or whatever your training goals may be. That requires a good mix of science and common sense. Unfortunately it's not always easy ... Continue Reading

Designing a training program can be both tedious and confusing. What days should you skill train? When should you perform endurance training? What about scheduling speed and agility training? You need to ... Continue Reading