“Lift heavy sh*t” is a phrase I see gaining more and more traction in the endurance world (which delights me no end). It seems that more and more athletes and coaches are bringing heavy lifting into ...

If lifting really heavy weights has always been the one gym activity that seemed too scary, intimidating, or intense for you, you’re not alone. I used to be a hardcore cardio person who was obsessed ...

For many, the concept of "lifting heavy" might seem intimidating, especially as we get older. Images of intense gym sessions and bulging muscles might not align with the vision of graceful aging.

If there’s one thing I hope to accomplish in my fitness career, it’s to convince people to start lifting heavy things. More and more people are realizing how important strength training is (strong is ...

Strength training sparks endless debates, especially for women navigating fitness trends. Heavy weights—barbells, kettlebells, or dumbbells beyond the usual 5-pounders—often carry a reputation for ...

The importance of strength training is well known. But when it comes to how to strength train, the advice can be confusing. Popular workout modalities take vastly different approaches. Low-impact ...

I like to use this quote from American record-breaking powerlifter Ed Coan when coaching young and beginner lifters since it reinforces the importance of technique every time you lift a weight. "When ...

I was the strongest I had ever been when life ground to a halt. It was November 2016. I was standing on the turf strip that runs down the center of my 24-hour, old-school-style strength-training gym, ...

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The fitness industry has convinced everyone that building serious muscle requires loading barbells with intimidating amounts of weight and grunting your way through sets that make you question your ...

If lifting really heavy weights has always been the one gym activity that seemed too scary, intimidating, or intense for you, you’re not alone. I used to be a hardcore cardio person who was obsessed ...