There is allot of talk these days about the Bulgarian Split Squat otherwise called the Rear Foot Elevated Split Squat. . Regardless of what you call it, I think its a great exercise. But, like any other exercise, it can be performed safely and effectively or it can performed in a less optimal manner. . …
Bulgarian Split Squat – It may be hurting your back? Read More »
Everyone knows that in order to continually get stronger, bigger, leaner or faster you must consistently challenge your body by adding progression. More specifically, you need to always incorporate a progressive challenge to your workouts. . Although this concept is well known, the methods of how to do this safely, efficiently and effectively are still somewhat …
How to Get Stronger WITHOUT Increasing the Weight Load – (Part 1 of 4) Read More »
This Leg Complex is done unilaterally so its great for sports specific purposes and for physique competitors to develop symmetry:
A few weeks ago the editors at T-Nation contacted me about contributing to an article they were calling T-Muscle Twitter – Short Answers to Short Questions. . The concept is, they asked me two questions, and I had to answer in 140 words or less. Yes, I know Twitter is only 140 characters. But thats …
In my last post, I provided you with Mark Young’s brilliant concept of using Tight Rotations as part of a cardio / conditioning / fat loss workout. . As promised, in this post, I have provided a video that will show you one of the ways I utilize Tight Rotations in our Metabolic Conditioning here …
Interval Training Workout – Upper Body Conditioning Read More »
The concept of muscles balance and correcting muscular imbalances is one of the hottest topics in both the fitness and S&C industry today. As well it should be… . However, many coaches and trainers have different approaches when it comes to the assessment, correction and prevention of muscle balances. Many of these approaches require a …
There is a multitude of great exercises out there. But, few as simple, effective and versatile as the Push-Up. – Here at Performance U, we use some form of Push Ups to develop strength, power, muscle size, endurance and even core stability, spinal health and postural awareness. – In this post, I’d like to show …
Bodyweight Exercise – Push Up Complex for More Muscle and Strength Read More »
I just released my new article on WannaBeBig.com entitled Get Big Legs with Bad Knees. – This article is a must read for anyone suffering from pain, injury or limitation related to their knees. – It’s also a must read for all Strength Coaches and Personal Trainers who work with injured clients and athletes. – …
How to Get Bigger, Stronger, Leaner Legs with Bad Knees Read More »
As you may or may not know, my girlfriend, Alli Mckee, is also a Strength Coach and active Figure Competitor. – You may have read her awesome Figure Athlete article. – Without getting too sappy, Alli and I have a relationship that most others dream of but few are lucky enough to actually achieve. We …
Inside a Figure Athletes Workout with Alli Mckee Read More »
Constant progression is the corner stone of any effective strength and conditioning program. – It is for this reason that I’ve developed advanced progressions to the Tight rotation core exercise protocol. – Once you have successfully performed the Tight Rotation Level 1 for approx 3 weeks. And, successfully performed the Tight Rotation level 2 for …