Fast-tracking the development of young rugby players in the four "esses" - size, strength, speed and skillA two-year program of accelerating the physical and skill development of young players at Sydney University has returned big dividends.Within days of losing the 2006 First Colts Grand Final due to being out-muscled at the breakdown, University coach Nick Ryan met with his team and together they made a pact to never again be pushed off the ball. The players allowed themselves a mere three … [Read more...] about Fast-tracking the development of young rugby players in the four “esses”
New Deadlifting Shoes
Pre-Order your Getstrength Deadlift Shoes and SAVE $20.00 (must be ordered by the 19th November, Limited Stock)Colour: RedSole: 3 mm - Ideal for competitive DeadliftsGetstrength Soft Sole Powerlifting Shoe. Suede leather upper with grip rubber sole.Super comfortable and supportive lifting shoe. Particularly effective for both conventional and sumo deadlifting, with excellent side grip. … [Read more...] about New Deadlifting Shoes
NEW: HT Brahma Truck Pulling Strongman Harness
New HT Brahma Truck Pulling Strongman Harness has been designed for extreme heavy pulling, Trucks, Planes, Trains. The Harness is used in International Strongman Contests all around the world. HT Brahma Truck Pulling Strongman Harness has been made out of only the strongest materials including steel buckles ENTER THE SHOP … [Read more...] about NEW: HT Brahma Truck Pulling Strongman Harness
Week 15 – Your Workout of the Week
A1) 5 reps seated shoulder press, 5 reps incline bench, 5 reps flat. 3 sets. 90s rest. 32kgs used on all sets B1) Cluster method for chin-ups 5x1,1,1,1,1 @ 35kgs. 15s rest between reps. 120s between sets. C1) TRX Press-Ups C2) Cable Face Pulls D1) 5x60s hammer strikes with 30s rest. Tom … [Read more...] about Week 15 – Your Workout of the Week
When Pride Still Mattered by Davis Maraniss
Great book if you get time ... maybe put it on your summer reading list ... When Pride Still Mattered by Davis Maraniss It's a proper biography, so expect a deep read, slow at the start and not all sport based, but interesting insight into the man that was Vince Lombardi. Fergus … [Read more...] about When Pride Still Mattered by Davis Maraniss
Week 30 – Your Workout of the Week
Our sprinting boys like to do the following routine now and then … [Read more...] about Week 30 – Your Workout of the Week
Interview with : Nicholas Gill All Blacks Strength & Conditioning Coach
Name: Nicholas Gill Profession: Strength & Conditioning Coach Team: All Blacks Greatest achievements as a trainer: NZ Mens Coxless Four Winning Gold at 2007 World Champs, Grand Slam of Home Nations 2008, Years in the Industry: 12 Years What strength coach or trainer has had the most impact on you and why? So many different strength coaches for so many different reasons (both good and bad!) What are the positives of being a Strength and Conditioning Coach / … [Read more...] about Interview with : Nicholas Gill All Blacks Strength & Conditioning Coach
How To Take Care And Maintain Your Eleiko Products
Proper Care, Usage and Maintenance of Eleiko Products: So that your bars, barbells, discs and other Eleiko equipment last as long as possible, you are advised to maintain your Eleiko products in accordance with the following usage/ maintenance guidelines: Eleiko Barbells: • An Eleiko bar must only be dropped on an Eleiko weightlifting platform or an equivalent platform, and be loaded with Eleiko discs or equivalent. Never drop an Eleiko bar on a hard surface, such as concrete, asphalt or the … [Read more...] about How To Take Care And Maintain Your Eleiko Products
Chain Deadlifts
Progressive overloading with chains to build accelerating strength, firing motor units through out the body opening more neurological pathways for optimal strength. … [Read more...] about Chain Deadlifts