Name: Karsten Jensen Profession: Strength and Conditioning Coach Team: Work for various clients, including University of Toronto … [Read more...] about Interview with : Karsten Jensen Strength and Conditioning Coach
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Week 4 – Counterbalanced Program
Hi everyone, well the wilds of Hokkaido have been good for me, and yes when you read running I was actually running, and today i feel like i was hit by a truck on the way home, do not know if I will ever enjoy it as much as lifting Chris and Lou but I may pen a new adage, "lift for my head and run for my heart" cheers, ash … [Read more...] about Week 4 – Counterbalanced Program
Are there any Disadvantages to the Front Squat Harness All Sport (compact) other than not being able to do Zercher Squats?
Are there any disadvantages to the Front Squat Harness All Sport (compact), other than not being able to do Zercher Squats? Are there any disadvantages to the Front Squat Harness All Sport (compact), other than not being able to do Zercher Squats? Thanks for the question... The Front Squat Harness All Sport (compact) has limited top pin position. It all depends on how much weight you will be lifting. The Getstrength Front Squat and Zercher Harness has two top pin positions, this will give … [Read more...] about Are there any Disadvantages to the Front Squat Harness All Sport (compact) other than not being able to do Zercher Squats?
New IPF Powerlifting T-Shirt
BE PROUD! New IPF Powerlifting T-Shirt Shop Now Product Description 100% ring-spun lightweight cotton Pre-shrunk Tubular construction Shoulder-to-shoulder tape Seamless collar Double-needle sleeve and bottom hem This is a classic tee that has a light feel. Made of 100% ring-spun cotton This item is sent direct from the USA please allow 10 days for delivery … [Read more...] about New IPF Powerlifting T-Shirt
Week 8 – Your Workout of the Week
Floor Press Max Effort (min 8 sets) *max weight Chains Pin Lock out Top Pin 3 warm up sets plus 6 top sets 5 reps (10 sec Rest) Tricep Ext 7 x 8 (10se rest) – D.B pass ears Band Pushdowns 3 x 20 D.B Rotation 4 x 12 reps Heavy Seated Rows 5 x 8,7,6,5,4,3 *max weight Main focus of the workout, was triceps and some shoulder rotation work. Cheers Steve Thompson Getstrength.com … [Read more...] about Week 8 – Your Workout of the Week
New Eleiko XF Bumpers 5kg, 10kg, 15kg, 20kg Incredible Introductory price for a Limited Time
Hi Team, Taking Pre-Order now. A heavy-duty rubber bumper with stainless steel inserts vulcanized into the rubber. Tough enough to withstand the abuse of intense daily use in the gym and the crossfit box! Price only available for a short time. http://store.getstrength.com/crossfit-equipment/ The Eleiko XF Bumper has a lower density which means a thicker bumper (from 30 mm to 120 mm). Although you can't fit as many of these on the bar, their toughness is hard to match and the feeling when you … [Read more...] about New Eleiko XF Bumpers 5kg, 10kg, 15kg, 20kg Incredible Introductory price for a Limited Time
Week 37 – Your Workout of the Week
With some improvisation tonight we had a bit of fun. … [Read more...] about Week 37 – Your Workout of the Week
16 Years to life Young By John Rahme.
“People who work together will win, whether it be against complex football defences, or the problems of modern society”. Vince Lombardi 16 YEARS TO LIFE YOUNG By John Rahme. 16 years is a long time to know someone, let alone be mentored by someone. So is the case when it comes to the case of myself and one Ashley Jones. To make a very long story short, or in this case, make a 16 year long story much shorter, I first contacted Ashley in 1999 via email, … [Read more...] about 16 Years to life Young By John Rahme.
Speed Sessions with Weights
Hi Ashley, As the title suggests can you give me some examples of how to incorporate speed sessions into my training program. I want to get stronger and faster together with the CV fitness to last the whole game (openside flanker). I devote a lot of time to my training and usually work on 4 weights a week, 2 upper, 2 lower and to be honest I tend to mix up the reps on every session, ie form 2 up to 20 reps, because I think the game demands everything from power all the way to endurance! I … [Read more...] about Speed Sessions with Weights