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
MISS THE TREE BY JOHN RAHME
Many years ago, I read a book and in this book, was a chapter on Henry Ford. The chapter gave a very detailed description of Henry Ford’s life achievements and character. The story takes us into a courtroom where Henry Ford was suing a journalist whom he believed defamed him. The journalist basically claimed and called Henry ford unintelligent, basically dumb and stupid. Henry Ford was not a smart man, claimed the journalist. Henry Ford is in the stand and was being questioned by the … [Read more...] about MISS THE TREE BY JOHN RAHME
Nice Little Finishing Hybrid Movement – Ashley Jones
Author Ashley Jones As most of you know by now I am a firm believer that you get a stronger core by lifting as heavy as you can with good form on basic movements, throw in some strongman exercises and that just about does the trick. Also delving back into the past you can come up with some core specific movements which are part of full body movements as well, these are great finishing exercises for your overall workout. They also provide strength challenges of their own to progressively work … [Read more...] about Nice Little Finishing Hybrid Movement – Ashley Jones
My Top 6 Specialty Bars
Hi Team, here is a quick list of my favorite Specialty Bars we manufacture here at the Getstrength Factory. All the Specialty bars mentioned below can be purchased online here and are available at the Getstrength Gym in Onehunga, Auckland along with 20 other different Specialty Bars. 6. 2 Inch Thick Bar At number 6 would be the basic Thick Bar also known as the Axle bar in the strongman world. Fantastic bar for variation in all movements/exercises that are performed with the standard … [Read more...] about My Top 6 Specialty Bars
Video: This is why Getstrength gear is just better!
Check out this video we made today with the Getstrength Parallettes , All Getstrength gear is made to last a lifetime and now you see why! Real World Testing … [Read more...] about Video: This is why Getstrength gear is just better!
Our new HT Sports bars are in stock now
Hi Team, Our new HT Sports bars are in stock now: We have been testing these bars in the Getstrength Gym for over 12 months and they have pass the vigorous test the GS boys have been giving them! They got hammered and they just don't give up. *HT Sports Power Bar (Rated 300 kg) NZ$ 299 + gst *HT Sports Olympic Training Bar (Rated 675kg) NZ$ 399 + gst *HT Sports General Purpose Olympic Bar (Rated 300kg) NZ$ 299 + gst *HT Sport Premium Olympic Lifting Bar IWF Spec (Rated 675kg) NZ$ 699 + gst Shop … [Read more...] about Our new HT Sports bars are in stock now
In Season Training – Ashley Jones
Author Ashley Jones In season training is often problematic with trying to fit in all elements of a strength & conditioning program and the added effects of coming out of one game and preparing for the next game often with a seven day or less turn around period. The following is based on a full week period from game to game, there are a lot of options in it to ensure that player’s needs and individual preferences are catered for. What is listed below is for a healthy player, there are a … [Read more...] about In Season Training – Ashley Jones