In my opinion, finding the right physiological training state is the key to success regardless of the lifting program that is used. The right physiological training state is largely based on training with the right amount of effort. In the…
When someone is under-motivated, the chief factor that keeps them from succeeding is lack of effort. Those who are under-motivated must constantly be reminded to push themselves when they workout if they hope to make any progress. Let’s face it,…
Over the past several articles, I have been discussing five different training mechanisms that can trigger strength and muscle size. When applied properly, the triggers can be used to empower one another. In order to use all five triggers, the…
If the only training stimulus you ever use is max reps high intensity training, you may eventually encounter a massive training rut. You can include other types of training stimulus to form a three part high intensity training cycle. …
Key: Find the Edge One of the keys to strength training is to find the edge (or the outer capacity) of the most powerful energy system for generating strength and force in your muscles. This system is called the creatine…
Training Intensity In the last article, I discussed how total workload can be gradually increased as a means for consistently inching your way up to higher and higher training poundages. However, focusing on training intensity is a far more common…
Short Workout Bursts In this article, I will address the use of high frequency short workout bursts. These workouts can be done with light to moderately heavy weights, or heavy weights according to your preference. The workouts that I am…
There are Olympic lifters and powerlifters who have used minimalist training with great success. Minimalist training basically means doing the minimum amount of work necessary to stimulate a positive training effect. True minimalist training consists of selecting a minimum amount…
Three Types of Strength Training Routines In the last article I discussed three basic training strategies that are used to build strength. The most common is max effort overload training which works wonderfully for intermediate lifters. Max effort overload training…
Linear Periodization is a very popular form of training. It simply means that you start out with a fairly light weight at the start of a training cycle, and you add weight week by week until you are using a…
