Lets be honest, everyone is thinking about summer right now. Sure, school is technically still going on. However, we all know that while you’re squirming around in your desk pretending to be taking notes on simple squamous epithelium, your brain is fully committed to Tommy Bahama beach chairs, farmer’s tans, Yeti coolers, bon fires, wireless speakers … Read More
We’ve been working on something BIG behind the scenes for many months. In fact, some of you may have already discovered it on your own over the last few days! Many small steps lead to a big change. Skill of Strength’s New website has taken lots of time, talent and resources so we are PROUD & … Read More
In this video you’ll see a variation of the traditional get up. This version requires significantly more thoracic mobility than a traditional get up. If your goal is to perform a windmill or bent press, this is a fantastic variation of the get up to perform prior to doing those other drills. Things to note: If … Read More
Coaching is super easy. No seriously, it’s simple really. Write a plan for your clients, follow it and watch them crush PR’s! I actually think pretty much anyone can become a successful personal trainer or strength coach. Dealing with people is easy. Everyone has continual motivation, discipline for days and the drive to achieve their fitness related goals. No, … Read More
Over the last few years, I started to notice I was sneaking some specific drills into just about every client’s program. I honestly think that, when programmed appropriately, these are 5 exercises you should be doing as they are a fantastic addition to just about all training programs. From my experience, these exercises are seriously absolute game changers … Read More
If there’s one exercise I constantly see butchered, it’s the single leg deadlift. Don’t get me wrong, it’s a fantastic exercise when applied appropriately to the client. Unfortunately, it’s common to see this in the fitness industry. Most people chase the flashy exercises before owning the fundamentals. If you’re a coach, here’s a quick thought process to … Read More
I’m 45 years old and I’m not GETTING back in shape. I AM back in shape. It feels so good to be able to say this from where I started 6 months ago. My friends, people at work, at the gym, at Taekwondo, everyone, is making positive comments about the transformation in my appearance. In six months … Read More
If there is something I’ve learned about training fighters over the last few years, it’s what NOT to do. The mistakes I’ve made haven’t been major, but they did provide me with some serious insight on how to better design programs for all athletes, not just fighters. As I often say, I’m happy with 80% of … Read More
Great coaches do more than kick your butt. Great coaches educate you about what it’s going to take to reach your health and fitness goals. Here at Skill of Strength, we pride ourselves on doing just that and so far, we’re pleased with the results. Before you invest in our gym, we want to know … Read More
Today’s post is a client story that we all need to read. And read again. It’s time to start bringing each other up instead of tearing each other (and ourselves) down. —– Through the Lean in ’16 nutrition program, I have come to the realization that it is time to stop over- empathizing with others’ unhappiness with … Read More