Over the last few years, I’ve pretty much emerged myself in program design. I’ve followed programs, designed them and tweaked them over and over again. I’ve learned a ton along the way and this with these experiences I’ve become a better coach. Here’s the really cool part…I have been lucky enough to have a mix … Read More
Conditioning
MOVE Group Training Video
You hear us talk about our MOVE. group training membership at Skill of Strength all the time. Now, you can finally see for yourself what a class at our gym really looks like! MOVE. is a principle-based training program specifically designed to help you achieve your health and fitness goals in a fun and productive environment! Contact us … Read More
10 Kettlebell Training Tips
Today we’re sharing 10 tips to help you improve your kettlebell training technique. Remember, when performed correctly, kettlebell training can do wonders for your health, fitness and fat loss! When performed improperly, you might be setting yourselves up for an injury! 1. The hips drive and the arms guide! If you are using your arms to … Read More
COMPETE Sports Performance – We are Different!
At first glance, our sports performance training program at SOS looks similar to any other sports performance program out there. We’ve got the basics covered…we have a huge turf area, plenty of barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, sleds, ropes, speed ladders, and a handful of (useful) cardiovascular equipment. But, it’s not our equipment that sets us apart. Its … Read More
Our New Website is Live!
We’re happy to announce that our new website is live!!!! We’re making some pretty awesome changes at Skill of Strength, our gym in Chelmsford, MA, this summer and we want you to be a part of it. See what’s new at Skill of Strength including: Improved membership options for adults! Our MOVE. group training program … Read More
5 Strength and Conditioning Mistakes in MMA
MMA might be the most physically demanding sport in the world. The best athletes are explosive, strong, agile, resilient, consistent and incredibly dedicated. Even if a fighter has all of these qualities, it’s still easy for him to obtain poor information when prepping for a fight. It might not be the fighter’s fault; often times, … Read More
Just Relax
Do not be tense, just be ready, not thinking but not dreaming, not being set but being flexible. It is being “wholly” and quietly alive, aware and alert, ready for whatever may come. -Bruce Lee Just like strength, relaxation is a skill. It’s a vital skill that is vastly overlooked in the strength and conditioning … Read More
Newtons Cradle and the Kettlebell Swing
I love kettlebells. I love everything about them. The touch, the smell, the shape, the awesomeness. Ok, thats a bit much, but you get the point. I have been training with kettlebell’s since 2007. There have been some good swings, some great swings and some pretty ugly swings along the way. As I prepped for … Read More
5 Tips to Remember When Working with Young Athletes
I have been training high school athletes for almost 10 years. Along my journey I have made mistakes, but always try to learn from my mistakes in order to become a better coach. Here are 5 tips to keep in mind when you’re working with young athletes: 1. Coach, don’t just drill Kids … Read More
Speaking From Experience
Opinions are like belly buttons, everybody has one. I was going to say something different but I am trying to keep it PG on my blog. Now, just because someone has an opinion doesn’t mean that they formed their opinion based off of their own personal experience. Here is my issue with this. Often people’s … Read More