Functional Training Archive

  • Building to a Handstand

    Most people don’t use bodyweight exercises to the fullest degree.  Hell, most don’t use bodyweight exercises at all.  Now by not using bodyweight exercises in your workout you are depriving the body of a key component needed to gain serious strength. Below is an example of...

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  • The Underground Bodyweight Workout Challenge

    A couple of days ago one of my mentors posted a challenge call the The Underground Bodyweight Workout Challenge. So being the guy I am, I decided to see how a couple of my athletes stacked up to his. The Challenge Pull-ups, Squat Jumps, Push-ups, Lunges Jumps no...

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  • Crazy Strength Shop

    I needed a little kick in the butt today so I figured why not give you one. This video is not for the weak at heart.  And most of you won’t be able to most of the things you see here. But instead of using that as...

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  • Tank Toss

    The video you are about to watch is only for the dedicated person.  It is not for the weak at heart or mind.  The tank press is a very intense exercise using total body power.  While most won’t agree with it’s use for one reason...

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  • Animal Movement Warm Up

    A few days ago I wrote a small post on the use of animal movements in you training programs.  In my programs, I have found using them for a warm-up or conditioning are the best ways to include these movements in a conventional program.  Below...

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  • Look Familiar

    DESK JOBS ARE BAD FOR YOU

    DESK JOBS ARE BAD FOR YOU So don’t exacerbate the problem by working out incorrectly. Oh no, not more bad news. You guys are going to hate all of this reality therapy. I guess if you get sick of me … I’ll keep on writing anyway. I had a horrific...

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  • 5 Reasons to Use Trap Bar Deadlifts

    Below is a video showing you one of the best bang for your buck exercises. Trap Bar Deadlifts. Once I started using this exercise with my athletes the strength response was unbelievable.

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  • Why aren’t you Squatting?

    There are many different exercises to choose from when designing a workout routine.  Theses choices can make your head spin no matter the experience you have putting workouts together.  Even though these choices can be difficult at times, one choice should be a no brainer. ...

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