Overhead Press For Athletes?

I have received a few emails asking about the use of overhead press for athletes, so here is a short answer. Does the athlete have shoulder limitations?

Huge Mace Swings and a New Family Member

Second, here is today’s video, heavy mace swings. Jedd Johnson of the Diesel Crew brought his mace that was packed with shot. The thing must have weighed at least 60-70 lbs, which might not sound like much, but its a different animal when its swinging around your head!

Strongman Training For High School Football

ShareTweet I held a strongman training contest for a group of local high school football players. Most of the athletes were 8th-10th graders and all showed great heart. I also noticed that when one of their teammates did something impressive, they would all cheer and clap, creating a great atmosphere. The events I chose for [...]

Meet Barbarian Strength

ShareTweet Do you know Josh Hewett?  If not, you better read up!  You are going to see his name popping up more often in strength training! ____________________________________________ Could you tell us a little about yourself and your strength training background? At the age of 17, I was 6 feet tall and a skinny 150 lbs, [...]

P-I-G, Get Creative With Training

ShareTweet My brother Pat and I had our first “Strongman” Saturday since his return from college.  It was a little higher volume of compound exercises than normal, but it was a great session. Box Squat on Foam- Worked up to a 2 rep PR Tire Flipping – 3 timed sets.  I can admit I lost [...]

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