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Program: Strength Training For Runners
In my previous post I outlined the benefits of strength training for runners, along with the key requirements for a training program. In this post I will share with you a base strength program that I have put together. Note, this…
Strength Training For Runners
Targeted strength training can improve a runner’s performance. However, there are many avid runners out there who don’t do any strength training at all, or if they do, they follow a modified body building type program, which isn’t going to…
Powerlifting – Deconstructing the Deadlift
This coming Sunday I will be competing in yet another powerlifting competition. So with this in mind, I thought it would be an ideal time to finish the third and final instalment of my deconstructions of the powerlifting lifts. I have…
Powerlifting – Deconstructing the Bench Press
It’s almost time for me to compete at the Australian Powerlifting Championships. It’s now under two weeks away. I’ve been training hard and hopefully in a few weeks I will have a positive post about how I went. In the meantime, I…
Powerlifting – Deconstructing the Squat
As a competitive powerlifter, I do a LOT of squats in my training, with many variations, such as back squats, box squats, and front squats. In this post today I will break down the the correct way to perform a…
Healthy Fast Food in the USA – Eating Well Whilst Travelling
I have just come back from a wonderful month long holiday in the USA. Whilst overseas I was committed to maintaining my powerlifting training, as well as eating well. Many of you will know that going on a holiday generally…