May 142 min read
GET WARM
Here in Iowa, everyone loves the double digit negative temperatures in the winter; NOT!! On days like that, there is a focus to make sure...
May 72 min read
GET A GRIP
Grip has always been a sign of strength. One of the key aspects of a strong man competition is the measure of grip. Also, look at the...
Apr 301 min read
MENTAL GAME
Be the ball… A classic line in Caddyshack. While it is humorous, the premise, visualization, is very much a true and valuable thing. When...
Apr 231 min read
DISCIPLINE
As a kid, I frequently found myself in need of discipline. Whether detention or being grounded, I thankfully got out of that phase....
Apr 161 min read
PRODUCE PRIORITIES
When I was younger, I was not a fan of vegetables. My mom would have to really ‘dress’ them up to make me want to eat them. When I...
Apr 91 min read
CONTROL THE CORTISOL
I used to be a chronic sleep depriver. Going to bed late and then waking up early. It was to the point that I would find myself nodding...
Apr 21 min read
SIGNS OF PROGRESS
I love watching people hit personal records on their lifts, this is especially true in powerlifting. Without question, they are aware of...
Mar 262 min read
RETURN ON INVESTMENT
When it comes to investments and business, a key focus is always looking for the best return on investment. However, it goes much deeper...
Mar 191 min read
COMFORT VS PAIN
Living in the midwest and getting a full experience of all the seasons, there is much debate on what people prefer, melting in the summer...
Dec 6, 20221 min read
BIO BASICS
Let's talk about the Bio Basics. These are what I call the category of factors that often get overlooked in fitness and progress but are...