Recently, I’ve discovered a unique core stability drill from strength coach Milko Georgiev who coaches Karlos Nasar, one of the best weightlifters in the world today. This exercise requires you to stiffen the lumbar spine and keep the lower back flush against a bench while executing an upper body twist and punch. It activates yourContinue reading The Milko Bench Press For Core Stability
How To Fix Back Pain (7 Science Backed Steps)
Today I’m going to give you a science backed 7-step process to fix your back pain, so you can get back to lifting, moving and living life without limits. The method you’ll learn is one I’ve learned personally from the world’s leading expert in spine biomechanics Dr. Stuart McGill and used successfully with hundreds ofContinue reading How To Fix Back Pain (7 Science Backed Steps)
How To CORRECTLY Deadlift (ft. Ed Coan & Dr. Stuart McGill)
The deadlift is one of the best exercises to build tremendous strength, power and pack on pounds of muscle – however, do them wrong and you greatly increase your risk of injury especially to your back. In this video – with the help of Ed Coan (the greatest powerlifter of all time) and Dr. StuartContinue reading How To CORRECTLY Deadlift (ft. Ed Coan & Dr. Stuart McGill)
Fix Knee Pain FAST (3 Proven Steps)
Do you have knee pain? Do movements like the squat or even walking down stairs bring out symptoms? If so, you’ve come to the right place. Today I want to share the exact method I use to help the best athletes in the world fix their knee pain. I use a simple science-based protocol that’sContinue reading Fix Knee Pain FAST (3 Proven Steps)
What Is Tibial Rotation & Why You Should Know About It!
When assessing and fixing the cause of knee pain, there is one factor that many completely miss. The motion of tibial rotation. Let me explain. You see, as you descend into a squat your knee moves towards and (in some people) eventually over the toes. This motion comes from the ankle joint (called dorsiflexion). RestrictionsContinue reading What Is Tibial Rotation & Why You Should Know About It!
Why Technique Matters
A common theme that has been recently perpetuated through the medical and injury rehabilitation communities is the oversimplification of injury science to the equation of load versus capacity and the disregard for the influence of movement quality. Simply put, many believe technique quality when lifting is not a key factor in injury risk but ratherContinue reading Why Technique Matters
HOW DOES EXERCISE CHANGE THE BRAIN?
Exercise is associated with many improved health outcomes, including the reduction of over 40 diseases and conditions (including cardiovascular disease, diabetes, stroke, sarcopenia, hypertension, osteoarthritis, osteoporosis, DVT, some cancers & even heart failure) [1]. It has become common knowledge that exercise is one of the leading strategies to maintaining optimal health and longevity, with someContinue reading HOW DOES EXERCISE CHANGE THE BRAIN?
The FIRST Wide Toe Box Weightlifting Shoe
Are you sick and tired of NARROW weightlifting shoes? All they do is pinch/smash your toes together! When this happens, it makes it harder to maintain a stable arch, spread your bodyweight evenly across the ideal tripod foot which means less balance and have optimal control of your lower body to resist excessive knee caveContinue reading The FIRST Wide Toe Box Weightlifting Shoe
Does The Intervertebral Disc Adapt To Load?
Over the past few years there has been quite the debate amongst many in the scientific community as to the extent of which the spine has the ability to adapt. While it is commonly accepted that the vertebral bones have the ability to adapt and become stronger/more dense with correctly dosed loading (a reason whyContinue reading Does The Intervertebral Disc Adapt To Load?
Do You Love Coffee?
If you’re like me, coffee is an essential part of your day. It’s a pillar of your morning routine and even there to prime your daily workouts. Recently, I’ve teamed up with Caffeine & Kilos to create the “Squat University Squat Day Blend.” It’s a medium roast with a smooth and bold taste & 20%Continue reading Do You Love Coffee?