The Deadlift is a very demanding exercise, one that puts extreme tension on the lower back, legs, arms, traps, forearms and the hands. With this in mind in order to pull a maximum lift our deadlift grip must be strong enough to handle the load while under tension. There are various forms of deadlifting: sumo [...]
I can remember as far back as my early teens when my buddies would be more interested in playing with their GI-Joes and Transformers toys than joining me for a training session of push-ups, pull-ups, and various abdominal exercises. Girl-friends would say to me that they had never met someone with so many pictures [...]
by admin on April 5, 2012
Lately I feel like I resemble this beast: big, swole and as if I can’t get out of my own way if I had to. Since my days as a Marine and Wrestler I have prided myself on always being in top condition. When [...]
by admin on March 20, 2012
After many years and countless shows I have to retire one of my signature feats of strength. I have been informed by my doctor that I have lots of scar tissue neer my coartid artery. This scar tissue could cause plaque to flake off and shoot [...]
by The Machine on March 9, 2012
I had the pleasure of traveling to the Arnold Classic with one of my closest friends. This Gent is one of humility, kindness, knowledge, respect and honor. His name is synonomous with the Kettlebell world since he is the 7th RKC Master instructor…his name is “Iron Tamer” David Whitley. Dave and I have built a [...]
by The Machine on March 8, 2012
I had the honor of being asked if I would like to perform at The Arnold Classic by my mentor, The Grandmaster Dennis Rogers. Of course I said yes. What an opportunity to be on the same stage as many legends of the strength game have before me. Any time I get to be with [...]
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Then do this: I think that pretty much sums it up. Be sure to share the knowledge and drop me a comment.