Many lifters struggle with one-sided neck pain, and the natural reaction to remedy this is to STRETCH it. While this may provide some temporary relief, it rarely "fixes" the problem. ...
Do the Reverse Band Bench Press for Pain-Free Shoulders
Shoulder pain during the bench press is an all too common occurrence. While there could be many reasons as to why, one thing is for sure: There's usually a way ...
Why I Broke Up with My Foam Roller
Hi, my name is Michael Mash, and I’m a recovering foam roller addict. Yes, you heard me correctly. I was addicted to foam rolling, and I’m here to tell you ...
I Hurt My Back Lifting Weights…Now What?
If you’ve been training hard in the gym, at some point in your career you’ve probably experienced low back pain. Maybe it’s happened to you multiple times, and yes, it ...
The Truth About Sport Specific Training
Whether it’s a baseball pitcher performing band-resisted throwing motions, or a football kicker working diligently on the standing hip flexion machine, these sport specific training methods are frequently used by ...
Treating Achilles Tendinopathy with Barbell Rehab
Achilles tendinopathy is a common problem many athletes experience. While there are a wide variety of treatments utilized in the rehab world that claim to have benefits, successful, long-term outcomes ...
Do the Board Press for Banged Up Shoulders
The board press has been utilized by powerlifters to improve lockout strength; however, it also has a key role for those struggling with banged up shoulders Shoulder Pain During the ...
Stop Doing the Six-Inch Leg Raise
The six-inch leg raise is glorified by high-school coaches across the country as being a premier drill to train the core. However, when done incorrectly it can do more harm ...
The Truth About Spinal Manipulation
Spinal manipulation has been around for centuries; however, many of its claims are vastly exaggerated. Here's how to use it the optimal way to decrease pain and maximize performance! What ...
My Three Laws of Squatting
Regardless of stance width, degree of toe out, trunk angle, or squat variation, three factors should ALWAYS be present for optimal squat form. There are my requirements to load on ...