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Monday, 4 Jul 2011

This Week on Straight to the Bar

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, you'll enjoy these :

Ready to add your own opinion, workout log or training article? Just head over to the Forums, Training Logs, or swing by the Article Submissions page. They're fantastic ways to share your ideas.

NB : I've set up a new commenting system for Straight to the Bar, which makes it even easier to share your views with the world. You can log in using your Facebook, Twitter, Google or Disqus accounts. Much simpler.


Video : Jump Workout

Nice and simple. Love it.




Twitterchat 125 - Supplements : Fish Oil

A little dietary fine-tuning can have a big impact. Bigger gains, faster recovery and better health overall. More time in the gym.

Over a few weeks we'll be taking a detailed look at several of the supplements that are commonly taken, and the benefits they can bring. First up, Fish Oil.


Helping us explore this fascinating topic is none other than nutritionist Jessica (@fish_oil). Fantastic.


Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : Supplements : Fish Oil
When : Wed Jul 6, 9pm EDT (1am UTC)
How : Include #sbgym in your tweets.

If you've never been to one of these twitterchats before, here's how to join in the fun. Simple, quick to set up and free.

And to see when it's on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.


Quick update on last week's twitterchat : Thanks once again to everyone who took part in the discussion on Advanced Bodyweight Training. Some superb ideas in there.

For those who missed out on the conversation, here's a brief summary. Was a great one.


Tip of the Week: Using Rags, Old Clothes & Curtains to Fill Your Sandbag

Each week we publish a number of tips and techniques via twitter, facebook, the forums, the blog; and now the newsletter. Wherever you are, there's always a way to improve what you're doing.

This tip comes to us from Music Teacher & Personal Trainer Anna Papij (@annapapij), currently gearing up for the Fairfield Bootcamp. Should be a great one.


Ever find yourself on-the-road and looking for a quick (and inexpensive) way to fill a sandbag or two?

When sand isn't available - or when you're simply after a bit of a change - try filling the bag with rags, old clothes or curtains. Here's one of Anna's own curtain-filled bags, which retains many of the sandbag's properties (reasonably heavy, shifting weight etc) without being incredibly hard or making a mess. Ideal for conditioning work.

To explain how it's done, here's Anna :


I used 2 curtains for their heavy weight. I folded up each curtain and put each one in a plastic bag. I doubled the bag because I'll be using it outside and I don't want water to get in. Then 2 bags, the size of the white one you see, just fit into the black bag. The black bag is waterish proof too so it should be good for outside. All up the bag weighs 12.8kg. It's a decent weight for throwing around for general conditioning.



Reading : UnThinkable

Once again, I'm catching up on a little reading.

This time it's in the form of UnThinkable, Scott Rigsby's autobiography which I somehow missed when it first appeared. It's perhaps the most inspirational story you'll ever hear.

If you don't know Scott, part of the book's description on Amazon will give you a good idea :


After losing both of his legs in a car accident at age 18, Scott Rigsby battled his way back from depression and addiction to achieve the unthinkable--become the first double-leg amputee ever to cross the finish line in the sporting world's most gruelling and prestigious competition, the Ironman Triathlon. Scott has since become an inspiration to hundreds of thousands of physically challenged and able-bodied athletes the world over. Unthinkable documents Scott's remarkable journey.

As I noted above, it's an incredibly inspirational book. Definitely one to check out.


Quick update on the Introduction to Strongman Training DVD : Last week we noted this incredible instructional video. Fantastic.

Whether you're keen to incorporate some Strongman work yourself, or are coaching others; the Introduction to Strongman Training DVD is a brilliant place to start.

Monday, 27 Jun 2011

This Week on Straight to the Bar

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, you'll enjoy these :

Ready to add your own opinion, workout log or training article? Just head over to the Forums, Training Logs, or swing by the Article Submissions page. They're fantastic ways to share your ideas.

NB : I've set up a new commenting system for Straight to the Bar, which makes it even easier to share your views with the world. You can log in using your Facebook, Twitter, Google or Disqus accounts. Much simpler.


Video : The Desecrator

A quick dose of DIY equipment. Nice one Daniel.




Twitterchat 124 - Advanced Bodyweight Training

I love bodyweight training. You can do it almost anywhere, and you've always got the equipment with you.

This week we're looking at some of the advanced forms of bodyweight work. Variations of common exercises, progressive training methods and additional equipment that can provide even more possibilities.


Helping us explore this fascinating topic is none other than We're Working Out's Al Kavadlo (@alkavadlo). Fantastic.


Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : Advanced Bodyweight Training
When : Wed Jun 29, 9pm EDT (1am UTC)
How : Include #sbgym in your tweets.

If you've never been to one of these twitterchats before, here's how to join in the fun. Simple, quick to set up and free.

And to see when it's on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.


Quick update on last week's twitterchat : Thanks once again to everyone who took part in the discussion on Nutrition for Beginners II. Some superb ideas in there.

For those who missed out on the conversation, here's a brief summary. Was a great one.


Tip of the Week: Choosing a Training Partner

Each week we publish a number of tips and techniques via twitter, facebook, the forums, the blog; and now the newsletter. Wherever you are, there's always a way to improve what you're doing.

This tip comes to us via the inimitable Fight Geek (@thefightgeek), and is part of his superb article Training Partners. Enjoy.



Watching this commercial got me thinking about training partners. Training partners are an essential part of most sports. They provide encouragement, friendly competition, the odd rebuke and of course--help you train the aspects of your sport you can't train by yourself. Or that's what they're supposed to do. Unfortunately, sometimes training partners can prevent progress rather than foster it. So it's important for athletes to be discerning. Over the years I've learned two important lessons about training partners . . .

  1. You will become like the person you train with.

    I can't over-emphasize this point. If your training partner is a lazy, ignorant, excuse-filled, thumb-sucking, moron--you'd do better to train by yourself (unless Homer Simpson is your athletic ideal). Only a high-quality training partner can provide high-quality training. Sounds obvious, but I've seen more than a few athletes blow their careers (and health!) by selecting the wrong training partner. This point leads on to the next . . .


  2. To get an awesome training partner, you have to be an awesome training partner.

    For the vast majority of my 'training life' I've had great training partners. I'm convinced one of the reasons I've been so 'lucky' is that I've made it my business to work on my partners development just as much as I work on my own. I've always viewed training with others as a means of mutual improvement.



Checking Out : Introduction to Strongman Training DVD

This is a fantastic DVD.

Put together by none other than Jedd 'Napalm' Johnson and Steve Slater (if you've ever made your own stones, you'll know Steve well), the Introduction to Strongman Training DVD is an extremely comprehensive look at this incredibly versatile approach to training. Full review shortly, but to get an idea of what's included, here's Jedd :

http://dieselcrew.com/strongman-training.html


As you can see, it's a very detailed look at this fantastic form of training. Whether you're keen to incorporate some Strongman work yourself, or are coaching others; the Introduction to Strongman Training DVD is a brilliant place to start.

Absolutely love it.


Quick update on the The Ultimate Sandbag : A couple of weeks ago we noted the incredible Ultimate Sandbag. Beautiful thing.

Whether you're looking at it as a conditioning or strength-building tool (or both), swing by the Straight to the Bar Guide to Sandbag Training. Loads of information there, examples and ideas.

Dive in.

Monday, 20 Jun 2011

This Week on Straight to the Bar

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, you'll enjoy these :

Ready to add your own opinion, workout log or training article? Just head over to the Forums, Training Logs, or swing by the Article Submissions page. They're fantastic ways to share your ideas.

NB : I've set up a new commenting system for Straight to the Bar, which makes it even easier to share your views with the world. You can log in using your Facebook, Twitter, Google or Disqus accounts. Much simpler.

To kick things off (and to test that everything's working correctly), I'd love it if you could share a few thoughts. If you can, please leave comments on 2 or 3 of the superb articles on the site.

Thank you. It really is appreciated.

Incidentally, if you're looking for a list of the various articles by a particular author, head over here :

straighttothebar.com/articles/sttbauthors

Cheers.


Video : Broomstick Shoulder Mobility Drills

A couple of simple ways to get the shoulders ready for action. Nice one.




Twitterchat 123 - Nutrition for Beginners II

Over the past few years I've gradually been refining my diet, and seeing some incredible benefits in the process.

This is the second part of the 'Nutrition for Beginners' discussion, taking a further look at the things we eat; and how to adjust that to our advantage. To reduce weight, improve health, accelerate recovery, reduce stress and a whole lot more.

Helping us explore this fascinating topic is none other than All Round Athlete's Dean Coulson (@DeanCoulson ). Fantastic.


Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : Nutrition for Beginners II
When : Wed Jun 22, 9pm EDT (1am UTC)
How : Include #sbgym in your tweets.

If you've never been to one of these twitterchats before, here's how to join in the fun. Simple, quick to set up and free.

And to see when it's on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.


Quick update on last week's twitterchat : Thanks once again to everyone who took part in the discussion on Turning a Good Gym into a Great Gym. Some superb ideas in there.

For those who missed out on the conversation, here's a brief summary. Was a great one.


Tip of the Week: Add Tennis Balls to Your Pull-ups

Each week we publish a number of tips and techniques via twitter, facebook, the forums, the blog; and now the newsletter. Wherever you are, there's always a way to improve what you're doing.

This tip comes to us via David Heaton (@Alpha82), and is part of a longer conversation on twitter, facebook and email. Enjoy.


Looking for a challenge? Grab a couple of tennis balls.

Via David :

@scottbird here's a tip for grip, Hold tennis balls in the palm of your hand while doing pullups! If you've never done this try it and feel it!

NB : While you've got the tennis balls out, there are a couple of other ways to use them in the gym. They're great things to always have available.

Two of the most common are for soft tissue work and for direct grip training. Good fun.

Looking Forward To : Historical Dictionary of the Olympic Movement

This looks great; perfectly combining three of my own passions.

First - and perhaps most obvious - is a fascination with the Olympic games themselves. With only 403 days to go (there's a countdown clock on the London 2012 site), it's definitely time to start planning things.

Second is the historical aspect. There have been some superb sports presented at the Games over the years, both as demonstration and competion sports. Tug-of-war, Roque and many, many more. Love it.

Third is the fact that - and yes, I know this is somewhat unusual - I collect dictionaries. Odd, yes, but also fascinating.

Overall, it's a fantastic mix. No matter which aspect of things (perhaps even all three) appeals to you, keep your eyes open for the Historical Dictionary of the Olympic Movement. Beautiful.


Quick update on the The Ultimate Sandbag : Last week we noted the incredible Ultimate Sandbag. Beautiful thing.

Whether you're looking at it as a conditioning or strength-building tool (or both), swing by the Straight to the Bar Guide to Sandbag Training. Loads of information there, examples and ideas.

Dive in.

Monday, 21 Feb 2011

This Week on Straight to the Bar

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, you'll enjoy these :

Ready to add your own opinion, workout log or training article? Just head over to the Forums, Training Logs, or swing by the Article Submissions page. They're fantastic ways to share your ideas.

NB : if you enjoy the articles, show the authors your appreciation by voting (using the 'Like' button beneath each post). Cheers.


Video : Weight-Over-Bar Record

42lb over an 18' bar? Love it.




Twitterchat 106 - Biphasic Sleep

When it comes to recovery, there's nothing quite like a good dose of shut-eye. Love it.

This week we're discussing my favourite form of this strange beast, the idea of Biphasic Sleeping. Everything from the 'how to' to the benefits of sleeping twice each day. And in particular - how it can assist your training.

Helping us explore this fascinating topic is none other than the astonishingly creative Adam Stoffa (@SEEAdamTrain).


Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : Biphasic Sleep
When : Wed Feb 23, 9pm EDT (1am UTC)
How : Include #sbgym in your tweets.

If you've never been to one of these twitterchats before, here's how to join in the fun. Simple, quick to set up and free.

And to see when it's on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.


Quick update on last week's twitterchat : Thanks once again to everyone who took part in the discussion on Nail Bending. Some superb ideas in there.

For those who missed out on the conversation, here's a brief summary. Was a great one.


Deal of the Week : 25% Off AtLarge BCAA+

I love the AtLarge offerings, particularly things like BCAA+ (Branched Chain Amino Acids). Top-quality gear.

If you've never tried BCAA, the benefits are simple : improvements in strength, recovery times and a distinct reduction in the soreness you get after a heavy session. For details on exactly how this works, swing by the AtLarge site.

Sound good? It's about to get even better - for the next month (up until March 20th), AtLarge is generously offering their BCAA+ at a whopping 25% discount. Great time to grab a couple.

To take advantage of this offer, just enter the coupon code SB25 when ordering. And tell Chris that Straight to the Bar sent you. He'll look after you.

AtLarge BCAA+. Fantastic gear.


Looking Forward To : Home Made Strength II

As Jedd announced recently, Home Made Strength II is on the way. Looks superb.

I'm a long-time fan of DIY Strength-Training Equipment (I built a wrist roller shortly after I began training); it's a fantastic way to test out a new training tool or technique without breaking the bank. It also enables you to customise the equipment and try out your own ideas for new ways to train.

The first Home Made Strength DVD included a range of projects, covering the entire body in one form or another. Home Made Strength II concentrates on my favourite form of home-made equipment - tools for the hands and forearms.

If you're similarly obsessed with your grip and wrist work, Home Made Strength II is definitely for you. An incredible collection of extremely creative hand & forearm tools. Fantastic.

Monday, 13 Dec 2010

This Week on Straight to the Bar

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, you'll enjoy these :
  • Fitness Goals for 2011Fitness Goals for 2011
    Various athletes
    Mine are primarily strength related - how about yours? Got any meets/competitions/contests/gatherings lined up? And how do you determine your goals - are they things you've never tried, or improvements (such as lifting a heavier weight, or completing the course in less time) to the things you already do?
  • Training LogsTraining Logs
    Various athletes
    There are many, many ways to train. Here are just a few.

Ready to add your own opinion, workout log or training article? Just head over to the Forums, Training Logs, or swing by the Article Submissions page. They're fantastic ways to share your ideas.

NB : if you enjoy the articles, show the authors your appreciation by voting (using the Like and Retweet icons above & below each post). Cheers.


Video : Olympic Lifting Techniques - Positions and Speeds

From Glenn Pendlay's Olympic Lifting Techniques DVD - a discussion on the importance of both position and speed. Good stuff.




Twitterchat 96 - Last Minute Fitness Gifts

With the holiday season in full swing (around here at least) it's time once again to take a look at just what's out there. What exactly do you buy for the fitness person in your life? If they're setting up a home gym (ready for the new year), what are the kinds of things they'll need? How about gifts for someone you care about that you'd love to see become fit, but that currently isn't?

This week we're discussing the many forms of Last Minute Fitness Gifts available. Things you can buy now, and - in most cases - get delivered and set up in time for Christmas Day itself. Helping us explore this fascinating topic is none other than SEE's Adam Stoffa (@SEEAdamTrain). Fantastic.


Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : Last Minute Fitness Gifts
When : Wed Dec 15, 9pm EDT (1am UTC)
How : Include #sbgym in your tweets.

To see when it's on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.


Quick update on last week's twitterchat : Thanks once again to everyone who took part in the discussion on Hormones and Diet. Some superb ideas in there.

For those who missed out on the conversation, I'd love to hear your thoughts. What's your current diet like - Primal? Vegetarian? Anything goes?


Checking Out : Industrial Strength Grip

This looks fantastic.

Tomorrow (Tue Dec 14, 2010) the incredible (and Unbreakable) Adam Glass will be releasing Industrial Strength Grip; a superb package for anyone new to the wonderful world of grip. To get a taste of what's on offer, here's a brief video demonstrating a simple grip-training routine using equipment you probably already have.

(a dumbbell, a towel and a couple of plates).

Good stuff.

Monday, 22 March 2010

On the Forums

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, head over to the forums :

Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

NB : if you like what you see, show the authors your appreciation by voting (using the icons for Digg, StumbleUpon etc above each article). Cheers.

Video - Traveling Push Up

Another great push-up variety - the Traveling Push Up.

Good fun.

Deal of the Week : Powerclubs

I love club training.

During the week I got a couple of emails from people asking where to get clubs in the UK; the short answer, London Kettlebells. Perfect.

Incidentally, no matter where you are in the world, there's a good chance that you're not too far from a supplier of these wonderful tools. Here are several others that I've used over the years, as well as those that come highly recommended by trainers I've worked with.

Enjoy.


Coming Events

Twitterchat 58 - Making Your Own : Combat Training Equipment : Building your own gym equipment is a fantastic way to kickstart the home gym, no matter what your training goals are. What's more, it's an inexpensive way to get a taste of the many options available.

This week we're diving into the world of DIY Combat Training Equipment - everything from medicine balls and sandbags to clubs, rings and push-up boards. There are hundreds of superb home-made tools just waiting to be constructed.

Helping us to navigate this fascinating area is Keith Johnson - better known as (@Ogedei). Fantastic.


Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : Making Your Own : Combat Training Equipment
When : Wed Mar 24, 9pm EST (1am UTC)
How : include #sbgym in your tweets (here's how)

To see when it's on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.

Got an event that you'd like to add? Let me know.

Reading : The Bending eBook

This is a fantastic book.

Although it came out more than 3 years ago now, I still refer to this book regularly (the review will help explain why). And what's more, the latest version contains a host of updates which will certainly help take your bending up a notch.

Filled with detailed information on the materials and techniques you'll need, this is an incredible resource. If you're just getting serious about short steel bending, you need this book.

Brilliant.


Exercise of the Week : Renegade Row

The Renegade Row is a fantastic exercise.

Named after Coach John 'The Renegade' Davies, it's a controlled lift with each arm (independently) from a near-push-up position. As with many exercises, the simplest way to learn it is to see a bit of video, and try it out for yourself.

Here's the kettlebell version of the humble Renegade Row. Good fun.

NB : the weights being lifted can be in the form of kettlebells, dumbbells or anything else that's close to hand. Experiment.

Monday, 11 January 2010

On the Forums

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, head over to the forums :

Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

NB : if you like what you see, show the authors your appreciation by voting (using the icons for Digg, StumbleUpon etc above each article). Cheers.

Video - Power Development for Athletes : Jump Training

It's incredible how powerful a bit of jumping can be. Here's the Diesel Crew take on this wonderful form of training.

Enjoy.

Deal of the Week - Rings

Ring TrainingGiven the subject of this week's twitterchat (details below), it's perhaps not surprising that I've found myself discussing quite a few things on Jason's Bodyweight Aficionados' Guide to Gear list. Chief among them are the humble gymnastic rings.

No matter what your training goals are, there's a good chance that a dose of ring training will slot in nicely. Good fun.



Coming Events

Twitterchat 48 - Training for Ninja Warrior : After stumbling across Ninja Warrior back in 2007, I've become a confirmed fan on the show. It's fantastic to watch athletes navigate an obstacle course that's truly challenging.

This week we're taking a look at some of the major challenges in the Ninja Warrior course, and discussing how to train for them. Helping us to navigate this fascinating topic is Professional Freerunner Levi Meeuwenberg. Fantastic.

Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : Training for Ninja Warrior
When : Wed Jan 11, 9pm EST (1am UTC)
How : include #sbgym in your tweets (here's how)

To see when it's on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.

Got an event that you'd like to add? Let me know.

Exercise of the Week : One-legged Divebomber Push-up

One-legged Divebomber Push-upLooking to vary things a little? Try the One-legged Divebomber Push-up.

Beautiful.

Monday, 23 November 2009

On the Forums

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, head over to the forums :

Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

NB : if you like what you see, show the authors your appreciation by voting (using the icons for Digg, StumbleUpon etc above each article). Cheers.

Video - Swing Squats with Clubs and Kettlebells

Great exercise, whether you use clubs or a kettlebell. Good fun.

Deal of the Week - MBG Training DVDs

There are a number of superb items on sale at this time of year, as you'd expect. Of these, my favourite would have to be the 'Training' DVD set from Monkey Bar Gym.

If you're ready for some serious strength & conditioning work over the next few months, take a look at these.

Highly recommended.

Coming Events

Twitterchat 41 - Training for Combat Athletics : This week we'll be having an open discussion on the many ways to train for MMA, boxing or a martial arts tournament. The required mix of skill development, conditioning work and strength training.

Whichever approach you favour, if combat's your thing then this is the perfect place to be.

Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : Training for Combat Athletics
When : Wed Nov 25, 9pm EST (1am UTC)
How : include #sbgym in your tweets (here's how)

To see when it's on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.

Super Gym's Deadlift Competition, and The Wolf Games : Deadlifting at Benedikt Magnusson's Super Gym, Iceland. Need I say more?

Fantastic.

Got an event that you'd like to add? Let me know..

Exercise of the Week : Dimel Deadlift

Originally employed to great effect by Powerlifter Matt Dimel, this deadlift variation will certainly help you switch things up a bit.

Here's a brief description of the Dimel Deadlift :

This lift is similar to the main part of a Romanian deadlift. Using a narrow stance, medium overhand grip (at the rings) and a comparitively light weight (30-40% of your deadlift 1RM), stand up with an arched back. Squat down with the glutes pushed back, not letting the knees travel forward. Lower the bar quickly to just below the knees; then return explosively to an upright stance. The entire movement should be fast, and is usually done with reasonably high reps (20 or so).

Good stuff.



Monday, 9 November 2009

On the Forums

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

Video - Modified Reeves Deadlift

If you've ever tried the Reeves Deadlift (the one pictured here), you'll understand just how challenging it is. To get you started, here's a slightly simpler version. Nice one.

Deal of the Week - Gymboss



Gymboss Interval Timer
Whether your conditioning sessions revolve around sandbags, hill sprints, stair work or another form of fun; if interval work is at the centre of it, make sure you've got a Gymboss.

Simply put, the Gymboss is the perfect interval timer. Compact, accurate and loud enough to hear when you're in the middle of a set.

Beautiful thing.



Coming Events

Twitterchat 39 - Advanced Kettlebell Techniques II : If you've been using kettlebells for any length of time, you'll appreciate just how many ways there are to put them to work. Use them for your strength training, conditioning work and as a perfect way to add weight to other exercises.

This week we're going to take a look at a few of the many ways to train with your kettlebells, focusing on the advanced techniques which help you crank it up a notch. Helping us navigate this fascinating area, Dave 'Iron Tamer' Whitley.

Fantastic.

Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : Advanced Kettlebell Techniques II
When : Wed Nov 11, 9pm EST (1am UTC)
How : include #sbgym in your tweets (here's how)

To see when it's on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.

NB : if you'd like to be a guest on an upcoming chat, get in touch. It's always great to discover how other people are training.

Andrew Durniat's Day of Strength : Grip, Strongman, Highland Games and other fun things. Fantastic..

Got an event that you'd like to add? Let me know..



Exercise of the Week : Sonnon's Lawnmower Extension

A great one for the rings - Sonnon's Lawnmower Extension. Good stuff.



Monday, 24 August 2009

On the Forums

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just a training routine or two, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

Video - Colorado Parkour : National Jam Trip

How do you celebrate two years of training? Like this.

Coming Events

Twitterchat : Looking for explosive performance in the gym, every time? Rapid recovery perhaps? How about being the only person you know who never gets sick?

We're all in search of The Perfect Diet.

This week's twitterchat takes the form of a round table discussion on the 'right' things to eat. If you've got an opinion or three (whether your preferred approach is Paleo, Low-carb, Vegan, 'Anything Goes' etc), make sure you're there. We'd love to hear what you think.

Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : The Perfect Diet
When : Wed August 26, 9pm EST (1am UTC)
How : include #sbdiet in your tweets. See you there.

Kettlebell Juggling Contest : how's your kettlebell juggling? For details, head over here. Good stuff.

Card Tearing Contest : or a spot of card tearing perhaps? Now this one will be fun. Find out why.

Grip Contests : There are also several grip contests coming up shortly, including :

  • USHS Nationals
  • USGS Nationals
  • Finnish Open Grip Strength Championships

For details, swing by the Grip Contest Calendar.

Exercise of the Week

The Ice Cream Maker. Just got yourself a pair of Rings? Try this.

Yes, it's much harder than it looks. Enjoy.

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