“Long Rests”: A Revolution in Interval Training
My father and I were having a typical conversation about rest periods between sets when he reminded me of “Smoke Bellew,” a classic story by one of our favorite writers.
The Patience of Strength: the Russian Science of Rest Intervals
An Italian food writer launched a “slow food” movement to promote leisurely meals to enjoy the company of friends and even to taste the food. Perhaps we should do the same in strength.
The Top 5 Ab Training Mistakes
By now, proper abdominal training should not be a mystery. Pavel sets us straight with his own list article of ab training mistakes.
How to Build Your Slow Fibers Part III
Attempting to combine FT and ST training for all major muscle groups is a different ball game. Before you jump in head first, here is what you need to consider.
How to Build Your Slow Fibers, Part II
I present you with a plan that will increase your pressing strength and endurance by building up slow muscle fibers in your triceps.
How to Build Your Slow Fibers, Part I
Selouyanov’s protocols have been used with extraordinary success by many elite Russian athletes from a variety of sports, so let’s take a look at them.
Our New Chief SFG Instructor: Brett Jones
Ladies and gentlemen, I am proud to announce our new Chief SFG Instructor — Brett Jones!
Should You Train Your Slow Twitch Fibers?
Cutting-edge Russian research tells us every type of athlete, from marathoner to powerlifter, has a lot to gain from training slow twitch fibers.
From Simple to Sinister: Waving Volume on S&S
You may want to start “waving” your volume in the manner of Soviet weightlifters. Studies have documented the greater effectiveness of “waved” training for experienced athletes.
Heads Up! The Neck Position in Kettlebell Swings and Snatches
A strange idea has emerged from the clinical world: the insect head. White coats telling lifters to lock their heads onto their torsos during hip hinge lifts. I urge you not to get bogged down by their arguments.