Get a Heavier Military Press With the One-arm One-leg Push-up
Putting your kettlebells aside for a few months and conquering the one-arm one-leg push-up will be one of the best things you do in your quest for a heavier military press.
Strength Lessons from Martial Arts Master Donn F. Draeger
In addition to being a highly-accomplished martial artist, Draeger was one of the first in his field to get serious about strength. He was decades ahead of his times and even today his advice stands strong.
The First Ever SFG Kettlebell Certification
Ladies and gentlemen, I am proud to announce that our first ever SFG Kettlebell Certification rocked. The show must go on, even if the name has changed.
A Strong Woman and Her Endless Possibilities
When a woman takes her first conscious step toward being physically capable, she immediately expands her limits of possibilities. A strong woman has endless possibilities.
Why Amateurs Should Train Like Professionals
StrongFirst is the Glock of our industry. Our leading instructors have had the privilege of coaching world champions, consulting world record holders, and training elite special operators.
Is Greatness Possible Without Obsession?
True greatness in any field of endeavor requires obsession, dedication, and sacrifice. If it is a game you want to win, obsession is a powerful weapon in your arsenal.
The Role of the Kettlebell at StrongFirst
The StrongFirst system is centered around principles, not around tools. That said, the role of the kettlebell is that it is our roots and our weapon of choice.
The Short Stop Squat: A Drill to Set Up Big Pulls
Here is a drill I use that will help all lifters set-up their pulls despite their individual differences. We call it the short-stop squat and it will help enable bigger, safer pulls.
Strength Has a Greater Purpose
Here is the key point from my speech on the mission of StrongFirst that I gave at our recent leadership meeting—addressing our motto: “Strength has a greater purpose.”
The Program That Nearly Doubled My Max Pullups
This program is simple, only thirty days long, and came close to helping me double my max number of bodyweight pull-ups.