Building Grip Strength for Life
Wade Gillingham Farmer’s Walking 172 Lb. Thomas Inch Dumbbells Summary Grip strength plays an important role in strength training, athletic performance, and everyday function. This article…
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Training on the Road: Staying Strong While You Travel
How does an aging strength athlete train when traveling? I recently traveled to the Arnold Sports Festival in Columbus Ohio…
Exercises to Stay Strong and Motivated as You Age
Aging brings natural changes to our bodies, and that includes how we approach training. Adjusting your workouts to match these…
Strength Training for Beginners
Strength training isn’t just for professional athletes—it’s a powerful way for anyone to boost long-term strength, energy, and confidence. Whether…
General Physical Preparedness: My Training Insights & Practical Applications
General Physical Preparedness (GPP) is incorporated into strength and conditioning programs to build the strength and endurance necessary to prepare…
The Importance of Resistance Training: Building Muscle and a Reserve for Healthy Aging
As we age, maintaining strength and muscle mass becomes crucial for overall health, mobility, and independence. Resistance training – often…
Don’t Forget about the Barbell Rows
Sometimes, simple is best. Hall of Fame powerlifter Brad Gillingham explains why the barbell row is an essential move for…
How to Warm-Up Properly: A Guide to Maximizing Your Training Session
We’re all guilty of skipping the warm-up before a workout, but it might just be the most crucial part of…
The Heavy Strength and Conditioning Circuit
Hall of Fame powerlifter Brad Gillingham shares his approach to enhancing training routines by incorporating heavy strength and conditioning circuits. In…
The Benefit of Partial Range of Motion Deadlift Training
Partial lifts may not be a common sight in traditional weight training, but they can offer significant benefits in overcoming…
