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Has anyone seen anything more impressive?? The back flip at the end too… Da1998beast on IG
Official Strength Debates1,647,872 просмотров • 2 лет назад

The Number 1 Thing That Changed My Physique the Most Switching to barbells and free weights from machines and cables I didn’t always train the way I train now and the way I promote for hypertrophy I was forced to change, and I learned that it was the number 1 thing that would change my physique the most and I’m glad it happened. For me I figured out the how before I learned the why. I spent many years coaching athletes, and teaching coaches these concepts and methods
Official Strength Debates31,954 просмотров • 18 дней назад

Comment “Jump” or “Ease” for 50% off of programming. There are both app and PDF options Training yields different types of stimulus. Different types come with different costs I often say that Low Rep Hypertrophy Sets yield less fatigue. So in this video I break down why In the case of muscle damage vs neural fatigue, you are able to recover faster from neural fatigue than you are from muscle damage Let me know what you think in the comments
Official Strength Debates29,395 просмотров • 29 дней назад

Every year on Labor Day I end up doing a lot of physical work
Official Strength Debates37,804 просмотров • 1 месяц назад

Swole Press is an instant favorite Anytime I show someone this they immediately tell me how good it is
Official Strength Debates377,462 просмотров • 1 год назад

I played in the SEC and never heard of a Single arm DB Bench until 3 years after my playing days Still mad about it If you’re an athlete prioritizing strength, size speed as well as mobility and movement I can’t imagine why this wouldn’t be a constant in your program
Official Strength Debates126,572 просмотров • 6 месяцев назад

I’ve been obsessed with pull ups for a decade now. I train pull ups just as I do my squat, bench and deadlift. Pull ups are a primary strength exercise I train them with low rep sets using bands, chains, and other unique loading options specifically with an EZ curl bar on the feet I use at least 4-5 alternative grip variations just like I train 4-5 squat, bench and deadlift variations If you want a big back, and arms BTW, make sure you’re training pull ups Be on the lookout for my pull up guide in the very near future
Official Strength Debates66,309 просмотров • 3 месяцев назад

Choosing loads for Low Rep Hypertrophy Sets I’ve had this question asked a million times, and I’ve answered it over and over but here is a different look for you that might help you understand better We are looking for the sweet spot in what I call the hypertrophy zone. The hypertorphy zone is when you are able to apply high effort (trying to move the bar fast in concentrics) but the weight is heavy enough to keep the tension on the muscle. For those worried about time of tension, this is a crucial element to understand, it starts with choosing the right load. The takeaway from this video is simple. Don’t get wrapped up with the pounds and the weight you are using on any one set, the magic is in the totality of pounds you lift relative to your max and the cherry on top is you’re using high effort for all the reps set to set which is the chefs kiss for building dense muscle along with strength to keep the gains coming for a long time. If you’re an athlete this method is especially for you.
Official Strength Debates40,118 просмотров • 2 месяцев назад

People always ask me how I’m so good at pull ups given I’m 280+ pounds. My simple answer is bc I started treating them and training them just like my barbell strength exercises. Here are 3 variations to improve muscle density and strength The key IMO got real density should start at training muscles at end range. There are 3 approaches that I use and that I program for others. First, you’ll see a traditional rep. The important thing is the rep is using full range of motion. The traditional rep allows me to utilize the stretch shortening cycle to improve my elastic strength. Next, you’ll see me using Deadhang Pull Ups. Think of this like a paused rep on bench or squat. You are eliminating the stretch shortening cycle and improving rate of force development WHILE your feet are suspended and the lats are fully loaded and have tension. This is a key distinction from the 3rd approach Power Pull Up. This is the same idea the I use on the Power Row, or some may be more familiar with the Pendlay Row. The difference you will see is I’m standing on a pad. This allows me to pause at the bottom BUT my lats are lengthened but UNLOADED. There’s no weight or tension when I start and initiate my pull up. You’ll even see I remove my fingers completely got each rep Using the all together in an intelligent program that organizes stress and variation appropriately is the key to maxing your pull up potential.
Official Strength Debates91,696 просмотров • 6 месяцев назад

People always ask me how I’m so good at pull ups given I’m 280+ pounds. My simple answer is bc I started treating them and training them just like my barbell strength exercises. Here are 3 variations to improve muscle density and strength The key IMO got real density should start at training muscles at end range. There are 3 approaches that I use and that I program for others. First, you’ll see a traditional rep. The important thing is the rep is using full range of motion. The traditional rep allows me to utilize the stretch shortening cycle to improve my elastic strength. Next, you’ll see me using Deadhang Pull Ups. Think of this like a paused rep on bench or squat. You are eliminating the stretch shortening cycle and improving rate of force development WHILE your feet are suspended and the lats are fully loaded and have tension. This is a key distinction from the 3rd approach Power Pull Up. This is the same idea the I use on the Power Row, or some may be more familiar with the Pendlay Row. The difference you will see is I’m standing on a pad. This allows me to pause at the bottom BUT my lats are lengthened but UNLOADED. There’s no weight or tension when I start and initiate my pull up. You’ll even see I remove my fingers completely got each rep Using the all together in an intelligent program that organizes stress and variation appropriately is the key to maxing your pull up potential.
Official Strength Debates32,398 просмотров • 2 месяцев назад

The key to lifting big weights over and over on a consistent basis is to do it with a calm mind Angry lifting doesn’t last, you’ll crash. Find the middle and stay there If you need to get hype for big lifts you’re creating unnecessary variables.
Official Strength Debates64,954 просмотров • 5 месяцев назад

I’ve been obsessed with pull ups for a decade now. I train pull ups just as I do my squat, bench and deadlift. Pull ups are a primary strength exercise I train them with low rep sets using bands, chains, and other unique loading options specifically with an EZ curl bar on the feet I use at least 4-5 alternative grip variations just like I train 4-5 squat, bench and deadlift variations If you want a big back, and arms BTW, make sure you’re training pull ups Be on the lookout for my pull up guide in the very near future
Official Strength Debates73,361 просмотров • 6 месяцев назад