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Tammy Baskett is a 61-year-old dedicated student of strength and a massage therapy client of mine, but it hasn’t always been this way....
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StrongFirst
Oct 26, 20177 min read
Training Observations: Every Rep Is a Chance to Learn
For this article, I would like to dive into a few training observations I have made in my recent practice. Perhaps similar to Deep...
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Oct 24, 20175 min read
Training Shoes: My Recommendations and Why
When you are training, one of the decisions you make before you start each session is whether you will be wearing training shoes. While...
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Oct 12, 20179 min read
Steve Milles Speaks on the Real-World Value of the StrongFirst Combat Course
With just over a year since its debut, StrongFirst Combat is already creating a buzz. And as it returns to Five Points Academy, I can...
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Sep 26, 20175 min read
Yes, You Can: A Knee-Friendly Alternative to the Get-up’s Windshield Wiper
“Notice that the stiffest tree is most easily cracked, while the bamboo or willow survives by bending with the wind.”—Bruce Lee “Obey the...
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Sep 19, 20175 min read
How to Get Better at Everything by Training Multiple Get-Ups
Building total body strength and conditioning is no easy task. It takes time, effort, and consistency. Developing strong shoulders, hips,...
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Sep 12, 20175 min read
Build a Base of Strength with the 5RM Kettlebell Front Squat Program
We all love new personal records, especially when they are one-rep max or max-rep records—that first time deadlifting your bodyweight or...
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Sep 5, 20175 min read
G-Tox: A Proven Tool for Accelerated Grip Recovery
At StrongFirst, we recognize tension and relaxation as two sides of the same performance coin. But we often find it easy to focus...
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StrongFirst
Aug 22, 20173 min read
The Single-leg Deadlift: The Most Underutilized and Powerful Skill
If you have spent time on the StrongFirst blog, on our forum, or attended one of our Courses or Certifications, then you know we are a...
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StrongFirst
Aug 10, 20172 min read
A Self-Correcting Drill for a Classic Blunder of the Kettlebell Swing
“You’ve fallen victim to one of the classic blunders…”—Vizzini, Princess Bride Sorry, I couldn’t help myself. This article is about a...
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Jul 25, 20175 min read
How to Get Properly Loaded in the Deadlift and Swing
Not so fast—”getting loaded” means something completely different at StrongFirst. Getting “loaded” means an active eccentric to the bar...
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Jul 20, 20175 min read
Ground Force Method: What It Is and How It Relates to StrongFirst
A note from Brett Jones, Chief SFG: I have been learning from Pavel since 2002 and teaching with him since 2003. His system has never...
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StrongFirst
Jul 11, 20175 min read
Don’t Rush to Heavy: Make “Light” Work for You
In my recent article 15 Years and 15 Observations, I offered the advice, “Don’t rush to heavy,” and, “Don’t set minimums.” So, I decided...
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Jun 20, 20177 min read
3 Simple Nutrition Principles to Power Up Your Simple & Sinister Training
I haven’t taken a break from Simple & Sinister training for the last six weeks. Over the last few months, I transitioned from the 16kg to...
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Jun 15, 20176 min read
The 3 Cs of Kettlebell Ownership
“When do I know when I can move up to the next bell?” is a question that pops up quite often on the StrongFirst Forum. This is one of the...
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StrongFirst
Jun 6, 20174 min read
Quality a Mile Deep: A Strength Program Based on Skillful Practice
Becoming strong doesn’t happen overnight. Strength is a skill, and with any skill, you must put in the time to become better. No matter...
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Jun 1, 20175 min read
The StrongFirst “Tools of Titans” Video Companion
Tim Ferriss needs no introduction. I bet most of us listen to his excellent podcast and have read his articles and books. I have read all...
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May 23, 20175 min read
Press the Kettlebell—for Healthy Shoulders and a Big Bench Press
Up until 45 years ago, the overhead military press was actually the third event in Olympic weightlifting, along with the snatch and the...
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May 18, 20173 min read
The Critical Difference Breathing Can Make in the Snatch Test
When we are under stress, our breathing can become erratic or non-existent. If you’re an SFG instructor, you probably teach biomechanical...
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May 9, 20178 min read
Why You Should Consider Adding Kettlebell Carries to Your Training
While grip on one hand (pun intended) and abs on the other are the easiest ways to build strength—as stated by Pavel himself—carries are...
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