Calisthenics for Iron Domination: From Bodyweight to Heavy Weight
You know what, I get it. No really, I get it. You think of calisthenics as a back-up plan when you don’t have any iron handy, rather than...
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Mar 15, 20168 min read
Your First Pull-Up: A How-To for Senior-Aged Women
A lot of things are wasted on us young folks: naïve idealism, an inordinate amount of unearned confidence in our opinions, and, of...
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StrongFirst
Jan 19, 20165 min read
An Expert Approach to Mastering Bodyweight Training
Many think bodyweight training is simple — maybe even too simple — but when done correctly, it can be quite difficult. Using only your...
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StrongFirst
Dec 8, 20155 min read
How Being Coachable Helped Me Tame the Beast
As coaches and trainers, we have all seen articles and books on the art of coaching. You may have even attended a workshop or seminar....
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Nov 5, 20155 min read
Fall 2015 TSC Recap
RECAP Ladies and Gentlemen, The Fall 2015 TSC saw more participants than ever. Incredible results, and INSPIRING efforts! So many PRs —...
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Oct 6, 20155 min read
How to Systematically Improve Your TSC Numbers
The Tactical Strength Challenge (TSC) is a huge part of StrongFirst’s future. In Australia, we take it very seriously. It’s bridging gaps...
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StrongFirst
Aug 4, 20153 min read
Six Weeks to Strong: The SF 930 Plan
This program will build strength into your weighted pullup. At StrongFirst, we never rest. We constantly research, refine, experiment....
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Jul 7, 20159 min read
A Long Way to Press: Work Capacity, Levers, and Tall People
“The grass is always greener on the other side of the fence. Usually because the manure is deeper.” —Gene Dudgeon PART 1: TALL PEOPLE...
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StrongFirst
Mar 20, 20153 min read
TSC Competition Prep: The Final 2 Weeks
It is approaching. The event you have been preparing for is drawing near. Does it approach with the sound of the Jaws theme or the Rocky...
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StrongFirst
Feb 3, 20153 min read
How to Train for Mass With Chins and Dips
Training for mass without barbells is tricky business. I designed this program for just that purpose but before you write it off as just...
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Aug 12, 20143 min read
Tactical Strength Challenge: Participation, Community, Strength
The Spring 2014 Tactical Strength Challenge had over 350 competitors. Most had a lot of experience with kettlebell, barbell, and...
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Jun 19, 20146 min read
Tactical Strength Challenge: Spring 2014 Results and Tips
By Pavel Tsatsouline, CEO and Oliver Quinn, SFG II Congratulations to the winners of the Spring 2014 Tactical Strength Challenge! VIEW...
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Jun 3, 20144 min read
Get Stronger: Chronicles of a Lightweight Beast Tamer
I’ll never forget the first time I witnessed the Beast Tamer Challenge. It was during my SFG Level I Certification in Philadelphia last...
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StrongFirst
May 10, 20149 min read
12-Week TNT TSC Training Program
As a child, I was taught to be careful who I listened to. Keeping in mind who we listen to is extremely important, so I feel the need to...
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StrongFirst
Feb 4, 20145 min read
The Fighter Pullup Program Revisited
Last week we posted an outstanding article on training for the TSC by Jason Marshall, Senior SFG. Jason referenced the “Fighter Pullup...
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Feb 1, 201412 min read
TSC Training Plans for Athletes of All Levels
If you decide to test your mettle in the Tactical Strength Challenge, you better have a plan. There are an infinite number of options in...
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StrongFirst
Sep 10, 20133 min read
A Bit of TSC History and What the Future Holds
It was 2002, and the RKC kettlebell certification was barely a year old. I was training many military and law enforcement operators and...
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StrongFirst
Apr 1, 20134 min read
The Grad Workout, or the Road to the Inn
I get dozens of requests by email, phone call, and even house visits about how to prepare for the three-day Kettlebell Certification. I...
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StrongFirst
Feb 22, 20133 min read
The Program That Nearly Doubled My Max Pullups
Most of you probably remember back a few months ago when the New York Times wrote about how women can’t do pullups. I didn’t get involved...
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Jan 18, 20132 min read
How Do You Define a Strong Woman?
Women should be strong because we are capable of great physical strength. Too often, women limit themselves by thinking strength training...
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