Better breathing makes your squat stronger

 

This is the insight from multiple experts on squatting combined with my experience under the bar for the squat. The outlined misconceptions and underused techniques are seldom performed in commercial gyms. If you want to get ahead on your squat, build proper tension through mastering your breath.

Topics: Lift stronger, Squat

 

Smolov for beginners

 

This is an article which outlines whether the Smolov squat routine is suitable  for beginners in lifting. For this the basic principles of strength development are being outlined, measuring of one repetition maximums and their relation to body weight is explained and the knowledge is applied to the question of the article. If you want to save time I do not think the program is for beginners and skip to the conclusion to see why. If you want to know more about how strength is developed and find additional sources please read on.

 

Topics: Lift stronger, Smolov, Squat, Powerlifting, Bodybuilding, Strongman

Will kettlebell swings burn fat?

The kettlebell swing will burn fat by changing your body composition in favor of muscle mass compared to fat. The exercise itself is unlikely yo create a response in your body which will lead to high amounts of fat being burned. The reasons for this are outlined in the article.

 

Topics: Lift stronger, Food & Diet, Kettlebell

 

What fitness goals should I set?

 

This is a quick discussion for beginners on what kind of goals to pick for exercising. You can always get more complicated, but if you are already confused it is best to keep it simple and go back to the basics.

Topics: Fitness

Simple and sinister Quotes from Pavel that make you stronger 

Pavel Tsatsoulin is one hardcore Russian who helps people to get stronger in a simple way. Afer writing, traveling and teaching far and wide on the art of kettlebell his latest book is "Simple & Sinister". This book boils down this incredibly easy tool for strength in fitness down to its very essence. It was a revelation for my warm ups and to build better general strength as a base for my powerlifts . Hereby you find the most interesting quotes which I could find curated for you. Please buy and read the book. It is worth every penny and I do not get commissioned for writing this.

Topics: Lift stronger, Kettlebell

How to kettlebell swing to get amazingly strong

 

Amazing strength is achieved by simple things done well over a long period of time. The kettlebell fits this bill and has been around for a long time. See for yourself why and how this amazing tool should become part of your daily routine.

 

Topics: Lift stronger, Kettlebell

Which greatest songs from 2015 boost your last minute workout?

2015 was a bad year for terror attacks and the Syrian crises fully kicking into gear. I got fed up with running marathons for quite a while after consistently getting slower and threw my efforts into lifting. Still onto that and started blogging more regularly. 2015 was also the year in which I started putting more effort into my youtube channel. Adele's hello came out that year. The world will never be the same. Let me know what you did that year and find the playlist in the post.

Topics: Think Deeper

 

Smolov for advanced lifters

 

This an overview of Smolov and discussion for advanced lifters. You will first look at whether you meet the criteria of being an advanced lifter and from there the pros and cons of Smolov will be discussed in a non-empirical manner. If you want more detail on the structure of the program please read my Smolov review.

 

Topics: Lift stronger, Smolov, Squat, Powerlifting, Bodybuilding, Strongman

 

Fitness when Ill

 

Being ill can mean many things. In this article, I discuss how I usually deal with the common flu. In addition, you will be walked through chronic pains and what to do if you want to train. Always be cautious as you are already weaker than normal. Always consult a doctor when you feel ill and want to exercise heavy.

Topics: Fitness

10 colossal Jessica Cox quotes that will make you laugh and think 

What can you do without arms? How about a black belt in Teakwondo, scuba diving, driving a car, flying a plane and a degree in Psychology. That is what Jessica Cox did. So what is your excuse? Here are ten quotes tomake you think and laugh:

Topics: Think Deeper