Here you will find articles written by myself, or members of the team, that have been posted upon other websites.
History of Strength Sports Articles.
The Rise of Powerlifting.
This was originally for my newsletter - it examines the rise of powerlifting in the 2010s.
Better Humans Articles.
Powerlifter's Guide to a Bigger Bench/Chest
Here you will find how to get a bigger bench/chest by training like a powerlifter.
Propane Fitness Articles.
Volume/Intensity/Frequency - The Necessary 3 Way
A look at the relationship between the three, with a silly title.
A look at the relationship between the three, with a silly title.
A Critique of Fatigue
Fatigue can suck. Want to learn why it is necessary and how to use it? Take a look.
Fatigue can suck. Want to learn why it is necessary and how to use it? Take a look.
When to Compete in Powerlifting
Want to compete in Powerlifting? Think you're not strong enough? Worried about the atmosphere?
Then you definitely need to read this for peace of mind!
Want to compete in Powerlifting? Think you're not strong enough? Worried about the atmosphere?
Then you definitely need to read this for peace of mind!
How to be an Expert
Ever wanted to be an expert? A master in your field?
Read this to find out the science and the philosophy behind mastery.
Ever wanted to be an expert? A master in your field?
Read this to find out the science and the philosophy behind mastery.
Habit/Mindset.
This is a rather personal article that outlines how your habits can affect your mindset and vice versa.
This is a rather personal article that outlines how your habits can affect your mindset and vice versa.
LiftDaly Articles.
The process of finding and choosing your coach can be daunting - this is what you should do to narrow your search down.
Your first competition can be a nervewracking affair. Read this to see what to expect in the build up.
An interview with my own client Lauren-May on her way to competing at her first British Championship after overcoming injury and fitting her training in around her work and other sporting activities.
A complete rundown on the happenings and goings on at the monumental Women's British Championship of 2018.
GymShock Articles.
Deadlifting.
Want to learn about deadlifting? Or even how to deadlift? Check this out.
Want to learn about deadlifting? Or even how to deadlift? Check this out.
Compound Movements.
This article aims to give you a good intro on what compound exercises are and how to do them.
This article aims to give you a good intro on what compound exercises are and how to do them.
Powerlifting.
More than just a test of who can lift the most, this article shows that powerlifting is about the atmosphere and goals of self improvement.
More than just a test of who can lift the most, this article shows that powerlifting is about the atmosphere and goals of self improvement.
Back Squat.
If you're looking for a short guide on how and why to do it, this is it.
If you're looking for a short guide on how and why to do it, this is it.
Myths about Powerlifting.
Unsure about what is and what isn't true about powerlifting? Here's 5 myths that could clear things up for you.
Unsure about what is and what isn't true about powerlifting? Here's 5 myths that could clear things up for you.
Mo Reps Articles.
Knees, knees, knees.
Just how much help are knee sleeves and knee wraps? How do they work?
Just how much help are knee sleeves and knee wraps? How do they work?
Testosterone Resource Articles.
Schoolboy Errors.
Are you making any of these gym faux pas?
Are you making any of these gym faux pas?
A review on BeachBody's latest iteration of the P90X craze.
A guide for how to perfect the deadlift.
Are you squatting?
A review of some of the must-have books for the up and coming bodybuilder.
Are you stretching? Should you be?
How and why to train your back.
A rundown on which belt you should get and how some of them are merely just an expensive logo.
New to strength training? Follow this guide so you don't stray too far off track.
My views on running a gym. Spoiler - it's member-centric.