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• May 12, 2012

  Squats, Deadlifts…and a 5k?

  I ventured to the University of Delaware last weekend to visit my brothers in the Xi Mu chapter of Phi Mu Alpha Sinfonia.  Since leaving UD I’ve upheld my promise of attending the initiation of each probationary class, and was excited to see my friends and family.  In addition to the fraternity events planned for…

• May 7, 2012

  But How Much?

  I stumbled across this picture sometime last week during one of my weekly “find cool pictures to use in blog-post” sessions, and it pissed me off.  The cluttered text is aesthetically displeasing, and that bothers me.  This clearly isn’t a good example of graphic design. If I get nitpicky about squat technique, I’d like to…

• May 2, 2012

  Who Wants A Hug?

  Who doesn’t love a good hug?  Hopefully you’ve been hugged since you were a wee lad or lass, and you’re still receiving them to this day.  The hug has always been my preferred greeting because it conveys a warmth that hand shakes and high fives can’t translate.  Hugs can be appreciated by people of all…

• April 30, 2012

  Adjust Your Contrast

    That’s Werner Günthör, Switzerland’s most prolific shot putter from late 80’s and early 90’s. He has 3 World Championships, 1 European Championship, and an Olympic bronze medal under his belt.  He’s over 6’6”, and also trained for the bobsled; I think he breaks the ‘big and slow’ stereotype.  In fact, he’s big and fast…

• April 26, 2012

  Squat Depth & Prying with the TRX

  When it comes to teaching and learning the squat, I’ve found that using the TRX is an indispensable tool for giving some of the older members we have confidence when they’re practicing the squat.  For example, I’ve been using it with a new 71-year-old client so he can sit back with a little more confidence…