The Quick Fix

With the holiday season upon us and the New Year’s resolution right around the corner, I need to clear some things up. There is no shortcut to reach your goal and everyone must pay a fee to reach a certain performance. You will not be able to obtain the benefits without putting in the work, [...]

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Sandbag training

Sandbag training can be a solid addition to any training program when used properly. I remember when my parents’ lake house was flooding and I had to stack hundreds of sandbags to help keep water out. I was so sore the next day in places I never would have thought I was working. I would [...]

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Flexibility in Training

I recently had a conversation concerning flexibility when it comes to training. A training plan should be a guide for most people and something that is a draft, which can be changed. When you are a professional athlete or at the Olympic level, you plan your life and everything else around your training program. When [...]

Annie’s E-mail

I receive e-mails from clients pertaining to training, and I wanted to share one from Annie. It really shows how she is starting to get the whole picture when it comes to training. Thanks Annie and even though you call me coach I find myself learning from you and all of my clients every day. [...]

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