Results matching “Bird”

Monday, 2 November 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

I’m constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you’re looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click ‘Post to Your Blog’. That’s all there is to it.

Video - 60th Birthday Medley

This is a great mix of exercises, at any age. A blend of kettlebell, club, rope and sandbag work. Good fun.

Deal of the Week - The FP Gripper

These are beautiful things.

Remember the gripper video we looked at last week? Here’s a perfect time to grab the first series of this incredible tool - the FP Gripper. Designed by Joe Musselwhite and hand-made by Warren Tetting; if you’re serious about your armwrestling, this is definitely a must-have piece of equipment.

Love it.


Coming Events

Twitterchat 38 - Stretching : If there’s one area of strength-training which is often overlooked, ignored or misunderstood it’s stretching. When done right, however, it can help with some incredible changes.

This week we’re going to take a look at the what, when and how of stretching; with the help of The Strength Doctor, Tim Hull. Exactly what to do, when and where to go for help.

Excellent.

Details -

Who : Strength-training fans Topic : Stretching When : Wed Nov 4, 9pm EST (1am UTC) How : include #sbgym in your tweets (here’s how)

To see when it’s on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.

NB : if you’d like to be a guest on an upcoming chat, get in touch. It’s always great to discover how other people are training.

Andrew Durniat’s Day of Strength : Grip, Strongman, Highland Games and other fun things. Fantastic..

Got an event that you’d like to add? Let me know..


Exercise of the Week : Overhead Tire Throw

This is a deceptively simple exercise - the Overhead Tyre Throw. Good fun.


Monday, 26 October 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

I’m constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you’re looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just an idea of how others approach things, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click ‘Post to Your Blog’. That’s all there is to it.

Video - How To Use Your FP Gripper

Remember Mighty Joe Musselwhite’s FP Gripper? Yep, it’s here. Looks fantastic.

Deal of the Week - 30% off Ultimate Sandbag kits

I love the Ultimate Sandbag. Brilliant thing.

For the next 24 hours* Josh Henkin has agreed to provide several of the most popular kits at a whopping 30% discount to readers of this newsletter. Whether you’re stocking a commercial gym or simply ready to get in the best shape of your life, why not take this opportunity to grab one at a greatly reduced price.

Highly recommended.

  • offer ends 10pm EST on 27 October 2009.


Coming Events

Twitterchat 37 - Kettlebell Juggling : If you love kettlebell work as much as I do, chances are you’ve thought about kettlebell juggling at one point or another. And yes, it’s great fun.

This week we’re going to take a close look at this fantastic activity, with the help of Legendary Strength’s Logan Christopher. Exactly how to get started, what you need and where to go for help.

Fantastic.

Details -

Who : Strength-training fans Topic : Kettlebell Juggling When : Wed Oct 28, 9pm EST (1am UTC) How : include #sbgym in your tweets (here’s how)

To see when it’s on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.

NB : if you’d like to be a guest on an upcoming chat, get in touch. It’s always great to discover how other people are training.

Card Tearing Contest : a spot of card tearing perhaps? Now this one will be fun. Find out why.

Got an event that you’d like to add? Let me know..


Exercise of the Week : Prasara Hurlies

If burpees get you breathing hard, try a few Prasara Hurlies. Good fun.



Monday, 19 October 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

I’m constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you’re looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just a training routine or two, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click ‘Post to Your Blog’. That’s all there is to it.

Video - One Arm Barbell Snatch-Get Up-Windmill-Overhead Squat

Very nice work Max. Good stuff.

Deal of the Week - The Rotater

The Rotater is a brilliant thing. Highly recommended.

Why not take this opportunity to grab one at a whopping 50% discount? Details here.

Fantastic.

Coming Events

Twitterchat 36 - Knee Injuries : Ever injured your knee while training? Been working around the pain, avoiding certain exercises? This week we’ll be discussing the many types of knee injuries, how you can avoid them, and how to help the one you already have.

Helping us to navigate through this fascinating world is The Strength Doctor, Tim Hull. Whether you’re after a fix for an existing problem, or would like to avoid them in the future, Tim has a few suggestions. Looking forward to it.

Details -

Who : Strength-training fans Topic : Knee Injuries When : Wed Oct 21, 9pm EST (1am UTC) How : include #sbgym in your tweets (here’s how)

To see when it’s on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.

NB : if you’d like to be a guest on an upcoming chat, get in touch. It’s always great to discover how other people are training.

Kettlebell Juggling Contest : how’s your kettlebell juggling? For details, head over here. Good stuff.

Card Tearing Contest : or a spot of card tearing perhaps? Now this one will be fun. Find out why.

Got an event that you’d like to add? Let me know..


Exercise of the Week : Bulgarian Bag No-Hands Get-Up

As Steve mentions in the video, this is a fantastic way to work the core. Good fun.



Monday, 12 October 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

I’m constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you’re looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just a training routine or two, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click ‘Post to Your Blog’. That’s all there is to it.

Video - Diego Sanchez Bridge Row

Bridging is simply too good to ignore. Here’s a great variation.

Deal of the Week - Swagerstrength Pinch Plate

For a controlled and safe way to work on your pinch grip, the Swagerstrength Pinch Plate is superb. Highly recommended.

Why not take this opportunity to grab one at a discounted price? Buy one before midnight (ET) on Oct 14, and enter the coupon code PINCHSTTB at checkout. You’ll get $5 off the usual low price.

Fantastic.

Coming Events

Twitterchat on Supplementation : this week we’re talking about supplementation - everything that’s added to your regular diet; typically on a daily basis. Vitamins and Minerals, the many varieties of protein shakes, Creatine, energy bars and so on. Whatever you take.

Here’s your chance to announce what you take, and why. It’s also a perfect chance to find out the results of the various kitchen-based experiments (and Chris, I’m looking in your direction). Should be great.

Details -

Who : Strength-training fans Topic : Supplementation When : Wed Oct 14, 9pm EST (1am UTC) How : include #sbdiet in your tweets

To see when it’s on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.

NB : if you’d like to be a guest on an upcoming chat, get in touch. It’s always great to discover how other people are training.

Kettlebell Juggling Contest : how’s your kettlebell juggling? For details, head over here. Good stuff.

Card Tearing Contest : or a spot of card tearing perhaps? Now this one will be fun. Find out why.

Grip Contests : There are also several grip contests coming up shortly, including :

  • Finnish Open Grip Strength Championships
  • Super Gym - Rolling Thunder and CoC

For details - and to add an event - swing by the Grip Contest Calendar.


Exercise of the Week : The Overhead Tyre Throw

Nice and simple - the Overhead Tyre (OK, tire) Throw. Pick up a modest tyre, throw it overhead and repeat. That’s all there is to it.

NB : it’s far more challenging than it sounds. Good fun.


Looking for more tire-training goodness?


Monday, 5 October 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

I’m constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you’re looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just a training routine or two, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click ‘Post to Your Blog’. That’s all there is to it.

Video - Weightlifting, Step 1

Considering giving Weightlifting a shot? Watch this - fantastic.

Coming Events

Twitterchats : A couple of weeks ago, RKC Sandy Sommer helped us get started on the road to kettlebell training. This time he’s joining us to discuss some of the advanced training techniques to really crank your kettlebell training up a notch.

Whether it’s a complex exercise, an integration with other tools, a challenge or a strength feat; if you love pushing yourself to the limit with a humble kettlebell, this is the place to be. Should be fantastic.

Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : Advanced Kettlebell Training
When : Wed Oct 7, 9pm EST (1am UTC)
How : include #sbgym in your tweets

To see when it’s on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.

NB : if you’d like to be a guest on an upcoming chat, get in touch. It’s always great to discover how other people are training.

Kettlebell Juggling Contest : how’s your kettlebell juggling? For details, head over here. Good stuff.

Card Tearing Contest : or a spot of card tearing perhaps? Now this one will be fun. Find out why.

Grip Contests : There are also several grip contests coming up shortly, including :

  • Finnish Open Grip Strength Championships
  • Super Gym - Rolling Thunder and CoC

For details - and to add an event - swing by the Grip Contest Calendar.


Exercise of the Week : The Inman Mile

Mike Johnston. Photo via EFS.The Inman Mile is a great exercise; effectively a supersized version of a Farmers’ Walk. Although there are several variations (see below), the most common versions are :

1.5 x bodyweight, barbell across shoulders : This is the version recognised by the USAWA, and occasionally appears at USAWA sanctioned events. Their definition is :

The lifter will have loaded onto his/her shoulders a weight equal to 150% of bodyweight. The lifter will then carry the weight a distance of one mile. Gait is optional. Resting is allowed, but neither the lifter nor the weight may be supported. Records will be kept in both pounds and time. Should the weight be touched by any aide once the lift has begun, the event is terminated. The lifter may be handed refreshments during the lift.

For obvious reasons, this is usually performed outdoors.

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Monday, 28 September 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

I’m constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you’re looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just a training routine or two, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click ‘Post to Your Blog’. That’s all there is to it.

Video - Breaking Eggs with His Head

Omelette anyone?

Coming Events

Twitterchats : there are some brilliant discussion topics coming up, with a fantastic range of coaches, trainers, physiotherapists and athletes. To find out the details, swing by the twitterchat calendar.

NB : if you’d like to be a guest on an upcoming chat, get in touch. It’s always great to discover how other people are training.

Kettlebell Juggling Contest : how’s your kettlebell juggling? For details, head over here. Good stuff.

Card Tearing Contest : or a spot of card tearing perhaps? Now this one will be fun. Find out why.

Grip Contests : There are also several grip contests coming up shortly, including :

  • USHS Nationals
  • USGS Nationals
  • Finnish Open Grip Strength Championships

For details - and to add an event - swing by the Grip Contest Calendar.

Bodyweight Blueprint

This week marks the launch of Adam Steer’s brilliant Bodyweight Blueprint package. Although the official launch isn’t until Wednesday, I’ve arranged a special preview for readers of this newsletter.

If you love bodyweight training, make sure you check out Bodyweight Blueprint. Superb.

Exercise of the Week

When was the last time you did some serious rope climbing? Here’s how - the Cinch and Pinch. Good stuff.


Monday, 21 September 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

I’m constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you’re looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just a training routine or two, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click ‘Post to Your Blog’. That’s all there is to it.

Video - The Right Way to Use the Reverse Hyper

As Smitty points out, the Reverse Hyper is a brilliant machine - when used correctly. What’s the right way to use it? Like this :

Coming Events

Kettlebell Juggling Contest : how’s your kettlebell juggling? For details, head over here. Good stuff.

Card Tearing Contest : or a spot of card tearing perhaps? Now this one will be fun. Find out why.

Grip Contests : There are also several grip contests coming up shortly, including :

  • USHS Nationals
  • USGS Nationals
  • Finnish Open Grip Strength Championships

For details, swing by the Grip Contest Calendar.

Exercise of the Week

The Sledgehammer Strike. Got a couple of tyres, a sledgehammer and a few minutes to spare? Brilliant.

Incidentally, in this particularly case, Rob is raising money for Children in Distress. To throw a couple of bucks his way, head over to Just Giving. Fantastic idea.


Monday, 14 September 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just a training routine or two, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

Video - Outdoor Training Ideas

There are many, many great ways to train outdoors - here are just a few. Nice one.

Coming Events

Twitterchat : This week we'll be discussing something that impacts everyone who weight-trains, the many forms of therapy that you can apply yourself. Foam rollers, sticks, tennis balls and so on.

Helping us to navigate through this fascinating world is The Strength Doctor, Tim Hull. Whether you're after some temporary pain relief or seeking to make the most of the work you've just done in the gym, Tim has a few suggestions. Looking forward to it.

Details -

Who : Strength-training fans
Topic : Manual Therapy Methods
When : Wed Sep 16, 9pm EST (1am UTC)
How : include #sbgym in your tweets

To see when it's on in your timezone, head over to the twitterchat calendar.

See you there.

Kettlebell Juggling Contest : how's your kettlebell juggling? For details, head over here. Good stuff.

Card Tearing Contest : or a spot of card tearing perhaps? Now this one will be fun. Find out why.

Grip Contests : There are also several grip contests coming up shortly, including :

  • USHS Nationals
  • USGS Nationals
  • Finnish Open Grip Strength Championships

For details, swing by the Grip Contest Calendar.

Exercise of the Week

The Battling Ropes Pole Pull. If you haven't yet experienced the brutal power of the Battling Ropes (seriously, it'll knock the wind out of you), take a look at the many varieties of Pole Pull. Brilliant exercise.


Monday, 7 September 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just a training routine or two, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

Video - Homemade Indian Club

There are a couple of great ways to make your own clubs - here Jerry Shreck demonstrates the Wiffle Bat technique (part II). Nice one.

Coming Events

Kettlebell Juggling Contest : how's your kettlebell juggling? For details, head over here. Good stuff.

Card Tearing Contest : or a spot of card tearing perhaps? Now this one will be fun. Find out why.

Grip Contests : There are also several grip contests coming up shortly, including :

  • USHS Nationals
  • USGS Nationals
  • Finnish Open Grip Strength Championships

For details, swing by the Grip Contest Calendar.

Exercise of the Week

The Neck Bridge. If you're slightly hesitant to do your bridging work (but know how important neck training is), take a look at these variations. Good stuff.


Focus on Writing - Writing

It’s been a little over a decade since I first began publishing content online. Gradually it’s moved from static sites to blogs, ebooks and posts on various forums.

Of the blogs, by far the most successful has been Straight to the Bar. This strength-training site now has a larger readership than all of my other sites combined; and accordingly, this is at the top of my daily blog-posting list.

The other key aspect of my writing relates to the article-writing, editing and consultation work I do on an ad-hoc basis. I love doing this work, and in order to move from ad-hoc to regular I intend to repurpose this site as a portfolio; rather than a blog.

With this change comes the relocation of a number of articles which have appeared here over the years. As there have been several thousand pieces, I’ll only be keeping the best of them. These will appear gradually - slightly updated - on my corner of EzineArticles.

In the meantime, here are a few of my favourites on other sites. Enjoy.

Environmental
Saving Water (part I, II, III, IV, V ,VI)

Diet and Nutrition


Fitness and Health

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