News

Pressing and Squatting off Pins- A Tool For Responder/Tactical Populations
Why we're spending so much time in the rack in our new training Phase: Iron Engine.
Key Takeaway
Pressing or squatting off the pins are a phenomenal variation of the traditional barbell lifts for...

Iron Engine- Begins Tomorrow
13 weeks to a well conditioned, stronger, and more capable version of yourself.
What begins tomorrow?
Iron Engine is a 13 week program designed to build strength, conditioning, and a little grit.....

The Maffetone Method- Revisited
Key Takeaway
The Maffetone Method is a simple way for First Responders and Tactical Populations to build an aerobic base prior to starting higher intensity methods. We use variations of th...

Iron Engine- Join Us June 2nd
Our next training block begins. 13 weeks.
Regardless of the era, our First Responders and warrior populations still need the same qualities for performance.
High levels of conditioning, ...

Tactical/First Responders- You Don’t Need to Use High Rep Olympic Lifts for Conditioning
And we provide a couple alternatives.
Key Takeaway
The Olympic lifts (snatch, clean and jerk) and their variations are phenomenal tools for developing power in the weight room. Over the years the...

Police Basic Academy- Strength and Conditioning Training Session Examples
Key Takeaway
In part 1 we went over the challenges Police Departments are facing with hiring new applicants and injury rates during the Academy. I provided a tentative schedule for a 16 week streng...

Tactical/First Responders- You Don’t Need the Traditional Barbell Olympic Lifts for Power Development
Key Takeaway
Tactical/First Responder populations (or really anyone) are often convinced that the only way to develop power in the weight room are via the use of the traditional barbell Olympic Lif...

How to Train A Police Academy Class- 16 weeks – Part I
Instead of lowering standards, lets provide the tools to let people rise to them.
Key Takeaway
Several Police Departments throughout the country have chosen to lower physical standards for pote...

Why Tropical Storm V2 Outperforms AG1: A Comprehensive Breakdown
When it comes to greens supplements, not all products are created equal. Sure, flashy marketing and buzzwords catch your eye, but at the end of the day, it’s about the ingredients, sourcing, and pe...