The Basic Principles of Program Design – Episode 234
Mike McElroy returns to the show and we talk programming. Mike has been programming for Regionals-level athletes for years and is the wizard behind our very successful strength…
Stephen’s Story 3 Months into the Shrugged Strength Challenge
I want you to meet Stephen! Great guy that Stephen. Did you know Stephen added 40 pounds to his front squat, decreased his “Helen” time by…
Fix Your Squat: Part 4 – Core Stability and Using a Belt w/ Dr. Aaron Horschig of Squat University
There seems to be some debate amongst the coaches of strength world leaving athletes confused on whether you should “break at the knees” first or “hips…
Fix Your Squat: Part 3 – The Butt Wink w/ Dr. Aaron Horschig of Squat University
We’ve all seen it and heard about it…the Butt Wink. What causes it? And is it really that bad? And if you butt wink or have…
Fix Your Squat: Part 2 – Hip Mobility for Squatting w/ Dr. Aaron Horschig of Squat University
If you ever get that tight, pinching feeling at the top of your hips when squatting and just feel like the Tin Man trying to sit comfortably…
Fix Your Squat: Part 1- Ankle Mobility for Squatting w/ Dr. Aaron Horschig of Squat University
Stiff ankles can drastically limit your ability to get into a natural, deep squat. Weightlifting shoes with a raised heel can hide and mitigate some of…
Questions on Nutrition w/ Jason Phillips – Nuggets & Pearls
On this KILLER episode of Nuggets & Pearls, Jason Phillips (from Episode 232), answers some excellent nutrition questions we got from our YOU, the Shrugged Thugs (thanks everyone who sent them…
3 Things I Do to Make Counting Macros and Sticking to a Nutrition Plan Way Easier
If something is too damn complicated, good freaking luck following it consistently. This ESPECIALLY rings true for nutrition. For any nutrition plan to work, you HAVE…
This Guy Squatted 700 lbs. at 181 lbs. Bodyweight w/ EliteFTS Athlete Christian Anto – Episode 231
Little did we know a top 10 in the world powerlifter was right here living and training in our hometown of Memphis, Tennessee. This week on…
How to Setup the Bench Press to Lift The Most Weight w/ EliteFTS Athlete Christian Anto
If you want to lift maximal weight on the bench press, you’re going to need to learn how to properly set up on the bench. The…