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Upper Back Strength

admin — Thu, 15 Jan 2009 12:23:01 +0000

Take a few minutes to watch this video.

Most athletes ignore the importance of upper back strength, here is why you should not:

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Post-Workout Shake

admin — Fri, 09 Jan 2009 13:00:47 +0000

When we train hard, we breakdown our muscles. Muscles need nutrients fast in order to build back stronger for next time. This “repair” needs to take place no later than 20 minutes after the workout session. A huge sense of urgency should be felt when you rack the bar after your last set. Your mission of finding a post-workout meal begins.
But what should you eat?
Research shows that the following combination to be the best:

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Pullups for Young Athletes

admin — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 13:12:47 +0000

Listen up Muchachos…Tyler hates, I mean HATES Lat Pulldowns.
I warn you – don’t let him catch you doing a set of Lat Pulldowns when he’s around – Big man will get more red than normal and have put the “Hulk Clap!” on your face! LOL
PS – Pick up some bands here

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Young Athlete Question: Transverse Abs

admin — Mon, 05 Jan 2009 22:44:32 +0000

I tell you what, we have some educated followers in our tribe. We had a 14-year-old young athlete ask about how to train their transvers abdominis, that’s awesome! You guys are great, keep coming with the questions and we will try to keep up.
Enjoy:

PS – Can you tell what hardware store Tyler’s father-in-law runs? Hmm…

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