This week the Iron Radio crew talks about one of the hardest part training… Planning Off Days – Iron Radio Episode 122 (link to mp3) After cobering some news, like this weekends Mr. Olympia 2011 and the the new FDA plans to regulate supplements, the discussion about off days starts at 35 minutes in.
Zach Krych Snatch Training From Low Blocks
Here is some footage of Zach Krych‘s recent Snatch training. In case you don’t know Zach’s story I highly recommend watching the second video below. It is a definite testament that will power and dedication can overcome the biggest obstacles. In February 2009 he broke both of his wrists while cleaning with straps. Doctors called it a “Devastating injury” […]
What are Shin Splints? How to avoid them?
Justin from 70sbig.com has a post on shin splints. Even though most take it for granted, running is a skill and just like with all skills you can do a lot wrong. When going through this “heel strike, forefoot flop”, the ankle is moving into plantar-flexion (toe down) while trying to maintain dorsi-flexion (toe up). […]
Lats and Lateral Flexion Mobility WOD
Here is a pre-workout lats attack. Treat your lats with a rubber band, foam roller and, of course a lacrosse ball. But focus on external rotation. Creating torque first will, stabilize the joint. Check out more drills on Mobility 101. Also got some nice ideas from this Lateral flexion MWOD. Position #2 looks like fun. But you […]