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bench
Training the 225 Rep Test
The 225 rep test is one of the most revered assessments used in the NFL pre-draft process. I don’t feel the 225 test is…

Squat
Building An Explosive Squat
Reposted from Chad’s T-Nation Article “An Explosive Squat Is A Bigger Squat” “Through the roof, through the roof…

powerlifting
7 Habits of Highly Effective Squatters
Run faster, jump higher, tackle harder, whatever your athletic goal is, improving your squat will help you reach them…

powerlifting
Going Heavy on The Juggernaut Method
The most common question I receive about The Juggernaut Method, is “how can I add in some heavier work?”. The…

Training
Back to the Future
Well it’s the last day of 2012 so I’m feeling all nostalgic and reflective. The past 365 days have been filled with…

Recovery
Monitoring and Maximizing Recovery
Recovery is the most overlooked aspect of physical development. No amount of training can yield positive results if you…

powerlifting
Q&A with Chad Wesley Smith
Chad answers questions from Juggernaut Training Systems’ Facebook Fans. Like our page and check out our weekly live…

Sports Training
JTS Classic: Baseball Training Considerations
Physical preparatory training for baseball players seems to lag behind that of other sports and due to this lack of…

Training
JTS Classic: Maximal Strength Programming for Crossfit
A few weeks ago I attended a Crossfit Powerlifting Seminar at Crossfit 714 in Orange, CA as a guest presenter, where I…

Training
JTS Classic: Keep It Simple Stupid
Part 1-Maximal Effort Work I often get questions through email, Facebook or through JTSstrength.com that are something…

Training
The Juggernaut Method and Strongman
The Juggernaut Method is a great training option for Strongman competitors. Strongman places a great emphasis on…

Training
Conditioning for Football
Conditioning tests are a standard practice at NFL, College and High School football training camps and are for the most…