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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…