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weightlifting
The JuggLife LIVE | Reno
Max and Chad visit Black Iron Gym in Reno, NV, home to Team Juggernaut lifters Quiana Welch and Alexandra LaChance for…
Powerbuilding
Scientific Principles of Strength Training
Understanding the principles upon which effective Powerlifting Programming is built is critical to being able to create…
Squat
Pillars of Squat Technique | Head & Upper Back
We finish our series on the Pillars of Squat Technique focusing on head position and the action of the upper back…
powerlifting
Team Juggernaut at USAPL Nationals
Team Juggernaut’s contingent of athletes had a great performance at the recent USAPL Raw Nationals. Some highlights…
Squat
Pillars of Squat Technique | The Descent
A confident and aggressive descent is key in the squat to maximize the stretch reflex and avoid wasting energy during…
Squat
Pillars of Squat Technique | The Setup
A strong setup is the first step in a successful squat. Failure to lock in a great position here makes it very unlikely…
Squat
Foot Pressure and Knee Movement in the Squat
The subtle details of foot pressure and how your knee moves in the squat is critical to maximizing leg strength and…
Training
The JuggLife | Sumo for Conventional and Q&A
Chad and Max take listener questions including the efficacy of training opposite techniques, like Sumo for Conventional…
Strongman
Considerations for Strongman Training
Chad Wesley Smith discusses some important considerations for Strongman Training. Chad was the 2012 NAS National…
Training
The JuggLife | Q&A: D.U.P and Weightlifting RPE
Chad and Max take questions from the fans including, the efficacy of Daily Undulating Periodization training and if you…
Training
What’s Your Question? #10
Have a question for us? Ask it in the comments… 0:00-How do I improve my lockout in the snatch? 0:46-How should I…
powerlifting
Undulating Periodization Strategies
Chad Wesley Smith elucidates the undulating periodization strategies he uses to help athletes better manage fatigue to…