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True or False: Extreme Dieting Can Damage Your Metabolism and Lead to Weight Gain


Popular weight-loss show “The Biggest Loser” has come in from criticism from many directions since it began showing in the US in 2004. Doctors and nutrition experts have voiced their concerns about the competitive weight loss regimen. ... Continue reading
Who Controls Your Weightlifting? You…Or Somebody Else?


You’ve all gone to school, right? Most of you went to high school at least. A few of you dropped out, but the majority of you graduated. Some of you went to college and got bachelor’s degrees, and a select few of you continued on to gradu... Continue reading
Drug Use in Weightlifting & The Battle of Mindsets


The issue of drug use in sports has never been a simple one, and it’s never encouraged the most rational, even-tempered reactions from people. The issue has exploded recently in the sport of weightlifting with a record number of positive drug t... Continue reading
Ask Greg: Issue 139


Scott Asks: Do you suggest doing powerlifting/body building assistance work?   Greg Says: I assume you mean do I suggest doing these things for weightlifters. Bodybuilding assistance work definitely has a place and time for most weightlifters.... Continue reading
Ask Greg: Issue 138


Devin Asks: I tried searching and didn't find what I needed (maybe I didn't type in the right search term... if this has already been covered, I apologize). I recently read your article about arm bend in the first/second pull. I kind of have ... Continue reading
The 1996 Olympic Trials: A Look At The Battles We All Face


I guess I’m getting old, damn it all to hell. You know why I’m saying that? Because I’ve reached the point in my weightlifting life when young athletes approach me and ask about some of the most memorable things I’ve seen in t... Continue reading
5 Types Of Coaches You’ll Meet At the Gym (Unless You’re Lucky, That Is)


When I’m sitting to pen an article each month, I often joke with Greg that I’m going to write another post about shitty coaches. I try my hardest to refrain because I’m not sure my wild-eyed ranting provides actual value, because th... Continue reading
True or False: Knee Surgery is a Waste of Time


Various media reports have suggested that surgery for knee pain is “a waste of time,” or “does more harm than good.”. If you’re currently considering some kind of knee operation, this sort of headline might make you thin... Continue reading
Common Gym Liability Concerns And How To Alleviate Them


As a gym owner or coach, you go into your facility every day wanting to help people change their lives. Unfortunately, not every day will be full of sunshine, rainbows, and personal records. Some days there will be injuries, lawsuits, and insurance d... Continue reading
Using Bulgarian Split Squats in Your Training to Improve Strength, Power, and Performance


Ask anyone what the best exercise is to build leg strength and power and you’re bound to hear traditional (bilateral-2 legged) back squats. However, new research supports employing unilateral or single leg squats as a primary lift in your train... Continue reading
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