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This is Why Your Squat Sucks

Have you all but given up on ever getting good at the squat? Does it hurt to squat? Do you struggle to get depth in the squat? If you answered yes to any of those questions give this article a read. The traditional barbell squat isn’t for everyone, but squat patterning absolutely is!

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Jim Wendler’s 5/3/1 for Strength in Sport

5/3/1 is a great tool to have in your tool box when it comes to physical preparation. This article lays out the loading parameters and explains the how and why 5/3/1 can be beneficial to you.

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Creatine: What is it and Why Aren’t You Using it?

We currently have more information on creatine than we do on any other dietary supplement on the market but it still gets a bad rap from uneducated people spouting off about how their doctor told them it’s not safe, but it is absolutely safe! Creatine is a great supplement for just about everyone on the planet and we’re going to dive into how it functions and the benefits of it in this article.

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The Dreaded Dad Bod

Ever wondered why you look kind of skinny in clothing but when you go shirtless you look like a wet sack of potatoes? We’ll, you’ve more than likely got that dreaded dad bod! This article will go over the causes of this horrid condition, and how we can fix it!

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You Should Be Fatphobic*

The obesity epidemic in the US is destroying our quality of life. You ask why I’m fatphobic, and I’m asking why aren’t you?

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Hockey is NOT Played 45 Seconds at a Time

Hockey is often categorized as a sport played 45 seconds at a time, but have you ever dove into what happens within a shift? It’s not a 45 second all out sprint, and understanding this will help you program your conditioning in a more appropriate manner.

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