“Almost everything… all external expectations, all pride, all fear of embarrassment or failure–these things just fall away in the face of death, leaving only what is truly important. Remembering that...

  On behalf of the entire Barbell Shrugged crew I’d like to say, Happy New Year! Now’s the time for your annual reboot. Your fresh start. So, be grateful and excited. Last year’s grind is a memory. You’ve recovered...

We’ve had a few catchphrases over the years. In the early days of Barbell Shrugged, I can remember scribbling, “Coffee, Tequila, Barbells” everywhere and on everything. It was silly, but also an effective way to define...

What is required to grow stronger? The first ingredient is obvious – There has to be a training dose. And just like with a medicine you might take, there is always an initial exposure, then a response. An effect...

Whether you’re an elite athlete or recreational competitor, we all want to perform at our best when it matters most. Training for peak performance involves a few basic components: 1) work hard, 2) eat right, and 3) rest...

a quick disclaimer before we begin – I’m not here to provide you with any new, fancy mobility techniques. Trust me, I’d love to! And we do have a lot of helpful information to share with you soon. But for now...