Functional Training
This section of the site collects content relating to functional training: build muscle, strength, speed, agility, mobility, endurance, and more.
The Many Benefits of Lunges (And Variations)
This post explores the benefits of lunges – an overlooked bodyweight leg exercise! Plus: a bunch of cool variations.
The Surprising Benefits of Using Partials (Range of Motion)
The benefits of partials go far beyond their use in bodybuilding circles. Partials may help to increase capilarization, myonuclei and more!
Home Batcaves: Building Awesome Home Gyms and Work Spaces
A home batcave is a space for you to work and train. This post explores how to make the ultimate environment for productivity and action!
Handstand Tips From a Learner
I’m still learning to perfect my straight handstand. Here are the tips that have helped me!
Doom Slayer Training: Work Out Like a Space Marine
Ideas for a Doom Slayer workout that takes inspiration from military training and cool DARPA research…
The Contextual Interference Effect in Training, Learning, and Skill Acquisition
The contextual interference effect occurs when we train in a more chaotic, less prescribed manner. This may also improve adaptation, leading to rapid skill acquisition and greater retention!
Reverse Plank: Simple But Brilliant
The reverse plank looks simple but offers a plethora of benefits no matter your level – especially when used with the many variations and alternatives.
The Many Benefits of Burpees
There are countless benefits of burpees. Burpees are fantastic for conditioning, they also help to strengthen the core, and much more!
The Power of Cues for Training Movement and Technique
Using cues to learn a movement can improve technique, AND power and fluidity.
How to Strengthen Elbows: For Injury Prevention and Bigger, Stronger Arms
This post explains how to strengthen elbows against injury. In the process you will build bigger arms and unlock cool new skills!