Functional Training
This section of the site collects content relating to functional training: build muscle, strength, speed, agility, mobility, endurance, and more.
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!
Movement Highlight: The Broad Jump
This post explains one of the most useful functional exercises for athletes and anyone who wants to jump higher and run faster: broad jumps!
DNA Analysis Can Help You Optimize Training and Nutrition: My Experience With SelfDecode
Having your DNA analysed is an awesome tool for designing a bespoke training and nutrition plan.
Muscle Plasticity: What Makes a Hard Gainer?
Muscle plasticity is what separates the hard gainers from the genetically gifted. Learn what it is and how you can manipulate it.
Deathstroke Training: Building Intelligent Muscle
Deathstroke is known for his powerful body and mind, with an ability to think 9X faster than other humans. This is what Deathstroke training should look like.