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Thank You, StrongFirst
Since 2014, I have had the honor and privilege of being the CEO of StrongFirst, Inc. Over these past three years, I’ve focused on doing my part to help StrongFirst achieve its mission of pursuing,...
View ArticleA Self-Correcting Drill for a Classic Blunder of the Kettlebell Swing
“You’ve fallen victim to one of the classic blunders…”—Vizzini, Princess Bride Sorry, I couldn’t help myself. This article is about a common error in the kettlebell swing, and we should never accuse a...
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Why Failure Is the Opportunity to Learn and the Key to Progress
“Failure is the state or condition of not meeting a desirable or intended objective, and may be viewed as the opposite of success. Product failure ranges from failure to sell the product to fracture of...
View ArticleThe Single-leg Deadlift: The Most Underutilized and Powerful Skill
If you have spent time on the StrongFirst blog, on our forum, or attended one of our Courses or Certifications, then you know we are a school of strength and our principles are the same no matter the...
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How to Power-up Your StrongFirst Practice by Applying the FMS Principles
As SFGs and kettlebell practitioners, we understand and practice the principle that movement exists in a hierarchy. In fact, we have a hierarchy when it comes to teaching the kettlebell ballistics....
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G-Tox: A Proven Tool for Accelerated Grip Recovery
At StrongFirst, we recognize tension and relaxation as two sides of the same performance coin. But we often find it easy to focus exclusively on the former, since improving tension production equals...
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Build a Base of Strength with the 5RM Kettlebell Front Squat Program
We all love new personal records, especially when they are one-rep max or max-rep records—that first time deadlifting your bodyweight or ten pounds more than your last TSC, the first pull-up or when...
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How to Get Better at Everything by Training Multiple Get-Ups
Building total body strength and conditioning is no easy task. It takes time, effort, and consistency. Developing strong shoulders, hips, and knees can easily fill a twelve-month training program. Does...
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Yes, You Can: A Knee-Friendly Alternative to the Get-up’s Windshield Wiper
“Notice that the stiffest tree is most easily cracked, while the bamboo or willow survives by bending with the wind.”—Bruce Lee “Obey the principles without being bound by them.” —Bruce Lee When we...
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When StrongFirst Meets Circus: How Plan Strong Helped Us Win Silver in Moscow
“Skill consists of the ability to bring out some end result with maximum certainty and minimum outlay of energy.”—Guthrie, 1952 I am a trapeze artist. I’ve performed in circuses and cabarets worldwide...
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How I Achieved a 3x Bodyweight Deadlift (and You Can Increase Your Deadlift,...
“Methods are many, principles are few.” –Unknown A few years ago, my deadlift was at a crossroads. While combing through my training logs, I realized that accessory work and advanced programming...
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Steve Milles Speaks on the Real-World Value of the StrongFirst Combat Course
With just over a year since its debut, StrongFirst Combat is already creating a buzz. And as it returns to Five Points Academy, I can think of no better person to give you the low-down on the workshop...
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Flexible Steel and StrongFirst: Announcing a Partnership
I am happy to announce a partnership between two complimentary systems—StrongFirst and Flexible Steel. But… What Is Flexible Steel? Flexible Steel is a mobility/flexibility program that does not...
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Training Shoes: My Recommendations and Why
When you are training, one of the decisions you make before you start each session is whether you will be wearing training shoes. While training barefoot certainly has its advantages, both physically...
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Training Observations: Every Rep Is a Chance to Learn
For this article, I would like to dive into a few training observations I have made in my recent practice. Perhaps similar to Deep Thoughts by Jack Handey. “If you are being chased by an angry bull,...
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How StrongFirst’s Endurance Protocols Can Improve Your Ski Season
Winter is fast approaching in the Northern Hemisphere. For many, that means ski and snowboard season is about to begin. But how do we apply kettlebell training to ski conditioning? How can we use our...
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How to Avoid Injury and Maximize Strength by Correcting Rib Flare
One of the hallmarks of the strength training concepts taught through StrongFirst is the emphasis on controlling breath. In particular, there is emphasis on the use of the biomechanical breathing match...
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TSC Recap and Results: Fall 2017
Ladies and gentlemen, the 2017 Fall TSC results are in! First, thank you to everyone who participated in this unique worldwide event. With just over 1,100 competitors from around the globe, once again...
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How to Use StrongFirst for Successful GORUCK Prep
I believe strength is the most valuable quality to develop in fitness. That said, my recreational pursuits often involve the need for endurance, as well. I’ve taken on endurance pursuits ranging from...
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Tammy’s Story: A Journey of Discovery, Growth, and Strength
Tammy Baskett is a 61-year-old dedicated student of strength and a massage therapy client of mine, but it hasn’t always been this way. When Tammy was younger, she enjoyed a fairly active lifestyle...
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