Posts by Smitty

• Diesel Method – Bench Press Primer

  Quick Intro from Smitty: I have been refining different aspects and foundational components of the Diesel Method (TM) since 1998. In the following article, CPPS coach Ben Anderson, shows you how he applies the I3 component of the Diesel Method. The I3 component sequences isometric...

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• Quick Bench Press Warm-up with Chains

  Here is a great warm-up with (powerlifting) chains for the bench press that will get your shoulders and triceps ready to get under the bar. The mark of a good warm-up is how your first repetition feels when you start ramping up on your main...

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• Deep Hip External Rotator Stretch That Works!

  Deep Hip External Rotator Stretch That Works Here is a deep external hip rotator stretch. This is THE stretch you want to do every single day if you sit around a lot. It is fantastic if as a pre-squat or pre-deadlift warm-up drill because it...

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• Kobe Bryant Tribute

  I remember exactly what I was doing when I heard Kobe had passed. And my reaction caught me off guard. I got very emotional and it really caused me to pause and reflect. Over the last few days, all I’ve been doing to trying to...

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• The CPPS Certification Schedule for 2020

  To view the full CPPS certification schedule for 2020 – CLICK HERE Why is the CPPS Certification Different? The CPPS certification is the most practical and hands-on coaching certification in the industry today. It will change your training, give you systems to implement immediately, teach...

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• How to Perform Side Planks Without Shoulder Pain

  How to Perform Side Planks Without Shoulder Pain Years ago I remember seeing a video from Mike Reinold about his opinion of side planks for his baseball players. He basically stated that because of the stability requirement and stress on the GH joint of the...

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