Written by: Kevin Cann I was listening to the newest Reactive Training Systems podcast with Dr. Mike Israetel and John Kiely. I highly encourage everyone to listen to the discussion. This was not a debate, but a conversation between 2 coaches that tend to differ on how they see some things. The topic … Continue reading Is Periodization Necessary for Strength Sports?
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How PPS is Going to Get Stronger in Quarantine
Written by: Kevin Cann We sure as shit are in the middle of a global incident that will be remembered forever. The only historical events that I can compare this to are 9/11 and the marathon bombings. These are all moments in time that remind us that we are mere specs in a large … Continue reading How PPS is Going to Get Stronger in Quarantine
It is Not the Volume: It is Your Focus and Intent
Written by: Kevin Cann I think powerlifting is in this fad of low RPEs and high volumes. Many lifters are doing well with programs like this, but I would imagine just as many are not. I think some of this is driven by the inexperience of lifters and coaches. There is not … Continue reading It is Not the Volume: It is Your Focus and Intent
A Thought Process vs a Program
Written by: Kevin Cann John Flagg actually said this to me a couple of weeks ago. He said that certain coaches give you a thought process. Some of these coaches would include Louie Simmons, Boris Sheiko, and Mike T. I thought this was a very good point and really thought about it for … Continue reading A Thought Process vs a Program
Charlie Francis: The High/Low Method
Written by: Kevin Cann I have been coaching for over 15 years now. I did not get into powerlifting until about 5 years ago. The majority of my coaching career was coaching high school and college aged athletes. Early on in my career I was introduced to Charlie Francis’ stuff. His coaching … Continue reading Charlie Francis: The High/Low Method