Written by: Kevin Cann Primitive man took their place in nature, while modern man attempts to control it. This is evident in the sport of powerlifting. When things happened that were not easily explainable, primitive man would chalk it up to some arbitrary higher power. Let us put this thinking into modern society. If a smoker gets a … Continue reading The Mindset of Primitive Man and Sports Performance
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Exploring Jungian Philosophy in Training
Written by: Kevin Cann The culture of modern powerlifting has been bothering me quite a bit lately. It has become this sport where creating social media content trumps the more important pieces of the process. If powerlifting was like this when I started, I would not have participated in it. Sports has been a lifeline for me … Continue reading Exploring Jungian Philosophy in Training
Principles of Self-Determination Theory and a Conjugate Program: Building Intrinsic Motivation
Introduction Self-Determination Theory (SDT) provides valuable insights into enhancing motivation and well-being among athletes. Its three principles - autonomy, relatedness, and competence - can be effectively applied to coaching a conjugate program, creating an environment that fosters athlete growth and performance. In this blog post, we will explore how these principles empower athletes, promote skill … Continue reading Principles of Self-Determination Theory and a Conjugate Program: Building Intrinsic Motivation
Unleashing the Power of Momentum: A Game-Changer in Life and Powerlifting
In the realm of sports and personal growth, there is an undeniable force that propels us towards greatness: momentum. Like a tidal wave of progress and achievement, momentum holds the key to unlocking new heights in both our powerlifting endeavors and our everyday lives. In this post, we will explore the concept of momentum, its … Continue reading Unleashing the Power of Momentum: A Game-Changer in Life and Powerlifting
Understanding Variability with Stable Attractors and Learning Systems Theory
Written by: Kevin Cann There is always this argument about how much, if any variability should be in a training program. There is the “hyper-specific” crowd who argues that we need to repeat the same movement over and over and any deviation from this is wasted energy. On the other side of the spectrum is conjugate, where … Continue reading Understanding Variability with Stable Attractors and Learning Systems Theory
Precision Powerlifting Systems 