Building Resiliency: It is Sometimes Sucking it Up

Written by Kevin Cann   Every coach and personal trainer out there wants to tell every lifter that their methods can increase performance while decreasing injury risk.  They may believe this, but I am going to tell you that it is absolute bullshit.   I know, because I used to say and believe those things.  … Continue reading Building Resiliency: It is Sometimes Sucking it Up

Why Coaches Need a Theoretical Framework

  Written by: Kevin Cann   I had posted a research article on Instagram yesterday that seemed to ruffle a lot of feathers.  This actually came as a surprise to me.  When I was writing it, I didn’t think many people would even notice.   I typically do not get a lot of comments on … Continue reading Why Coaches Need a Theoretical Framework

How Important is the Program?

  Written by: Kevin Cann   I was having this discussion recently and felt it would make a good quick read.  Before I get into that, there is something that I want to say. This was in regard to another conversation.   Seems to me that coaches and lifters in the powerlifting community dislike other coaches … Continue reading How Important is the Program?

There Will Be Pain

Written by: Kevin Cann   This is most likely the most common conversation I have with lifters.  The majority of people taking part in this sport seem to have some fears about getting injured.   Remember when you were a kid?  Chances were you had no fears at the time.  Jumping off the highest points … Continue reading There Will Be Pain

Coaching a Dynamic Systems Approach: This is a Guide not a Solution

  Written by: Kevin Cann   I am fortunate enough to coach quite a few other coaches.  We always have some good conversations and I enjoy watching their improvements as a coach just as much as watching their totals grow.   This last week I felt as if I had the same conversation a handful … Continue reading Coaching a Dynamic Systems Approach: This is a Guide not a Solution