ACWR and Athlete Readiness: How We Push Training to Higher Limits

Written by: Kevin Cann   We all know that volume is important to get stronger.  Too little volume and progress can stall and even slide backwards.  Too much volume and we run the risk of overtraining and injury. So how do we know how much volume is appropriate for each lifter?   This is where the … Continue reading ACWR and Athlete Readiness: How We Push Training to Higher Limits

I Am Proud of PPS: Not Just for Smashing Weights

Written by: Kevin Cann   The month of April was huge for PPS.  We had 2 competitions that saw 13 of us compete.  The first one was on April 8thand it was our beginners’ meet (plus Grace). I am proud of everyone that had the guts to step on the platform for the first time and … Continue reading I Am Proud of PPS: Not Just for Smashing Weights

My Thoughts on Heavy Singles and Athlete Preparedness

Written by: Kevin Cann   I have been coaching athletes for a long time, but powerlifters for only 2 and a half years. As I learn more and gain more experience, the more adjustments I make to our programs to make sure that we are putting our best foot forward.   One thing that I have … Continue reading My Thoughts on Heavy Singles and Athlete Preparedness

Should You Be Hitting PRs in the Gym? How PPS Takes Heavy Singles

Written by: Kevin Cann   My Instagram feed is constantly filled with lifters hitting personal records (PR).  Most of these PRs that I see are actually hit in the gym.  Now, the goal of powerlifting as a sport is to be hitting your best lifts at the most important competitions of the year.   If … Continue reading Should You Be Hitting PRs in the Gym? How PPS Takes Heavy Singles

Operation Kina: Patient Zero

Written by: Kevin Cann   I wrote extensively about my failed RPE experiment not too long ago.  I was pretty confident that I could combine an RPE system with a Sheiko program.  The problem was that it did not work.   The RPEs were too light for some days and too heavy for others.  You … Continue reading Operation Kina: Patient Zero