Written by: Kevin Cann That title is part click bait and part truth. For those of you that know me, know that I feel that Westside style training is very inadequate for the raw powerlifter. Multiply and raw are vastly different sports. Best way I have heard it explained is through this analogy. … Continue reading One Thing We Are Doing More Like Westside
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Understanding Variation: How Specific Should You Be?
Written by: Kevin Cann Dave Tate of EliteFTS posted this question on Instagram the other day: “Most coaches I speak to that only endorse the “sports specific” angle for powerlifting (only do the specific competition lifts) would have a more expanded view of the training process if they took the time to learn … Continue reading Understanding Variation: How Specific Should You Be?
Precision Powerlifting Systems
Written by: Kevin Cann I typically write posts about training. This one is going to be a little different. The last month has seen some major changes for the Precision Powerlifting Systems crew. We are no longer affiliated with Total Performance Sports as of January. We are our own entity now. We … Continue reading Precision Powerlifting Systems
Understanding Progression
Written by: Kevin Cann Progressing a program is something that is a necessary part of getting stronger. However, I feel many athletes and coaches may not know how to do it appropriately. There are a number of ways in which you can progress a program. The most usual are adding weight to the … Continue reading Understanding Progression
Scientific Principles of Strength Training
Written by: Kevin Cann No matter what program you follow, it has to abide by the scientific principles in order for it to be effective. The more principles that the program abides by and follows, the more optimal that it will be. I am going to give a quick rundown of these principles. Most … Continue reading Scientific Principles of Strength Training