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?
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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
Dynamic Systems Theory: In with the New and Out with the Old
Written by: Kevin Cann PPS just had 17 lifters compete this past weekend. 5 weeks out from this meet I made the decision to go with my gut and completely change how we were doing things. Some of these changes were made by me in person on the fly as I directed the team … Continue reading Dynamic Systems Theory: In with the New and Out with the Old
You Are Not Overtraining: Unless You Believe You Are
Written by: Kevin Cann I put up a very quick post about this yesterday and it garnished a bit of attention. Due to that attention, I want to write it all out for a better understanding since we should not just be quoting Instagram. I have always struggled to understand overtraining in … Continue reading You Are Not Overtraining: Unless You Believe You Are