Kettlebell Spiked Swing

With the Kettlebell Spiked Swing, you use a partner to get even more of a ballistic effect by having him or her apply some force to the downward part of the swing. Start off light and practice the set up and technique with your partner before attempting anything super challenging. Online Coaching with Empowered Strength. […]

“Lock Off” Holds

Advanced movement to help you strengthen your pull up end range of motion where many people are weakest. Online Coaching with Empowered Strength. Interested in Personal Training or Small Group Fitness at Empowered Strength? Click Here!

Scapular Row “Bat Wings” with Kettlebells

Pinch shoulder blades together while pulling elbows up. Use two kettlebells or dumbbells. Focus on the squeeze between your shoulder blades while holding end position. Online Coaching with Empowered Strength. Interested in Personal Training or Small Group Fitness at Empowered Strength? Click Here!

Paddles and Packs: The Best “Anti-Cardio” for Athletes

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The following was written by John Odden, owner and Head Coach of Empowered Strength — The Story I have always had a question in my mind since my early college days: “Why is there such an obsession with running and other cardio nightmares like the stair-stepper, ellipticals, and the dread-mill?” People mindlessly slog away on […]

What Does Strength Look Like? (AKA: Do You Even Lift?)

Let’s face it. While it may not always be our main concern, we’re all interested in strength training for at least one of the following reasons: To do cool stuff To show gravity who’s boss (AKA: Lift heavy shit) To gain muscle and look hot as hell To lose fat and look hot as hell That’s […]