by Unbreakable | Jan 24, 2022 | WOD
Probably not. Gaining muscle and size requires more calories. On average it takes another 3500 calories to gain one pound. And gaining a pound of muscle is hard because it requires multiple sessions of training to get the muscles to grow. For example, if I have 25%...
by Unbreakable | Jan 20, 2022 | WOD
The difference in and utility of strength and power Force (max strength) and power are important qualities for any athlete. While the two terms are often used interchangeably among sports coaches, we should be aware that force/strength and power are actually distinct...
by Unbreakable | Jan 17, 2022 | WOD
Hacks. Fast. We live in the “Amazon/InstaSnapBookFaceChat” Age. We can order things that are delivered immediately; we can find info (often false) on topics and people instantly; we want things now. Me included! Building muscle doesn’t occur quickly. Strength and...
by Unbreakable | Jan 13, 2022 | WOD
There’s the “quick” word again. Changing your body…it takes what it takes. And it’s rarely quick. If you gained 100 pounds of weight over 4 years, then it is reasonable to think it will take 4 years to lose it. Of course, you can gain it or lose it faster. However,...
by Unbreakable | Jan 6, 2022 | WOD
Sisu is a unique Finnish concept. It is a Finnish term that can be roughly translated into English as strength of will, determination, perseverance, and acting rationally in the face of adversity. Sisu is not momentary courage, but the ability to sustain that courage....
by Unbreakable | Jan 3, 2022 | WOD
Kaizen. This is an unusual word, and most people have never heard of it. It is a Japanese term meaning “change for the better” and “continuous improvement”. Why is this a core value? How does it impact me and my training? William S. Burroughs...
by Unbreakable | Dec 16, 2021 | WOD
The process of Reverse Engineering, Evaluating, and Critical Thinking Pt. 2 of 2 For individual needs, coaches should think about: Injury History Positions Team Averages The first point is fairly obvious. If you have a healthy athlete with a healed injury, this may...
by Unbreakable | Dec 14, 2021 | WOD
Motivation is a great. It is powerful. It is also…fleeting. Discipline keeps you going when you don’t want to, or when you don’t think you have the capacity. I will speak personally here, I have had my share of injuries. I even had a blood clot in my leg earlier in...
by Unbreakable | Dec 2, 2021 | WOD
The process of Reverse Engineering, Evaluating, and Critical Thinking Pt. 1 of 2 Any serious strength and conditioning coach is a life-long learner. Apart from the money spent on required continued education for certifications, I believe that good coaches read books,...
by Unbreakable | Nov 29, 2021 | WOD
James Clear highlights in his book, Atomic Habits, that certain things must occur for new habits to start and persist. And one necessity is Enjoyment. We are “selling” restraint, work, struggle, and effort at Unbreakable Athletics. We are NOT selling beer, pizza,...
