by Unbreakable | Apr 28, 2022 | WOD
This is a question that is indicative to an overarching mental approach to habits, tasks, and challenges. Most look for the one thing that makes the difference. It’s an easier concept to manage. “If I can just do this one thing, I’ll be ok.” The reality is that there...
by Unbreakable | Mar 28, 2022 | WOD
Coaches help people accomplish goals faster through expertise, accountability, motivation, and insight. Here are some examples. Athlete 1: Trains at a gym already. Expertise: The coach will help you apply the day’s training program to what your goals are. For example,...
by Unbreakable | Mar 21, 2022 | WOD
No. Not at all. Don’t be silly. ☺ Games athletes are professional athletes. Professional. Getting fit is not a professional endeavor. Games athletes train 1-3x daily for 2-10 hours each day, and they have a support staff for their issues and recovery. They are...
by Unbreakable | Feb 3, 2022 | WOD
More Does Not Equal Better Grind (verb): reduce (something) to small particles or powder by crushing it; hard dull work “The Grind”: buzzwords used by sports coaches and strength coaches alike to describe the hard work – heavy weights, sprint-jogging, excessive...
by Unbreakable | Jan 31, 2022 | WOD
Answers to most questions: it depends. Yes and No. So, what is the goal? What is your Why? What’s been happening along the way? No answer: We recommend lifting weights to add strength to perform life’s functions optimally. We believe we should be able to move our own...
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....
