A common beginner mistake in the snatch is failing to get the bar into the hip at the top of the pull, usually resulting in losing the bar forward. What happens is that the bar gets to around mid-thigh and starts to swing away from the body. At the same time, the lifter is already […]
In our classes at Strength Ambassadors, new members often ask us which are the best shoes for weight training. As a new lifter, it can be confusing to work out what to put on your feet to get the most out of your training. So let us take you through the important points to consider […]
Here at Strength Ambassadors, we are big advocates for the many benefits of strength training for older adults. In fact, we advocate strength training at any age. We are excited that the mainstream media is starting to spread the word about how regularly training with weights can combat the loss of muscle strength, muscle mass […]
Hey, we made something for you. You’re a guy who’s the far side of 30, maybe with a young family, and you’re thinking more about your long term health. Secretly, you’ve always wanted ‘superhero strength’ – chucking heavy things around, looking good, fighting evil. You want to be that Superhero Dad for your family! You […]
Ever seen a lifter absolutely rip into a heavy bar and think ‘I wish I could be that aggressive too’? Here we talk about what it takes to be more aggressive in your lifting and why you should even bother.
Sometimes it seems like we are going to the gym and putting in the work, but don’t get stronger. When I talk to people about their training, 9 times out of 10 it is something quite simple that they are not doing. Be honest with yourself – what out of the list below are you […]
When you’re committed to a strength regimen, injuries can feel like major setbacks. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a gym enthusiast, injuries can disrupt your progress and dampen your spirits.
It is vital to protect your back when deadlifting, or doing any exercise in a bent-over position – such as bent-over row, clean, snatch. You need to maintain a tight, flat back position. However, many people struggle with this, especially if a lift starts from low down on the floor, like a deadlift or a […]
Staying consistent with your training is one of the toughest tasks out there – for all but the most dedicated gym rat/student/young PT who has all the time in the world to spend in the gym. Life happens. Shit happens. Work gets really fucking busy! Other responsibilities distract you, you fall out of routine and […]
It is impossible to do something perfectly AND learn from it. If it was ‘perfect’, what have you learned? And yet I see many lifters expecting to be able to do a new drill or a new weight lifting technique perfectly (or near enough) first time. Chasing perfection basically means that you are trying to […]