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May 27, 20223 min

Full Can/Empty Can Analogy for Proper Breathing and Bracing

One thing I see people constantly doing poorly in the gym and on social media is improper breathing. You see people take a big breath in,...

May 20, 20225 min

Learning Lifts Through Progressions

Ever wonder how someone learned to master a lift like the snatch or the clean and jerk? I run into a lot of people who think athletes...

Feb 4, 20224 min

Stop Working Out and Start Training!

What do I really mean by this? I mean stop doing all of the nonsense in the gym that doesn’t have a purpose to you. You see if we are...

Jan 10, 20223 min

You Don't Get Stronger in the Gym! You Get Stronger in Your Bed and Your Kitchen!

Doesn't sound right does it? But if you aren't eating and sleeping properly your work in the gym might be wasted. If you aren't...

Jan 2, 20223 min

What is Accommodating Resistance and How Can It Help You in Your Training

What is Accommodating Resistance? Accommodating resistance means to add resistance (bands and chains) the easiest phase of a movement in...

Nov 10, 20203 min

Consistency is THE Key to Success

Consistency is key for you to make gains in the gym!

Jul 27, 20201 min

II Strong Barbell is Now Open

Hi, My name is Jordan Gayer and I am the founder of II Strong Training and Head Weightlifting coach at II Strong Barbell Club. II Strong...

Apr 8, 20204 min

Welcome to II Strong Training!

Hello, and welcome to II Strong Training! My name is Jordan Gayer and I am here to help you with your strength and conditioning goals....