After reading the title of this blog you are probably wondering why I both waited this long to write it and why I would add one more blog to the plethora of material out there on the topic already. Honestly, I’m probably not going to add anything to … [Read more...]
Power and Grace Radio | Episode 34: Brenton Roggow
In this edition of Power and Grace Radio, J.J. chats with Brenton Roggow. Brenton is an MC for the CrossFit Games, Granite Games, Wodapalooza, and more. He's also the owner of Honor Your Barbell and is the marketing director for Driven Nutrition. … [Read more...]
2018 Junior World Championships: Mark of More To Come
In every good sports movie there’s a moment where the team or the coach or a specific player begins to make the transition that we all look back on and see as the pivotal moment for the success of the team. In Remember The Titans it was the teams … [Read more...]
Power and Grace Radio | Episode 33: Matt Rattay
In this edition of Power and Grace Radio, J.J. chats with Matt "Might Mouse" Rattay about the Wodapalooza Weightlifting Face Off, Regionals, and more! Enjoy! … [Read more...]
Power and Grace Radio | Episode 32: Chelsey Hughes
In this edition of Power and Grace Radio, J.J. chats with Power and Grace Athlete Chelsey Hughes about her journey to the sport, balancing career and athletics, and more. Enjoy!As always, we're on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher under Power … [Read more...]
Tips for Traveling to Competition – Pre-Nationals
Traveling to a competition really changes up your usual routine, but you don’t have to let it get in the way of you feeling strong and prepared. Here are our favorite tips for flying before meet day:Drink lots of water while flying Drinking … [Read more...]
Power and Grace Radio | Episode 31: Regionals Preview
In this edition of Power and Grace Radio, J.J. and Spencer break down the upcoming regionals event by event, give predictions on outcome, and make a friendly bet. Enjoy!As always, we're on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher under Power and Grace … [Read more...]
How To Get Past Those Pre-Comp Jitters
Competing for your first time… or sometimes your tenth time can be extremely nerve racking. On competition day the last thing you want is your nerves getting in the way of you making your opener and then that big PR you’ve been working towards. There … [Read more...]
Top 5 ways to avoid today’s Nutrition BS
Number 1: Find an accountability partner. Studies show you are much more likely to reach your goals when you have a specific person you hold yourself accountable to. A spouse, friend, or even coworker.Number 2: Seek reputable advice and Ignore … [Read more...]
Power and Grace Radio | Episode 30: Keto, Carbs, and Fasting
In this edition of Power and Grace Radio, J.J. chats with Registered Dietitians and the minds behind Power and Grace Nutrition, Anna Kasperick and Christina Erickson. They covers the topics of going "keto", intermittent fasting, and carbs in … [Read more...]
Two Big Questions You Should Ask Before Starting a Weightlifting Program — Before new Programs
What are you training goals?This question is easily the most important question you need to address before you jump into any kind of training program. Setting up goals for training is not a quick or easy process but it is so important for making … [Read more...]
Weightlifting Wednesday: Considerations in Deficit Work
The usage of a deficit when working deficiencies in the lifts has been a long used method of training for multiple reasons. We discuss a couple of those reasons briefly in the video but specifically consider one tendency to be careful of when using … [Read more...]
Hypertrophy Work for Olympic Weightlifter
There’s a great debate in the strength world on the necessity and utilization of hypertrophy work for the competitive athlete. Most programs and strength and conditioning professionals understand it’s necessity for sports performance, injury … [Read more...]
Power and Grace Radio | Open Edition: 18.5
This week, Spencer and J.J. talk about 18.5 and the overall standing including surprises in the regions, opinion on the Open overall, and a look forward in to the Games season.As always, we're on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher under Power and … [Read more...]
Power and Grace Radio | Open Edition: 18.4
This week, Spencer and J.J. talk about 18.4 including the new standard, the leaderboard standings, and some nerd stuffAs always, we're on iTunes, Google Play, and Stitcher under Power and Grace Radio! … [Read more...]