Month: October 2026

Understand the nine-week Extended Russian Power Routine, its history, workload, sample session, risks, and realistic approach to a strength peak.

Explore German Volume Training history, its 10×10 approach, honest pros and cons, a sample workout, and how to decide whether the volume fits you.

Explore 5×5 training, its strength-sport history, benefits, limitations and an example session, plus how to choose loads and progress sensibly.

Your first workout does not need to be legendary. Here is how I would build a repeatable start, with a sample session and a sensible way to progress.

Understand Jim Wendler’s 5/3/1, training maxes, benefits, limitations and an illustrative workout, with practical advice for choosing a template.

Five popular training approaches, five very different demands. Here’s how I’d match the plan to your experience, goals, and actual calendar.

Combine familiar strength movements with a short block of moderate walking or cycling. Learn how to choose the starting dose, keep control, and progress without rushing.

Choose a travel workout that fits the time, space, and energy you have, then leave room to enjoy the trip. Includes a flexible hotel-room strength session.