Monthly Archives: March 2016

30 Weeks To Lose 30 pounds Kettlebell Sport Week 1

Posted on March 22, 2016 by Doug Holland

Here is the first video of me training kettlebell sport. My only competition is myself. The only question that comes to mind while training is, “will I give in to the pain or can I make it another minute?” Kettlebell training … Continue reading →

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Dragon Lunge

Posted on March 19, 2016 by Doug Holland

This is a weird exercise I made up on accident. I was demonstrating a lung while holding the weights above my head. They suddenly dropped and I felt a great pump in my shoulders that I never felt before. It … Continue reading →

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Mixed Grip Bench Press

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Doug Holland

If you want to find your weaknesses in benching, try the mixed grip bench press. In this video we demonstrate how odd it might feel at first, but if you stick with it you will see gains. https://youtu.be/aFLTqp7DpoY

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Crushing Your Biceps With Heavy Weight

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Doug Holland

Have you ever wanted to destroy your biceps to the point you cant brush your teeth? Have you ever wanted to throw dumbbells in a gym without the management yelling at you. How fun would it be to do a … Continue reading →

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Speed Sumo Deadlift Exercise

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Doug Holland

Speed Sumo Deadlifts are great for building strength, explosive power,  by helping your nervous system overcome the fear of the lift. To many athletes get stuck in the bottom position because they psych themselves out by overthinking the initial pull. … Continue reading →

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Never Bench Press Without A Cage When Alone

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Doug Holland

This video is a perfect example of why I will never lift alone without a squat cage. You can die bench pressing without one. Imagine having a lot of weight rolling on to your neck. Here I am doing 370 … Continue reading →

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Barefoot Squats

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Doug Holland

Should I barefoot squat? What are the benefits? Will squatting barefoot cause plantar fasciitis? Will I lose balance? In this video I explain my experience with barefoot squats and how they can truly strengthen the feet. https://youtu.be/6KL8cTRv01Y

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How To Keep Squat Bar From Hurting Your Shoulders

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Doug Holland

Would you like a quick tip on keeping the barbell from hurting  your shoulders?  Well, here is a video I made that should help you find the groove for where the bar should be on your shoulders. It should fit … Continue reading →

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Help Elbow Pain

Posted on March 18, 2016 by Doug Holland

How to help elbow pain? Here is a video on how to help elbow pain from golfers elbow or tennis elbow. You can also use this exercise for carpal tunnel syndrome. Try to do this exercise at least three times … Continue reading →

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