A Humble Proposal: Factoring Percentage of Reps Into Reps In Reserve Calculations
RPE (ratings of perceived exertion) and RIR (reps in reserve) can be useful training tools for some sports where the goal is to train to failure or near failure, but there is no catch-all number that works for all exercises. Generally, RPE is used for managing heavy efforts of weight or reps, and not for exercises where training to failure or near failure would inhibit the continuation of training like working on endurance for running a marathon. Instead of static numbers, RPE/RIR can function as a percentage of total effort to be applied to a wider range of workouts.
The Flywheel Box - The Best Piece of Training Equipment You've Never Heard Of
During lockdown, I’ve discovered a useful, less-known training method that works especially well in the home setting: the flywheel box. Some thoughts about this unique training method and how you can best use it.
Core Training That Doesn't Suck
Core training, the way most people do it, gets very boring very quickly, because all you do is add reps and time. I’ll admit I was one of those people for many years. Knowing a few of these variations can make core training a lot quicker and more fun.
Fitness & Coronavirus - Bodyweight Exercise Book Reviews
The virus is forcing us all inside, and that means we have to rely on bodyweight workouts more than ever. I share some of my basics tips and tricks, plus review some of the more popular bodyweight exercise books.
Are We Finally Done Arguing About CrossFit?
When I started out as a coach, the only thing anyone wanted to talk about was CrossFit - thank god that's changed. A retrospective on the CrossFit phenomenon.