Results matching “Bird”

Monday, 3 August 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just a training routine or two, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

Video - DIY Suspension Straps

Looking for an inexpensive alternative to Blast Straps? Try these.

Coming Events

Kettlebell Juggling Contest : how's your kettlebell juggling? For details, head over here. Good stuff.

Card Tearing Contest : or a spot of card tearing perhaps? Now this one will be fun. Find out why.

Grip Contests : There are also several grip contests coming up shortly, including :

  • USHS Nationals
  • USGS Nationals
  • Finnish Open Grip Strength Championships

For details, swing by the Grip Contest Calendar.

Exercise of the Week

The Barbell Hack Squat. The original and best. Love it.

For information on the history of this wonderful lift, and to see how it's performed, head over to Part III of the Timeless Exercises series. Enjoy.

Monday, 27 July 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

I'm constantly amazed at just how much my training is influenced by the people on this site. Whether you're looking for a new piece of equipment, an unusual exercise variation or just a training routine or two, head over to the forums :

NB : Ready to add your own workout log or training article? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

Video - TDmonkeys' David Sampler 2009

Yes, he's insane.

Coming Events

Twitterchat : In this week's twitterchat we'll be joining Synergy Athletics' Joe Hashey for a discussion on running a garage gym. A fantastic way to earn a living.

See you there.

Grip Contests : There are several grip contests coming up shortly, including :

  • Backyard Bash 5
  • USHS Nationals
  • The Steel Slayer Showdown
  • Global Grip Challenge 2009

For details, swing by the Grip Contest Calendar.

Exercise of the Week

The Dand (Hindu Push-Up). This has been at the heart of my bodyweight training for several years now (thanks to my original Judo coach, who first taught me this wonderful exercise). Love it.

To see how it's performed, here is Steve Maxwell in action. Note that the taekhte (push-up board) is optional, but great for exercises such as this.

Monday, 20 July 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

There are some superb discussions as well as brief training tips scattered throughout the forums. Here are just two :

Ready to add yours? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

Video - Home-made Belt Squat Machine

Ready for another dose of DIY Equipment goodness? Here's a home-made belt squat machine in action (how it's constructed). Good stuff.

Coming Events

Grip Contests : There are several grip contests coming up shortly, including :

  • The Hybrid Competition
  • Backyard Bash 5
  • USHS Nationals
  • The Steel Slayer Showdown
  • Global Grip Challenge 2009

For details, swing by the Grip Contest Calendar.

Exercise of the Week

Stair Squat Jumps.

This is actually the first exercise I can recall seeing someone perform (in Sydney's Royal Botanic Gardens - great spot for outdoor training) : Stair Squat Jumps. Good fun.

Monday, 13 July 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

There are some superb articles as well as brief training tips scattered throughout the forums. Here's one of each :

Ready to add yours? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

Video - Parkour Tutorial: Wall-Run

This is a superb look at a particularly fun element of Parkour - the Wall Run. Enjoy.

Coming Events

Twitterchat : In this week's twitterchat we'll be joining The Rotater's Chris Melton for a discussion on his life as a reformed gymrat and what his current training approach is.

See you there.

Grip Contests : There are several grip contests coming up shortly, including :

  • The Hybrid Competition
  • Backyard Bash 5
  • USHS Nationals
  • The Steel Slayer Showdown
  • Global Grip Challenge 2009

For details, swing by the Grip Contest Calendar.

Exercise of the Week

The Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up (TGU). I first came across this exercise via the On Sitting and Standing piece in July 2006, and it's been a favourite ever since.

Pavel has a superb explanation on the Enter the Kettlebell! DVD, and Steve Cotter looks at an alternative technique in his brilliant Encyclopedia Of Kettlebell Lifting (Series 1). Regardless of your training goals, there's likely a place for it in your routines. Fantastic exercise.

Monday, 6 July 2009 - Issues

On the Forums

There are some superb articles as well as brief training tips scattered throughout the forums. Here's one of each :

Ready to add yours? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

Video - Home-made Protein Bars

There are a number of ways to make your own protein bars, and this video goes over the basic process. Use your favourite type of nut butter, protein powder and experiment. You really can't go far wrong.

NB : if you've found a combination that works particularly well, tell us about it (or share some video) in the Diet section of the forums. Loads of great ideas in there.

Coming Events

Contest : Card Tearing
How's your card tearing? Josh and I will be formalising a contest during the week, but it's safe to say that there'll be plenty of torn cards, sore fingers and a spot of video involved. Should be fun.

Grip Contest : Global Grip Challenge 2009
It's on again - the superb Global Grip Challenge. Details shortly.

Monday, 29 June 2009 - Issues

Training Logs

If you want to see what other people get up to in their own training, head over to the 'Articles & Logs' area of the forums. Here are just a couple of my favourites :

Ready to add yours? Just head over to the Articles & Logs page and log in, and click 'Post to Your Blog'. That's all there is to it.

Video - DIY Wrist Roller Tutorial

DIY project for the week - the first bit of gym gear I made for myself, a Wrist Roller. Good stuff.

NB : once you've made one, tell us about it (or share some video) in the DIY section of the forums. Loads of great ideas in there.

Basic Philosophy of Hardstyle

What's the Hardstyle approach all about? Josh explains.

Monday, 22 June 2009 - Issues

Articles

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Video - DIY Duct Tape Speed Ladder

DIY project for the week - a Duct Tape Speed Ladder. Good stuff.

Sandbag Combos for Fighters

There have been a number of great discussions on the forums over the past two weeks, including this thread on sandbag training. How do you put your sandbag to use?

Monday, 15 June 2009 - Issues

Articles

Ready to add yours?

Video - Day at the Park

The Pound's Brendan shows us a sample workout in the local park; complete with kettlebells and medicine ball. Good stuff.

Training at Work

I was asked again this morning about the ideal way to train while you're at work; covering the topic in superb detail, Josh over at World's Strongest Librarian. Absolutely free.

How to Get Stronger at Work While Your Boss Isn't Looking

Monday, 8 June 2009 - Issues

Articles

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Transformation of Straight to the Bar

Over the years this site has grown from a humble workout blog to an appreciation of physical strength in any form. This has been - and continues to be - an incredible experience. Thank you.

At the heart of Straight to the Bar is a fantastic community of people who share an undeniable passion for lifting heavy objects. This love of the iron is shared through email, tweets, youtube videos and many other media. Love it.

In order to get even closer to this community, Straight to the Bar has been transformed into a forum over the past few days. As well as communicating with me, everyone will be more able to discuss training ideas and techniques directly with each other. Much more effective.

Additionally, I'll be creating a lot of new content for the new-look site. Of course, the many, many articles (posted over the last 5 years) will remain. You'll find them all here.

Hope everyone enjoys the change. If you've got any questions/comments/suggestions, please let me know. I look forward to hearing from you.

See you inside.

Monday, 1 June 2009 - Issues

Video - Overhead Squat Mobility


Steve Cotter has posted several great videos on the squat, including the one above - progressions for the Overhead Squat. Good stuff.

Beast Skills

This is one of my favourite sites for teaching challenging gymnastic skills - Levers, Presses, Pulls and other fun things. Love it.



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