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In the TPSMethod GetStrong VLog Episode 10:
Murph, Candace and Bucky answer a members question about how to choose a program for a powerlifting meet.
Also how delicious is pizza?
And we need a Mustache signal for
Russ.
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GetStrong VLog Episode 10: Choosing a Program for a Powerlifting Meet
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The TPS Method team:
CJ Murphy
Matt Buckingham
Russ Smith
Candace Puopolo
In the TPSMethod.com GetStrong Vlog Episode 8 we answer questions about training trouble leading into test weeks and how it can effect a powerlifting meet or a test.
Our member asked about issues he was having related to inconsistency in training leading to test...
GetStong Vlog Episode 8: Training Trouble
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The TPS Method team:
CJ Murphy
Matt Buckingham
Russ Smith
Candace Puopolo
discusses how to wear your powerlifting belt properly for maximum results.
Music with permission The Bruisers.
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GetStrong VLog Episode 9: How to Wear Your Belt Properly
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Steph has a really good bit of advice this month.
It applies primarily to those training for bodybuilding, but will benefit all of us.
Check it out!
I’m no pro, by far, but since I have been lifting for 18 years, a good amount of it done powerlifting and bodybuilding, I do get asked somewhat regularly...
The Kraken Files March 2019: Your Form Sucks
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The TPS Method team:
CJ Murphy
Matt Buckingham
Russ Smith
Candace Puopolo
reviews Bench Press video form a member who says "My bench sucks".
We tell him how to make it suck less too.
Music with permission The Bruisers.
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Get Strong Video Log Volume 7: My Bench Sucks!
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Volume 6, of the Get Strong VLog: Powerlifting Training Maxes
The TPS Method team:
CJ Murphy
Matt Buckingham
Russ Smith
Candace Puopolo
answer the age old question, why do burpees suck and what should I do instead of them?
Music with permission The Bruisers.
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Get Strong Video Log Volume 6: Burpees Suck
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Volume 5, of the Get Strong VLog: Powerlifting Training Maxes
The TPS Method team:
CJ Murphy
Matt Buckingham
Russ Smith
Candace Puopolo
Answers in this episode we go over use of a training max versus running the program as written.
Both are acceptable.
No idea what I am talking about?
Watch!
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Get Strong Video Log Volume 5: Powerlifting Training Maxes
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This month, Steph rambles on about programming.
Do it yourself, or get it from us.
TPSMethod.com notes: Of course we want you to use ours, but we don’t edit our authors.
Steph gives some great advice, but we are here to help if you need it.
I am not going to lie, I spent a lot of...
The Kraken Files February 2019: Get a Program You Bum
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Episode 3, of the Get Strong VLog: Snatch Grip Deadlift Analysis
The TPS Method team:
CJ Murphy
Matt Buckingham
Russ Smith
Candace Puopolo
We answer the age old question of what do you do if you are unable or UNWILLING to go to the gym.
January 11, 2019
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Get Strong Q and A Episode 3: January 11th 2019
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Murph reviews the most common powerlifting specialty bars in our Car (Bar) Show.
Specialty Bar Car Show Episode 2
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Episode 3, part 2 of the Get Strong VLog: Snatch Grip Deadlift Analysis
The TPS Method team:
CJ Murphy
Matt Buckingham
Russ Smith
Candace Puopolo
We analyze the Snatch Grip Deadlift in this episode.
January 11, 2019
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Get Strong Q and A Episode 3 Part 2: January 11th 2019
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Murph reviews the most common powerlifting specialty bars in our Car (Bar) Show.
Specialty Bar Car Show Episode 1
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Episode 2 of the Get Strong VLog:
The TPS Method team:
CJ Murphy
Matt Buckingham
Russ Smith
Candace Puopolo
Answer a question from a member about what to do when life gets in the way of getting to the gym and recovery.
January 15, 2019
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TPS Method.com Get Strong Q&A January 15, 2019 Episode 2
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OK, so you joined the site and are ready to start training.
You look over the program and the sets and reps for each exercise are listed, but what about the warmups for the main lifts?
Where are they?
They are up to you, and this article will show you Two Easy Methods for Choosing Warmup Set...
Warmup Sets Demystified
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Episode 1 of the Get Strong VLog.
The TPS Method team:
CJ Murphy
Matt Buckingham
Russ Smith
Candace Puopolo
Answer questions from members such as "What do I do if I don't have a Glute Ham Raise", My shoulder is injured, what do I do: and more.
December 31, 2018
TPS Method.com Get Strong Q&A December 31, 2018 Episode 1
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The Kraken Files: January 2019—Let’s Just Cut the Shit and Lift
In this month's The Kraken Files, Steph addresses a topic that bugs a lot of people, and drives others this month.
Give it a read and see where you stand.
This month’s column actually came to me after talking with a friend, and soon after that,...
Let’s Just Cut the Shit and Lift
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This month Steph has some excellent advice and explanations on when to skip training.
It’s a topic not touched on a lot, and she does an awesome job giving you some advice to be heeded.
This month I thought I would delve a bit into the issue of deciding when NOT to train, whether it be...
The Kraken Files: December 2018: To Train or Not to Train
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How to maximize results and minimize wasted time and health risks
Welcome back to another article on how to get the best results from your TPSMethod.com membership.
Today we are talking about you, your performance, your success and your phone.
Your phone is an amazing piece of technology and it can be used for many positive things,...
The Pros and Cons of Using Your Phone in the Gym
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Welcome to the TPSmethod.com.
In our programs we use a blend of RPE and percentage based training in order to give you maximum results.
Why do we do it this way?
Simple.
As the programs are written for a variety of people and not for an individual, we need to account for different personality types, or traits.
Some people...
What is RPE and how do you use it?
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Welcome to the TPSMethod.com.
I am sure you have a lot of questions on how to use the site and the programs to get the best results!
Don’t worry, we’ve got your back.
This article will give you some insight into how to use our site and the programs.
We have two primary types of memberships as you...
TPSMethod.com Program Guidance
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So.
Some of you may have been watching as I prepped with a 4-5 month mild cut, 6 month bulk, then a 4-5 month cut into my first physique show.
In fact, it was my first foray into aesthetic competition EVER, as for years I just lifted, then spent 5 years being a fluffy moose of...
The Kraken Files: Doing an Aesthetic Show
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Advanced Belt Squat Variations
Hi everyone, Russ here with some cool new exercises to make you stronger by using the EliteFTS Belt Squat.
Using the belt squat machine is a great tool to build you lower body.
Here are 3 advanced belt squat variations that will work your legs while building your torso and shoulders as well.
I...
The Moustache Files- September 2015 Advanced Belt Squat Variations
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This month we are going to review the use of one of the single best and most versatile conditioning tools on earth, The Prowler.
Prowlers are push sleds that can be used for building massive strength, giving you unstoppable conditioning and performance and making you puke feel pukey afterwards.
Catch the Prowler Flu.
Watch the video below.
Buy...
The Moustache Files June 2015-Prowler Basics
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I am always shooting video and I am sharing some of our training footage with you this month.
First up is Coach Adam Pine crushing a 710 deadlift.
Next is Coach Phil coming back form a hip injury and killing 405 in the squat.
Big Electric, Coach Owen Church is accepting a Prowler Challenge here.
I (Russ) am...
The Moustache Files-May 2015-Watch the TPS Coaches Train
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Our March 2015 installment of the Moustache Files has Russ interviewing TPS lifter Carlos Moran.
Carlos has been with us for about 8 years and we have watched him grow from a green newjack to a lifter currently ranked #2 in the world in the 198 division.
Carlos just competed at the Raw Unity Powerlifting Meet...
The Moustache Files March 2015-Interview with Carlos Moran
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I think it is time for Russ to get his own t.v. show.
Seriously, he is writing, filming, producing and starring in all of these video interviews and he is getting good.
He’s kind of like Dick Cavett with a moustache.
This month Russ is bringing us a two part interview with two of our members, Ana...
The Moustache Files-February 2015 Spartan Race Inteviews
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Russ is really getting good at interviewing and it seems he isn’t writing anymore.
That’s ok because at TPS we have tons of interesting members and great lifters to interview.
This month Russ interviews our straight from Ukraine raw powerlifting sensation Rostyslav Kharchenko.
Rosty trains with Mark and his crew and is a raw powerlifter.
This is a...
The Moustache Files January 2015- Interview with Rostyslav Kharchenko
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Russ needs his own cable access show he is getting so good at theses interviews.
What should we call it?
The Moustache Files obviously.
This month he is speaking with Cam Helffrich and Alex Fisher about their recent Weightlifting contest, training and more.
Watch the interview below.
Watch their lifting here.
Russ Smith C.F.T.
The Moustache Files December 2014-Interview with Cam Helffrich and Alex Fisher
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Russ is loving his new Galaxy Note so much he forgot how to type.
He is all about the video now.
Checkout his latest installment on sled dragging.
It’s killer.
by Russ Smith
The Moustache Files October 2014-Sled Dragging
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The views expressed here are entirely from Russ's moustache. We don't know yet if it is an evil moustache or a good one. We do know that it has a mind of its own and it's AWESOME and not creepy like some moustaches. Read on for some interesting viewpoints.
Bamboo Bar Overhead Carry
Russ had no...
The Moustache Files: Bamboo Bar Overhead Carries
