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TPSMethod Coach (Angry) John is back with another great article. Have you ever interacted with someone and internally thought to yourself “Ohhhhhh man. This person is in for a harsh reality check?” I find myself in this scenario more often than not, as I grow older. There certainly is self-reflection; was I this fragile to honesty?...Constructive Criticism: What the #&**$ has happened to it?! -
Powerlifting is a delicate but violent coordination of mental aptitude, nervous system impulses, and musculature contraction. Within this strange world, two general training approaches exist: powerlifting squads and training alone. This article will focus on several benefits and pitfalls of the latter and not the former. FULL DISCLAIMER: My perspective is skewed in this matter. I...Powerlifting: The Benefits and Pitfalls of Training Alone -
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Do you have a goal? Are you working to achieve it, or are you derailing yourself? In this article we’ll discuss why having a goal isn’t the only thing needed, you also need a Hierarchy of Goals. I mentioned that I would explain this in my last article: The Secret to Losing Body Fat: I’ve...Hierarchy of Goals-What’s Most Important to You? -
Most people that come in to the gym or sign up for this site want one thing: The Secret to Fat Loss Training. They want to lose body fat. To look better naked! I’ve been in this business for a long time, 30 years. In that time, I’ve seen a lot of things come and go and I’ve...The Secret to Losing Body Fat: I’ve finally figured out fat loss training. -
In the TPSMethod GetStrong VLog Episode 15: In this episode we answer TPSMethod.com members questions on how to modify training due to inadequate recovery. We review more than just adjusting training. Watch this to maximize performance through better training and recovery techniques. Learn How to Maximize Your Recovery for Best Performance! Music with permission The Bruisers copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us...GetStrong Vlog Volume 15: How to Maximize Your Recovery for Best Performance -
In the TPSMethod GetStrong VLog Episode 14: Murph, Candace and Bucky answer Gina when she asked: Which Powerlifting Program Should I Choose? We help her pick the right program and we also explain why there is no RPE in the Acclimation Block. Music with permission The Bruisers copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us on Instagram @tpsmethodGetStrong Vlog Volume 14: Which Powerlifting Program Should I Choose? -
In the TPSMethod GetStrong VLog Episode 13: Murph, Candace and Bucky and Russ answer a members question about assistance work for the Deadlift. In this episode we go answer the question "How Heavy Should I Lift?" This information apples to more than the Deadlift kids! Music with permission The Bruisers copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us on Instagram @tpsmethodGetStong Vlog Episode 13: How Heavy Should I Lift? -
In the TPSMethod GetStrong VLog Episode 12: Murph, Candace and Bucky and Russ answer a members question about Common Sense Nutrtion. In this episode we go over common sense nutrition strategies to allow to: Lose body fat Increase muscle Recover better Perform better It's all demystified and simplified for you. C'mon, you've got 10 minutes to watch this! Music with permission The...GetStong Vlog Episode 12: Common Sense Nutrition for Strength Training -
Watch the ladies from TeamTPS/TPS Method compete at the 2019 RPS NH/Vt. State Championships. We had a few RPS Pro totals, a few State Records and a few RPS World Records. They kicked ass. Music with permission The Bruisers Copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com By: C.J. Murphy Follow us on Instagram @tpsmethodTeamTPS Ladies at the 2019 RPS NH/Vt. State Powerlifting Championships -
Editor’s Note: I’d like to introduce you to and welcome Lones Green to the TPSmethod.com team as an author. I am confident that Lones will give you thought provoking and intelligent commentary and advice on our sport. Please enjoy and share his first column. Recently, many powerlifters seem to be using their social media accounts as platforms to...The Self-Worth of a Powerlifter -
In the TPSMethod GetStrong VLog Episode 11: Murph, Candace and Bucky answer a members question about their Goodmorning. Because lots can go wrong with this awesome Squat and Deadlift builder. We show you how to avoid the mistakes. Music with permission The Bruisers copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us on Instagram @tpsmethodGetStong Vlog Episode 11: Fix My Goodmorning -
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. Music with permission The Bruisers copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us on Instagram @tpsmethodGetStrong VLog Episode 10: Choosing a Program for a Powerlifting Meet -
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 -
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. copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us on Instagram @tpsmethodGetStrong VLog Episode 9: How to Wear Your Belt Properly -
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 -
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. copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us on Instagram @tpsmethodGet Strong Video Log Volume 7: My Bench Sucks! -
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. copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us on Instagram @tpsmethodGet Strong Video Log Volume 6: Burpees Suck -
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! Music with permission The Bruisers. copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us on Instagram...Get Strong Video Log Volume 5: Powerlifting Training Maxes -
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 -
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 copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us on Instagram @tpsmethodGet Strong Q and A Episode 3: January 11th 2019 -
Murph reviews the most common powerlifting specialty bars in our Car (Bar) Show.Specialty Bar Car Show Episode 2 -
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 copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us on Instagram @tpsmethodGet 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 copyright 2019 tpsmethod.com Follow us on Instagram @tpsmethodTPS Method.com Get Strong Q&A January 15, 2019 Episode 2 -
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 -
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, 2018TPS 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 -
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 -
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