3 really obvious tips for lifting weights (that you’re probably not doing)

Super quick, super actionable — you can implement them today

I’ve been lifting for over 2 decades from bicep curls in my bedroom as a teenager to working in a gym through my early 20s to eventually competing as both a strongman and bodybuilder (not at the same time ;).

This is not to brag but just to say that I know a few things about lifting.

As with most areas in life, it has taken me this long to be able to simplify lifting and identify (and share) the key points for success.

Here I share 3 things you can implement today that will compound and pay DIVIDENDS for the rest of your lifting life (which should be FOREVER!).

Let’s go!

From 320lbs and moving heavy objects from A to B…

To strutting my stuff. It’s safe to say I’ve been around the block having also played

1) Don’t wear running shoes when training legs

An easy fix — take them off. You can either wear flat shoes with no cushioning or heel or take your shoes off and lift in socks.

The reason for this is that the cushioning in running shoes disperses your energy and perhaps more…