Posts

Nagging tightness on one side Here’s why and how to fix it…

Image
Rebuild your lateral chains and get rid of those lopsided aches here. https://salutis.kartra.com/page/systematic-core-training Nagging tightness on one side that never goes away? It’s probably NOT a mobility problem. Most men over 40 think they need more stretching, more foam rolling, or more “recovery work.” But if that tightness keeps coming back, it’s not the muscle. It’s a deeper issue. In this video, I’ll show you: • Why one-sided tightness keeps coming back • The real reason your lower back, hip, or shoulder feels “off” • How strength and stability imbalances create chronic tightness • Simple tests to identify the problem in your own body • The step-by-step way to fix it (without guessing) Because here’s the truth: If you don’t fix this, it doesn’t just stay annoying. It turns into injury. And for men over 40, that’s where progress stalls, workouts get frustrating, and things start breaking down. The good news? There’s a clear way to fix it. It starts by rebuilding your body the ...

The “AP” Strength Secret for faster workout “GAINZ”...?

Image
Are you over 40 and struggling to see muscle gains in the gym despite working hard? You're not alone, and the truth might surprise you! In this video, we'll expose a common misconception about building muscle and reveal the real 'secret' to faster, more effective gains. It's not about working harder, but smarter, using principles discovered by unlikely pioneers decades ago. Discover: 0:00 - The “AP” Strength Secret (Most Guys Miss This) 0:43 - The Question Every Lifter Asks 2:00 - The Real Strength Formula (Soviet Discovery) 2:53 - The Real Problem: Inconsistency 3:46 - What Is Autoregulation? (Simple Explanation) 4:25 - High Energy vs Low Energy Days (What to Do) 5:10 - Why This Leads to Faster Results 5:49 - How Do You Create Load Variability? 6:49 - How to Apply This to Your Training If you've been working out for years and feel like you've hit a plateau, this video offers a fresh perspective based on proven methods. Stop wasting your effort and start m...

HARD Workouts…?

Image
Combine Cuban Programming + Double Kettlebell Complexes For Faster Results Here: https://cart.chasingstrength.com/hard3b Are you a man over 40 looking to maximize your strength and build muscle without injury? Many make a common mistake: training too hard, all the time. But there's a time and a place for intense workouts, and knowing when to push can transform your results. In this video, we reveal the biggest workout mistake men over 40 often make and how to avoid it. We'll also dive into one of the most effective and challenging workouts you can do for strength and hypertrophy: Double Kettlebell Complexes. Learn how to properly execute double kettlebell cleans and presses for maximum benefit and discover why these complexes are a game-changer for older lifters who want to build a resilient, powerful physique. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 HARD Workouts…? (The Real Problem) 0:24 When HARD Training Actually Makes Sense 0:41 The HARDEST Workouts You Can Do 0:55 Example Complex (Why It’s Bru...

What do you think about adding a Squat to the Clean and Press?

Image
Use this for “just” Clean + Presses that you can add some Squats on to the end. https://salutis.kartra.com/page/oggiant Use this to train both equally for strength. https://go.chasingstrength.com/kettlebell-maximorum-e/ And if you want a conditioning challenge that will also peel off some body fat and add some muscle in the same training cycle? Pick one of these. https://cart.chasingstrength.com/hard3b Whether you're looking to maximize your strength, improve technique, or simply understand the best practices for kettlebell training, this discussion will provide valuable insights. 0:00 Introduction: The Kettlebell Clean & Press Squat Question 0:18 WHY would you even add a squat? 1:17 5 reasons NOT to add a squat 3:00 BUT… what if you want to do it? 3:10 6 smarter ways to program it 6:24 Stop training randomly Don't forget to like this video, subscribe for more kettlebell training tips, and leave your thoughts in the comments below! What's your take on the kettlebell cl...

Soviet Scientists Found the Best Time to Train - But There's a Catch For Guys Over 40

Image
🔗 https://chasingstrength.com/which-kettlebell-workout-program-is-right-for-me/ Is there actually a best time of day to train if you want better results? Soviet Olympic lifting coaches thought so. They tracked performance, strength output, and recovery—and came to a very clear conclusion about when you should train. But here’s the problem… That “optimal” time doesn’t work for most men over 40. In this video, I break down: What the Soviets discovered about peak strength times What I’ve personally tested over 30+ years of training Why your schedule matters more than “perfect timing” How to structure your training day for consistency (not burnout) Because at this stage of life, the goal isn’t just better workouts… It’s showing up consistently enough to actually see results. ⏱️ WHAT YOU’LL LEARN The two “peak performance” windows identified by Soviet research Why mornings, lunch, and evenings all have different training advantages The biggest mistake guys over 40 make when trying to “opti...

The Most IMPORTANT Free Training Tool for Men over 40…?

Image
Here’s a challenging training program for setting PRs that uses RPE. 🔗 https://go.chasingstrength.com/kettlebell-maximorum-e/ Most men over 40 don’t have a motivation problem. They have a measurement problem. They’re following percentages that don’t match the body they brought into the gym that day. And then they wonder why: Their lifts stall Their joints start barking And their progress disappears Here’s the truth: The program on paper doesn’t know how you slept. It doesn’t know your stress levels. It doesn’t know how beat up you feel. It just says: 80% 85% 90% And after 40… that stops working. Because the gap between a good day and a bad day gets wider. That’s where most guys get stuck. They keep forcing weights that don’t match reality And slowly grind themselves into plateaus or injuries This is why I use RPE. Not because it’s trendy. Because it works. RPE adjusts the load to the lifter Instead of forcing the lifter to match the load So instead of guessing… You train with the righ...

The "Forgotten" Strength Method?

Image
Kettlebell MAXIMORUM: https://go.chasingstrength.com/kettlebell-maximorum-e/ Exercises: Double Clean + Press, Double Front Squat, Single Snatch 4 days a week 20–30 minutes per day 12 weeks long (2x 6-week cycles) ‘THE GIANT X’: https://salutis.kartra.com/page/giant-x Exercises: Double Clean + Press, Double Clean + Push Press, See-Saw Press 3 days a week 20–30 minutes a day 3 programs – 8 weeks each ‘THE GIANT’: https://salutis.kartra.com/page/oWP219 Exercises: Double Clean + Press, Single Clean + Press 3 days a week 20–30 minutes a day 5 programs – 4 weeks each The King-Sized Killer: https://cart.chasingstrength.com/ksk2 Exercises: Single Snatch 3 days a week 20 minutes per day 3 programs – varying durations: 1.0 (9 weeks), 2.0 (9 weeks), 3.0 (4 weeks) If you're over 40 and not getting stronger… this is why. And it’s not your effort. You’re using a method that worked when you were 16… and expecting it to work the same way now. It won’t. Most men are still training like this: 3x...