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Using AI in Barbell Strength Training
September 14, 2024
Explore how integrating AI into barbell strength training can revolutionize your workouts by offering personalized guidance, real-time motivation, and insightful analysis, while complementing rather than replacing expert coaching.
How strong am I? How do I work out my strength level?
September 13, 2024
Discover how to assess your strength level using the Big 5 compound lifts, personalized ratings, and other free tools from Strength Journeys.
The Power of Owning Your Lifting Data with Google Sheets
September 1, 2024
Take control of your strength journey by tracking your lifting data with Google Sheets. Discover why owning your workout history is essential for long-term progress and a simple spreadsheet enables autonomy.
How often should I test my one rep max?
August 10, 2024
Learn when and how to test your one-rep max (1RM) safely and effectively in strength training. Explore key guidelines on maxing out, safety tips, and optimizing performance during peak moments.
The Iron and the Soul | Henry Rollins
April 4, 2024
In this powerful essay, Henry Rollins reflects on his journey of self-discovery through weightlifting. Originally published in Details Magazine in 1994, the piece explores how physical training shapes both body and mind.
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The Magic Numbers of Strength: Iconic Milestones for Lifters
October 15, 2024
In the strength training world, certain numbers represent milestones that hold a special allure..
What is the Difference Between Strength Training and Resistance Training?
September 30, 2024
Strength vs. Resistance Training: Discover why barbells are your best weapon against fragility and age.
Tracking Big Picture Progress: How to Use the Strength Visualizer
September 26, 2024
The Strength Visualizer provides a clear, long-term view of your lifting progress, helping you track estimated 1-rep maxes, spot trends, and predict future performance for competitions.
Strength Training for Beginners: Understanding Key Phrases like 1RM, PR, RPE, and More
September 16, 2024
All the key lifting phrases that beginners and new lifters should be aware of.
Why It's Good to Be a Barbell Weirdo
September 12, 2024
Celebrate your barbell passion and own it.
Getting the Most out of the Strength Journeys PR Analyzer
September 3, 2024
How the PR Analyzer gets your stronger.
How do I calculate my E1RM (estimated one rep max)?
September 1, 2024
Uncover the ancient, top-secret formulae that finally reveal how much you can really lift for one epic rep.
Why Gym Music Matters
September 1, 2024
Discover how the right playlist can boost your mental focus, improve your lifts, and keep you motivated for the long haul. Click to find out why gym music matters and how to choose the perfect soundtrack for your workouts.
Should Runners Do Strength Training?
September 1, 2024
Why runners need to do strength training.
What is an E1RM (Estimated One Rep Max)?
September 1, 2024
Ready to find out who really runs the gym? Your estimated one rep max (1RM) holds the answer, helping you lift with confidence, track your gains, and settle who's strongest.
