SSB (Safety Squat Bar) JM Press
Discover the Safety Squat Bar JM Press, a foolproof tricep exercise that builds massive bench press strength while eliminating the technical difficulties of traditional JM Press variations. This powerful movement allows heavy loading with perfect form, making it essential for powerlifters seeking to break through plateaus and develop impressive tricep strength.
Front Loaded SSB Step Up
Discover the Front Loaded SSB Step Up, an innovative single-leg exercise that transforms traditional step ups by utilizing a safety squat bar across the front of your body for improved posture and strength development. This comprehensive guide details proper execution techniques, optimal box height selection, and specific programming strategies for strength, hypertrophy, and athletic performance, providing you with a versatile lower body movement that delivers superior results with less soreness than conventional single-leg alternatives.
NEWS: Brandon Smitley Interview on the Northwest Strength Science Podcast
Recently I had the pleasure to sit down with Christopher Evans of the Northwest Strength Science Podcast and talk shop. It was a pleasure of him to offer me a great opportunity and pass on some of my thoughts on the health, fitness, strength and conditioning, and personal training fields. We talked about my article,…
Five Things I’ve Learned Training Clients at a College Rec
For those of you that are unaware, I recently have been training clients out of a college recreation center, specifically Indiana State University. I completed my Master’s at ISU, and when I saw they had a job position open for a personal trainer, I opted to apply. Upon receiving an interview, I was offered the…










