News•Mar 9, 2026
Mastering the Bench Press: A Breakdown of Four Essential Cues
The article outlines four biomechanically‑driven cues to improve bench press performance: squeezing the pinkies, driving elbows out, pushing the floor away, and pulling the chest up. Each cue targets a specific phase of the lift, from grip stability to leg drive and chest positioning. By integrating these cues, lifters can increase bar speed, reduce injury risk, and meet competition standards. The guide serves as a practical checklist for athletes seeking measurable strength gains.
By EliteFTS – Education
News•Mar 7, 2026
Mastering the 'Tall and Wide' Posture: A Beginner’s Guide to Loaded Carries
Loaded carries are presented as a postural resistance tool rather than a simple transport exercise, emphasizing total‑body rigidity under load. The "Tall and Wide" cue system—head up, shoulders spread, pelvis neutral—creates a stacked, pillar‑like structure that maximizes spinal alignment. Variations...
By EliteFTS – Education
News•Mar 5, 2026
The Beginner Strongman Program by Matt Mills
Matt Mills, a veteran strongman coach, released a 16‑week Beginner Strongman Program aimed at newcomers and first‑time competitors. The plan features basic barbell lifts, event‑specific drills, and accessory work, with a mid‑program deload and optional post‑program deload for recovery. Progression...
By EliteFTS – Education
News•Mar 3, 2026
The Iron Mindset: Navigating the Mental Battlefield of Major Injury Recovery
The article explores the psychological battlefield elite lifters face after major injuries, emphasizing that physical healing alone is insufficient without a structured mental strategy. It outlines an identity shift from performance‑based self‑worth to broader personal value and introduces the “Spiral...
By EliteFTS – Education
News•Mar 2, 2026
The Elitefts Indoor Sled: How to Get Real Sled Work Done Without Wrecking Your Floor
Elitefts introduced the Indoor Sled with Strap, a compact, plate‑loaded sled designed for indoor surfaces such as carpet, rubber, and turf. Priced at $89.97, the sled offers a floor‑friendly alternative to traditional metal sleds, eliminating abrasion and storage hassles. The...
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News•Mar 2, 2026
A Beginner's Guide to Building Bulletproof Knees
The article introduces a step‑by‑step system for building "bulletproof" knees by embracing the knees‑over‑toes position rather than avoiding it. It blends Louie Simmons’ concentric sled‑drag techniques with Charles Poliquin’s eccentric reverse step‑up methodology, culminating in chain‑loaded squats that match the athlete’s...
By EliteFTS – Education
News•Feb 27, 2026
Train Your Ass Off 2026
Train Your Ass Off (TYAO) is launching 2‑3 intensive coaching events in 2026, targeting serious lifters who want rapid technical breakthroughs. The two‑day, small‑group format delivers hands‑on feedback on fundamentals like bracing, programming, and intensity, with attendees claiming more progress...
By EliteFTS – Education