QUESTION: Hey John, great video about pistols! just wondering, I’m 6 foot 3 inches tall, and can’t for the life of me do a bodyweight deep squat, and keep my HEELS on the ground – they always rise. You show good form here and just wondering how tall are you? And any tips to get […]
Most traditional leg strength exercises work in one or two planes of motion. It is rare to find a leg strength exercise that covers all planes of motion. I have seen some excellent leg strength adaptations from practicing the Four Corner Balance Drill (4CBD) regularly – and I especially like it because it builds strong
For this Friday, when I like to post something a little different or just for fun, I have someone very special to introduce to you. My wife and I got a puppy a couple weeks ago. His name is Nakodo’s Warrior’s Friend ‘Ronin.’ Ronin will be 12 weeks old this weekend. He is a male
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The single leg squat (AKA pistol) is not a very popular exercise. This may be because it is very difficult to perform, technically and physically. It not only requires sufficient skill to execute, but also a body that is free from restrictions. If an athlete has any imbalances or excessive chains of tension, the single
This question comes up a lot, and my answer is not what you might expect… How Much Time Should I Spend Exercising by John Sifferman
Tuesday Q+A: How Much Time Should I Spend Exercising? by John Sifferman Read More »
