Category Archives: Training Plans

Conditioning is key but competition still requires practice

Posted on December 27, 2015 by Robert

Last weekend I had the opportunity to compete with several other alumni from Arizona State (8 of us in total) at the annual Maroon and Gold competition at Aspire in Chandler, AZ. It was a lot of fun to be … Continue reading →

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Underweight to Overweight

Posted on September 30, 2014 by Robert

For much of my life (especially after college when I stopped working out 15-20 hours per week) I have had trouble keeping weight on my body. I remember during a physical exam for a life insurance application years ago that … Continue reading →

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How I learned Free Standing Handstand Pushups

Posted on April 29, 2013 by Robert

I always thought it would be great to be able to do handstand pushups without needing a wall for support, but since it wasn’t a skill I could get credit for in a routine I never took the time to … Continue reading →

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The Power of Belief

Posted on April 20, 2013 by Robert

One of the most common topics I have fielded questions about is how to overcome mental blocks, asked by the gymnasts or the parents who are exasperated as they watch their child dealing with irrational fears (either conscious or unconscious … Continue reading →

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10 At Home Exercises on a Pullup Bar

Posted on May 10, 2012 by Robert

I have a “Perfect Pullup” pull-up bar in my bathroom doorway at home, I prefer it since it is securely attached with several screws on each side, as opposed to the kind which simply uses pressure against the doorframe to … Continue reading →

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