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The Force–Velocity Curve: The Strength Secret No One Really Explains Properly
The Force–Velocity Curve isn’t just theory—it’s the roadmap to explosive, dominant strength. Most lifters don’t use it. You will
Josh Hezza
6 hours ago18 min read
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From OG to 2.0: Why the New Conjugate Strongman Program is a Whole New Beast
Conjugate Strongman 2.0 is here—more weeks, smarter structure, and battle-tested upgrades. Stronger, sharper, better. 💪
Josh Hezza
7 hours ago2 min read
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9 Weeks to a Bigger Deadlift Without Deadlifting: The No-Pull Pulling Program
Build your deadlift without pulling a single rep. 9 weeks of Conjugate lower body training to boost strength, power & resilience.
Josh Hezza
1 day ago5 min read
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The Second Session Secret: How 15–30 Minutes Can Transform Your Strength (Extra Workouts)
Extra workouts build recoverable volume, fix weak points, and train recovery itself. Simple, strategic, and still overlooked.
Josh Hezza
2 days ago17 min read
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Bad day? How about a Good Morning? Applications for Powerlifting and Strongman
Punishing but powerful—the good morning builds strength where it matters. Here’s why strongman and powerlifters can’t afford to skip it.
Josh Hezza
3 days ago19 min read
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The Max Effort Method: Why You Should Be Maxing Weekly
Max effort training isn’t dangerous—it’s superior. Weekly maxing optimizes strength, keeps progress constant, and beats periodized weakness.
Josh Hezza
6 days ago13 min read
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The Vinegar Rinse - How to Stop Your Strength Gains from Going Rotten - Short-Term Gains vs. Long-Term Strength: Understanding Adaptation, Periodisation, and Sustainability
Strength doesn’t ‘rot’—it’s built & sustained with the right system. Stop losing gains. Train smart, stay strong year-round. #Conjugate
Josh Hezza
Mar 178 min read
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Perpetually Peaked, Permanently Weak: Why You’re Stuck in a Strength Rut
Peaking too often isn’t progress—it’s just maxing out. Build strength year-round, compete smart, and stop running in circles.
Josh Hezza
Mar 1713 min read
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The Warm-Up : Efficient, Effective, and Not an Hour Long
Warm up efficiently—prime strength, prevent injuries, and stop wasting time. Master the quickest, most effective warm-up strategies.
Josh Hezza
Mar 1514 min read
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It’s Not Just a Phase, Mom: General Physical Preparedness and Why Your Off-Season Isn’t a 'GPP Phase'
GPP isn’t an off-season phase—it’s a year-round foundation for strength, recovery, and injury prevention. Drop it, and you’ll break
Josh Hezza
Mar 147 min read
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Why Do People STILL Criticise the Conjugate Method? (And Why They’re Wrong)
Conjugate isn’t flawed—bad execution is. This article debunks myths, proves its raw lifting success, and shuts down outdated criticism
Josh Hezza
Mar 1315 min read
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Throwing Sandbags for Height: Strongman’s Ultimate Power Test
Master the sandbag throw for explosive power. Technique, programming, and alternatives—train smarter, throw higher. #Strongman
Josh Hezza
Mar 1210 min read
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The Answer Is Always in the Gym
"The answer is always in the gym" means real progress comes from training, self-experimentation, and problem-solving—not searching elsewhere
Josh Hezza
Mar 106 min read
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The Shoulder Survival Guide: Press Heavier, Hurt Less
Build pressing strength without wrecking your shoulders—smart programming, technique fixes, & rehab essentials for long-term gains. 💀🔥
Josh Hezza
Mar 817 min read
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Mastering the Atlas Stones: A Complete Guide to Technique, Training, and Safety - Part 1
Master the Atlas Stone lift with expert technique, strength drills, and smart programming. Train efficiently and dominate strongman events!
Josh Hezza
Mar 515 min read
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How to Set Up the Conjugate Method for MMA and Grappling
Conjugate for MMA: Get stronger, faster & more explosive without losing endurance. Smart S&C that supplements, not replaces, fight training.
Josh Hezza
Mar 47 min read
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9-Week Olympic Lifting & Push Press Strength Program: The Power of Conjugate Principles for Explosive Strength
Build explosive strength with a 9-week Conjugate Olympic lifting plan—max effort, dynamic waves, and proven Westside principles. 💥🏋️
Josh Hezza
Feb 265 min read
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How to Train for (Almost) Every Strongman Event Without Implements - Part 2
Part two covers unique strongman events, general event prep, and programming. Train smart, adapt, and get strong—without full equipment!
Josh Hezza
Feb 2310 min read
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How to Train for (Almost) Every Strongman Event Without Implements - Part 1
A near-complete guide to training for every strongman event without the implements. Adapt, train smart, and be ready for anything.
Josh Hezza
Feb 2323 min read
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The Conjugate Method for Beginners: How Powerlifters and Strongman Athletes Can Use It to Build Strength from Day One
Beginner lifters CAN use Conjugate! 💪 Learn how to adapt Max Effort, Dynamic Effort & RE work for powerlifting & strongman. 🚀 #StrengthTra
Josh Hezza
Feb 217 min read
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