As Strongfirst quickly grows and more people get involved in our community of strength, I wanted to share some thoughts on our new standards and expectations.
First and foremost, the company name is Strongfirst. If strength training hasn't been a staple in your training diet then you might want to add that into the mix before attempting to certify in any of the courses. The standards are set high but are reasonable. If you don't plan on training for at least 6 months prior to a certification and you fail, it's your own fault. Sure, injuries happen but if you give yourself adequate time, you should be more than ready. If you have a nagging injury, get it fixed and start strength training. I love correctives as much as the next guy but if you move well and still can't press a 24k ( men
) then your corrective is pressing more. Don't let your "weak link" be strength.
I will also add that we have some incredibly smart, talented and humble coaches in our community. If you need some help, just ask. I won't speak for everybody but I am pretty sure they will lend a hand if asked.
Finally, I will add that strength is not all physical. Below might be my favorite definition.
STRONG
of great moral power, firmness, or courage: strong undertemptation.
Power to you!
First and foremost, the company name is Strongfirst. If strength training hasn't been a staple in your training diet then you might want to add that into the mix before attempting to certify in any of the courses. The standards are set high but are reasonable. If you don't plan on training for at least 6 months prior to a certification and you fail, it's your own fault. Sure, injuries happen but if you give yourself adequate time, you should be more than ready. If you have a nagging injury, get it fixed and start strength training. I love correctives as much as the next guy but if you move well and still can't press a 24k ( men
) then your corrective is pressing more. Don't let your "weak link" be strength.I will also add that we have some incredibly smart, talented and humble coaches in our community. If you need some help, just ask. I won't speak for everybody but I am pretty sure they will lend a hand if asked.
Finally, I will add that strength is not all physical. Below might be my favorite definition.
STRONG
of great moral power, firmness, or courage: strong undertemptation.
Power to you!
