New Ligaments?

http://www.nytimes.com/2007/03/29/sports/29stem.html?ex=1332907200&en=61d136bccedab326&ei=5124&partner=digg&exprod=digg

Printable GI




http://www.mendosa.com/glycemic_index.pdf

http://www.extension.iastate.edu/Publications/N3450.pdf

Size Doesn't Always Matter!

Intensity, Pride and Heart!

Gametime baby.

Serge Redding - Simply Amazing!

Dave Osman

One of the most insane displays of grip strength ever filmed.

Prison Powerlifting

Lifting in prison
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Got Hops?

Folic Acid

Check out this interesting story:

http://news.independent.co.uk/uk/health_medical/article2165466.ece

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Bravery

I was riding into work this morning, listening to Stern on Sirius and I actually started to tear up.

Yeah, I said it!

Howard was talking about this father of two (his daughters were with him!), who courageously dove onto a complete stranger who, after having a seizure, stumbled down onto the tracks in the subway tunnel. The hero covered the man up so he wouldn’t get run over by the train! The train cleared both men by inches and both were saved.

When the train had gotten to a stop, he yelled up to, “Tell my daughters I am OK!”

This man, on his way to work, displayed a level of bravery few possess, unselfishly to save someone he didn’t know. Makes me proud to be a man. Makes me proud to be a father.

Click here for the full story


Smitty
The Diesel Crew

The Human Spirit is Boundless

Imagine instantly changing the direction of your life? Your job, your goals, your direction...your life.

Read this cool article:

http://www.wired.com/wired/archive/15.01/ultraman.html

Smitty
The Diesel Crew

Wired NextFest Infrared X-ray Machine

Live at the WIRED NextFest at the Jacob Javitz center in New York City, an Infrared X-ray Machine displays your vessels and muscle directly on top of your skin by just moving your body under the beam. Get the latest on trends and technology in the strength field here at the Diesel Blog! Smitty The Diesel Crew

A Christmas Story

I still love that movie. I must have watched it over 100 times over the years. From everyone here at Diesel, we hope that you have a great Holiday and get to spend a ton of time with your family!

Smitty

The Diesel Crew

Vasily Alekseev

First one to do what was thought to be impossible! Amazing video!

Amazing Courage!

I was watching TV tonight and came across a show on the Discovery Channel. Surgery Saved My Life! They were profiling extreme spinal surgery and they profiled two kids. Two kids who were the bravest kids I have ever seen. So innocent and so full of life. These kids had terrible twisted spines - the worst, as bad as you could ever imagine. The one young boy, they said, had likely contracted polio as an infant, which demolished his spine over 10 years.

The group who did these surgeries was FOCUS, founded by a Dr. Bewagi (sp?). This guy was a Saint! I couldn't find the website, but if you do - DONATE to it - and send me the link! You really get to see how amazing modern technology is, and how far it has come.

The fear in their eyes before their surgery was horrible. But they were so brave and just wanted to have a better life. Their stories really inspired me.

Go home, kiss your kids and your wife and be thankful for all your blessings!

Smitty
The Diesel Crew

Don't Miss the Point!

Check out this recent news story.

http://news.yahoo.com/s/livescience/20061128/sc_livescience/newadvicedontsitupstraight

They're missing the point! GET THE HELL OUT OF THE CHAIR! GET MOVING!

If you have to sit for long durations, get up every 20 minutes or so and perform some quick mobility drills, reach over head or take a walk!

Smitty
The Diesel Crew

PS Chaos is coming!

Get Your Balance On!

This video is one of the most impressive displays of balance and kinesthetic awareness I have ever seen. Renowned strength coach Jamie Hale posted this video of Rodney Mullen.


Smitty
The Diesel Crew

Are You Overtrained?

In my recent interview for RobertsonTrainingSytems.com website, I discussed how powerful of an indicator the hands are for determining your level of overtraining.

Here is the excerpt:

Remember the hands are a direct indicator of the CNS and subsequently can provide you with direct feedback of overtraining. Have you ever gone into the gym for a workout and the weights felt “cold” or you’re hands “hurt” when lifting the weights? This is an immediate red flag that you are overtrained.

My good friend Alwyn Cosgrove wrote to me after Mike's newsletter went out and he said "...that is exactly how I feel!" Alwyn's is going through a battle right now and his immunity is real low - BUT HE IS STILL TRAINING! He confirmed that the weights did feel cold to him.

Check out my hands after today's push / pull workout.





They're torn up - and really "tired." Check out this high volume workout....

We did:


1) Clean & Jerk

2) Push Press

3A) RDL

3B) Chest Supported Rows

4A) Incline Press

4B) Dips


After all the cleans and heavy RDL's - my hands were beat up. I NEED SOME RECOVERY! Contrast baths, good nutrition and some rest.

If the weights feel heavy or cold, or you just feel like you never warm up - you are probably overtrained! Take a day off!

Don't forget to check out the interview I did with Mike a while back - packed with a ton of information - Click Here.

Train smart, train hard,

Smitty

The Diesel Crew

Amazing Strength!

Check this out - talk about powerful relative strength. His grip is pretty good too :)



Smitty
The Diesel Crew