Resources
One of the difficulties with fitness is not a lack of information - but rather an unending flood of unorganized or contradictory information. Here are some resources that I find palatable, simple, and helpful. If it's on this list, it's worth your time to watch or read.
Articles
- Beginner Health and Fitness Guide Liam Rosen ↗
A great all-encompassing write-up. If you have a question about fitness, it's likely answered in this somehow.
- Iron and the Soul Henry Rollins ↗
A love letter to the weight room. Read this.
- This Too Shall Pass Craig Weller ↗
A reflection on life, impermanence, and regret.
- The 1st Noble Truth of the Barbell: Life is Suffering Chaz Franke ↗
Draws parallels between Buddhist teachings and difficulties presented within the weight room.
- Training and Discipline Mark Rippetoe ↗
A discussion on training, attention, focus, and exertion.
Programs
YouTube channels
- Jeremy Ethier ↗
Informative, science-focused, great visuals. Exceptional resource for newer lifters.
- Jeff Nippard ↗
Also incredibly science-focused. Sometimes nitpicky, but overall a fantastic resource.
- Alexander Bromley ↗
Mostly strength focused. Great metaphors/analogies. Does his own drawings, and explains things well.
- Layne Norton ↗
Nutritional focus, very consistent with views and always backed with data.
- Sebastian Oreb ↗
Sebastian is great at putting things simply and emphasizing WHAT we should be focusing on. He coaches some VERY strong folks.