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Sue C.
Looking for a big, sparkling gym with all the bells and whistles, nice bathrooms, and the latest equipment? Grinder is not it… keep moving. Looking for a true iron shop where people care more about true fitness and goals than vanity and strutting around in the hottest workout gear? This just might be your place.…
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Deangelo B.
Dave is an awesome guy and runs a great gym. Was a member during the pandemic and was still able to go despite most gyms being shut down. This gym has great camaraderie, the atmosphere is dope and the equipment is extensive and fit for any type of athlete. Although I don’t go here anymore…
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Logan L.
It’s a lifting mecca. They have everything you’ve ever seen online: all the powerlifting and strongman. The huge outdoor area is legit one of the coolest places to lift I’ve ever seen. Plus they got all the energy drinks and more for purchase.
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Grip Training Basics: Building Strength, Endurance, and Performance
Grip training is one of the most overlooked yet essential aspects of strength training and athletic performance. A strong grip not only enhances performance in the gym and sports but also contributes to injury prevention, functional strength, and daily activities. Whether you’re a powerlifter, strongman competitor, bodybuilder, or athlete, improving your grip strength translates to…
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Forearm Training Basics: Muscles, Exercises, and Effective Training Strategies
Your forearms are the unsung heroes of strength training, playing a pivotal role in grip strength, wrist stability, and overall upper-body power. Whether you’re deadlifting heavy, controlling a barbell in a press, or maintaining endurance in high-rep sets, your forearm strength determines how well you execute these movements. For armwrestlers, climbers, powerlifters, and mostly athletes…
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The Lexicon of Terms Used by Strength Coach Josh Bryant
Josh Bryant, a renowned strength coach, powerlifting champion, author, and all-around great guy, has developed a unique lexicon of training terms, methodologies, and cues that he frequently uses in his coaching and educational materials. Below is a sample of key terms and concepts associated with Josh Bryant’s coaching philosophy: Strength Training Terms Used by Josh…
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Understanding the Difference: Sport-Specific Training vs. Strength and Conditioning
In the pursuit of peak athletic performance, athletes often navigate various training methods designed to enhance their physical abilities. Two widely recognized approaches are sport-specific training and strength and conditioning. Although these two methodologies intersect in some areas, they have distinct purposes and applications. This article aims to clarify the differences between sport-specific training and…
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Beginner’s Guide to Healthy Habits
When it comes to improving your health, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by the sheer number of things you could do. Should you overhaul your diet, start working out six days a week, drink green juice every morning, or dive into meditation? The truth is, trying to change everything at once is often a recipe…
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Ruck Challenges
Are you ready to test your limits, build mental and physical toughness, and join a supportive community of like-minded individuals? Welcome to Grinder Gym’s Online Ruck Challenges, designed to push you to achieve more than you thought possible, all from wherever you are. What Is a Ruck Challenge? Rucking is more than just walking with…
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Pushing Your Limits: Functional Overreaching for Grip Strength
Functional Overreaching (FOR) isn’t just for squats, deadlifts, or bench press, it can be strategically applied to grip strength training as well. Whether you’re a strongman, powerlifter, rock climber, or tactical athlete, grip strength is a critical and often underdeveloped component of overall performance. A dedicated FOR phase for grip can result in measurable gains…
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Pushing Your Limits: Functional Overreaching for Strength Athletes
Functional Overreaching (FOR) is a short-term, high-intensity training strategy that intentionally pushes the body past its normal capacity to induce a powerful rebound effect. While often misunderstood or misapplied, FOR is a well-supported training method that, when properly executed, can lead to superior adaptations in strength, hypertrophy, and performance. This article will explore the science…
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Armwrestling
Armwrestling is a contest between two opponents facing off against each other with their bent elbows placed on a table and their hands firmly gripped as they attempt to force their opponent’s hand down. Anyone can armwrestle, but not everyone is an armwrestler. If you have an interest is seeing the sport or learning how…
