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My Name is Josh Hezza.
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I am a strength coach, personal trainer, writer, commentator and competitive strongman.
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For over a decade I have been dedicated to the practice of strengthening minds, bodies and spirits.
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Josh Hezza
11 hours ago17 min read
Should You Deadlift Like KK (Konstantin Konstantinovs)?
Konstantinovs’ brutal deadlift training built raw strength, but few can survive it. Adapt the best parts—ditch the burnout.
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Josh Hezza
6 days ago13 min read
Sam Byrd: An Overlooked Great, The Resurgence of Raw Powerlifting & What Lifters Can Learn From Him Today
Sam Byrd built record-breaking squats using submaximal loads, Compensatory Acceleration Training, and avoiding traditional max effort lifts.
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Josh Hezza
Feb 198 min read
Strength Without Weakness: Identifying and Fixing Your Biggest Lifting Limitations
Fix weak points in powerlifting & strongman with targeted training, mobility, recovery, & mindset. Train smarter, not just harder. 💪
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Josh Hezza
Feb 1219 min read
The Right Tool for the Job: Specialty Bars for Strongman & Powerlifting
Specialty bars improve strength, stability & reduce injury risk in strongman & powerlifting. Train smarter—explore coaching today!
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Josh Hezza
Feb 115 min read
Struggling to Get Stronger? Here’s the Fix: Stop Wasting Time & Follow a Training Plan That Actually Works
🚀 Stop second-guessing your training. Get brutally strong with structured, proven programmes for strongman & powerlifting. #StrengthTrainin
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Josh Hezza
Feb 915 min read
Bouncing Back: What to Do After a Disappointing Competition Performance in Strongman, Powerlifting, and Weightlifting
Competition didn’t go your way? Learn why you failed, how to recover, and whether it’s time to change coaches. Train smarter, not harder. 💪
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Josh Hezza
Feb 85 min read
The Super Simple Off-Season DIY Program You'll Wish You'd Known About Years Ago
A 3-day rotating off-season program for strength athletes—build power, avoid burnout, and coach yourself. Smarter training, better results!
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Josh Hezza
Feb 716 min read
The Bulgarian Approach to Weightlifting and Why You Shouldn’t F*ing Do It for Powerlifting and Strongman Programming
The Bulgarian Method pushed athletes to max out daily, relying on PEDs and extreme selection. Unsustainable for most lifters—train smarter!
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Josh Hezza
Feb 79 min read
Not Just for Show: How to Actually Train Your Abs for Strength & Performance
Abs aren’t just for looks—they’re the foundation of strength. Train them with bracing, overload & stability, not endless crunches
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Josh Hezza
Feb 613 min read
You're (Probably) Not Made of Glass: Strengthening the Lower Back
Your lower back isn’t fragile—it needs strength, not fear. Learn how smart training builds resilience, prevents injury, and boosts performan
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Josh Hezza
Feb 46 min read
Peaking for a Powerlifting Meet: Methods & Strategies for Optimal Performance
Master your powerlifting peak with proven strategies! Learn how to time intensity, volume & recovery for optimal meet-day performance. 💪🔥
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Josh Hezza
Jan 306 min read
Going to War with the Straight Bar Back Squat
Overuse of the straight bar in squats leads to joint stress & limited gains. Specialty bars & box squats build strength, longevity, & perfor
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Josh Hezza
Jan 277 min read
Steroids, Body Image, and UK Drug Policy: A Contemporary Analysis
Exploring steroid use in the UK: cultural, psychological, and policy factors. Proposes reforms to tackle health risks and societal pressures
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Josh Hezza
Jan 237 min read
Analysing my 2019 Training Log: Max Effort and Dynamic Effort Choices
A deep dive into my 2019 training log—max effort & dynamic effort choices, injury setbacks, and lessons on adaptability in Conjugate trainin
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Josh Hezza
Jan 2119 min read
The Efficacy of Powerlifting for Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Management
Powerlifting, especially using the adaptable Conjugate Method, can improve strength, stability, and quality of life for individuals with EDS
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Josh Hezza
Jan 158 min read
Squat Variations for Strongman and Powerlifting Success
I highlight the versatility of squat variations, such as box squats, front squats, and safety bar squats, for building strong...
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Josh Hezza
Jan 137 min read
Why Strongman Competitors Should Bench Press: Unlocking Upper Body Strength for Overhead Success
Strongman athletes need to bench press! It builds pressing power, stability & mass for better overhead strength. Don’t neglect it! #Strongma
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Josh Hezza
Jan 126 min read
Building the Deadlift without Deadlifting - Part 2 - The Programs
Build a stronger deadlift without deadlifting! Two programs—Conjugate & Linear—target key muscles for strength & power. #Conjugate #Strength
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Josh Hezza
Dec 27, 20246 min read
Log press: Key programming considerations everyone else overlooks
Dominate the log press with strategic programming, strength development, and proper technique. Train smart, press strong, and win big.
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Josh Hezza
Dec 20, 20246 min read
Why Your Bench Press Numbers Might Suck Despite Solid Technique
Stuck on your bench press despite good technique? Build muscle, train weak points, add speed work & fix frequency to break through. #Strengt
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