The School of HARDKNOX presented by HARDKNOX Strength & Performance

On this episode we speak on the topic of coaching and how it has evolved for us over the years. Coaching is an art to us in the field of exercise science and it is an on going learning process. Seeking to be great at what we do comes with a mindset that has to be cultivated. We as of many strength coaches are on that journey and we speak of some things that have helped us along the way. Everybody...

This episode 15 was fun! We gathered some questions from our listeners and picked the most common ones. We spend some time speak on different topics from gym to relationship to life stuff :) Really awesome mix of questions that opened up some good conversation. Thanks to those you participated! We will definitely do another. 

Episode 14 ! Wooohoooo :) Here we speak on the topic of programming and how you can use it to gain specific adaptation in the body. Whether it is strength you want, more power, or you want to run faster!, there are programs out there that can help you achieve that. But which one is the best?  #HARDKNOX #GETSTRETCHY #GETCOMFORTABLEBEINGUNCOMFORTABLE

Episode 13 highlights our opinion on recovering the body through several modalities and how the gains occur after we workout, not during. We also speak on our experience grinding it out as strength and conditioning coaches and what we think could help those up and coming trainers that may feel stuck. 

On this episode we highlight the CrossFit model of Mechanics. Consistency. Intensity. These three components are essential to taking fitness to the next level....safely. If you are in this for the long run, we would encourage y'all to practice this model. Mechanics are what we learn, we practice those mechanics until they become consistent, then we add the load (intensity when ready) There is no A...

We back from vacation and super excited to get back at it! This episode we speak a little on what we learned during vacation, how we got inspired by the culture, and a little bit on worry/complaining can negatively impact our lives. Good to be back, hope y'all enjoy! Peace.

EPISODE 10! This is a big one for us y'all:) Super grateful for all listeners and all the feedback received! In this episode we speak on some squat myths and give our perspective on it. We also share what GRIT is to us and how we saw tons of it this past competition. We continue to stay inspired by those around us and shout out to all who are DTF! (DOWN TO FITNESS)  #HARDKNOX #GETSTRETCHY #956 

The huff and puff that goes on during a workout is more than just you being tired. It is systems in the body working at full capacity! This feeling is spicy and makes us want to quit but learning how to control it can beneficial to your fitness. Lets learn how to tame the beast! 

We all squat, deadlift, and carry things all the time. As humans we will encounter obstacle's that challenge our mechanics. We usually pay more attention to these movements in the gym but they are around us all the time! We speak our opinions on these movements, give tips, and discuss how to improve these skills. #HK #GETSTRETCHY

Here we speak about how the Brownsville gym community made it through the pandemic and the lessons it showed us. We also give our opinions on youth training and how it can actually be very beneficial when done properly. 

On this episode we speak on accountability and how we can start to build awareness. Sometimes we can be blind to the way we act, what we say, our actions, and that can lead us down a road of being less likely to achieve our higher selves. We also touch up on the team comp (competition tips) and how to navigate through tough days in and outside of the gym.  #HK #HKFamilia #GETSTRETCHY

Episode 5 touches up on how the memorial day WOD went and how to recovery properly to make the week a little easier on the body. We also pay respect to the man himself Dr. K! We also touch up on what DOMS is and how we can control that.  #HARDKNOX #HKfamilia #GETSTRETCHY

This episode Coach Rod speaks on his experience with the team at the Sorinex live event. He touches up on some key moments that he took to heart and how the team bond grew. We also speak on intensity levels and how to vary that across the week to keep our bodies healthy and when it is ok to scale. Much love. Peace. #HARDKNOX #GETSTRECHY

On this episode we speak on the importance of mindset and how it can carry over into all aspects of life. We can have a big push in the gym but what about out in life? Can we learn to see things from a different perspective? We share some of our opinions on this topic along with tips on how it can be used to become a better human being from some of our own organic experiences. #HKfamilia #getstret...

This episode introduces the topic of culture. What is it? How is it established? How did HK culture begin?  We also shout out and recognize those in our community who are apart of the fitness culture and encourage them to continue the journey with us! 

Speaking on the importance of adjusting volume when training, highlighting the importance of recovering the body, different forms of care, and small intro on how Coach Max got his inspiration and found his passion for corrective exercise.