Strength athletes, specifically powerlifters, weightlifters, and strongman athletes train to perform incredible feats of strength and power. At every level of the sport, there are athletes who train smart, and those who don't. There are a lot of factors that influence this between social media, bad methodology, bad coaching, and a lack of knowledge in regards to training and recovery. There are three components to programming that are often missing in training that could help

We are one month into 2026 and we are hitting that penultimate point where we are either going to follow through with our health/fitness goals or start to fall out of sync. Here are the three best ways you can keep yourself in the long game this year and crush those goals! 1 - MAKE A PLAN So you've made your goals, and sure - you made a plan too. How is that plan going? Is it easy to stick to? Do you find yourself missing aspects of your plan on a frequent basis and trying to

Running looks simple — one foot in front of the other. But in reality, it’s a complex skill that requires rhythm, coordination, and efficiency. Too many runners chase mileage or pace without addressing how they move. The result? Slower times, plateaus, and injuries that keep coming back to haunt them. Learning to move well is the key to unlocking sustainable performance. Why Running Form Matters More Than You Think Every stride is a small plyometric event — poor mechanics ca

Most lifters only think about physical therapy when something hurts. But waiting for pain before you address movement inefficiencies or mobility issues is like waiting for your check engine light before doing maintenance — you’re already behind. At Function Reforged, we see PT as part of your training system , not just injury rehab. The goal isn’t to fix broken athletes — it’s to build resilient ones. Why PT Before Injury? Physical therapy helps you find weak links before the