Blogs

Strongman Training for Powerlifters: Bridging the Gap

October 17, 2023 |

Introduction: When you think of powerlifting, the first thing that comes to mind are images of heavy squats, bench presses, and deadlifts. But what if we ventured outside the confines of the squat rack and introduced some strongman flair? Inspired by multi sport athletes, lets dive into the side of...

Deadlift Tips with Peter Bremner PT.2

August 18, 2022 |

This week we will cover some more basics and accessories that I find beneficial for building up the deadlift. Each of us have different sticking points on the deadlift, some have bother with breaking the bar off the floor, for others the lift fails around the knee or at lockout. ...

Deadlift Tips With Peter Bremner

August 03, 2022 |

Not to be biased or anything but, the deadlift I believe is the ultimate test of strength. Like every lift, some of us love it and some of us hate it, especially when the progress slows or stops completely. You may like it or lump it, but the majority of...

Grip Strength, it’s more important than you think!

January 19, 2022 |

If to you grip strength is all about holding on to farmers walk handles then you are correct however there is more to it. Grip Strength is defined as how tightly you can hold something. It is defined as “the force applied by the hand to pull on or suspend...

BIGGEST Strongman Kit Bag?!

January 17, 2022 |

Strongman being the crazy sport it is requires A LOT of equipment to compete to your fullest potential, here Ken Nowicki (@KNStrongman) goes over what's been in his contest bag for the last 15 years as well as introduces you to the BRAND NEW Cerberus Competition Kit Bag!!

Three Easy Ways To Improve Your Deadlift

January 11, 2022 |

We've got three simple tips that will have you hitting bigger numbers on your deadlift in no time! No more touch and go (and definitely no bouncing) – when you do touch and go for your sets of reps on deadlift you are missing out a crucial part of...

Floss Bands: Their Benefits and How to Use Them

November 26, 2021 |

WHAT IS FLOSSING? Flossing is a method of soft tissue mobilization/manipulation using a CERBERUS floss band to apply compression during active or passive mobilization. The main purpose is to restore joint range of motion and separate matted down or injured tissue, to decrease muscle soreness and recovery time by promoting...

What is a Grip/Hip Halo, how do you use it?

May 22, 2020 |

What is a Halo? Our Hip Halo is a must have dynamic warmup device for your lower body in preparation for a lower body workout or any sports activity. The Hip Halo can also be used as a specific warm up for squats and deadlifts by doing air squats, good...

Sandbag Training Complexes

April 13, 2020 |

What Is a COMPLEX - to put simply it is when you performer a set range of reps of a given exercise them move straight in to the next exercise with the same weight/implement/body weight movement. Complexes can be use to increases strength, power, and proficiency of a movement or...

Sandbag Training At Home

March 27, 2020 |

With the UK and most other countries in lock down and being quarantined at home it is still important for you to keep your routine and part of that is working out. This is important for you mentally and physically. Now if you do not have a home gym then there...

Cerberus Throwing Sandbag

February 28, 2020 |

Throwing has long been a test of power and strength. With roots dating back centuries it is still popular today. Most notable in the Scottish Highland Games heavy events with the likes of Hammer throw, Shot Putt, Weight for Height and Weight for Distance and now has gained popularity within the...

Deadlifting with Chris Bridgeford

September 14, 2018 |

Join Cerberus athletes Chris Bridgeford and Ken Nowicki just minutes after Chris pulled a 904lb conventional deadlift. This makes him one of the few people to pull 900lb and above both sumo and conventional. In their discussion they talk about the importance of listening to your body during training, how...