Additional Workouts & Drills to Build Strength
Main lifts build the base, but these accessory drills and movements are what keep you injury-free and explosive. This is how we sharpen your mechanics.
I'm not a coach who just focuses on leg size; I focus on leg strength. This video explains how to use tempo back squats, with a slow descent and a pause at the bottom, to build serious strength. This is a golden exercise for athletes.
Want to improve your deadlift? Add banded deadlifts to your routine. The variable resistance from the bands forces your posterior chain to work harder and helps reinforce proper technique, especially under heavy loads.
Here are some essential exercises for a stronger midsection. This includes movements like kettlebell Russian twists and bicycle crunches to build a solid, functional core.
Plyometrics training is key for increasing power and speed. This video shows three easy exercises to start with, including split jumps, which are great for developing explosive leg power.
About Additional Workouts & Drills
If your squat has hit a plateau, don't just add more weight—change the tempo. I use 2-second descents and 4-second holds at the bottom to build real, honest stability. It’s not just about muscle size; it’s about owning the movement under pressure, and that's the difference between lifting heavy and lifting safely.
Many people think CrossFit is just the big Olympic lifts and metcons. The truth is, the real gains happen in the accessories. These drills—like banded deadlifts, plyometrics, and specific midsection work—are the building blocks of athletic longevity.
When we do Banded Deadlifts, we aren't just adding resistance; we are training your posterior chain to handle variable loads. This forces your nervous system to stay tight and protects your form as you approach your one-rep max.
For Plyometrics, I focus on depth jumps and split jumps to activate fast-twitch muscle fibers. If you are a runner, cricketer, or just want to be more explosive, these movements are non-negotiable.
We also prioritize core stability with exercises like weighted dead bugs and kettlebell Russian twists. I’m not interested in 'abs for show'—I want a functional midsection that acts as a bridge between your upper and lower body. Every session in my gym uses these drills to fix imbalances before we ever load the barbell.
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