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Aaron Fick

Aaron Fick is a strength coach, specializing in the barbell. After his service in the U.S. Army, as a heavy platform artilleryman, he began coaching everyone from special-forces operators to Division-I athletes. Aaron is continually working to spread the fundamental truth of health and performance in barbell strength training. Follow Aaron Fick on Facebook

Training Workouts

Can YOU Pass the New Army Fitness Test?

How to Train for the ACFT

August 22, 2019June 10, 2022

Tip: The Right Reps for the Right Equipment

Choose rep ranges like this to organize your training for better gains.

December 4, 2017August 18, 2019

Tip: How to Make the Most Newbie Gains

New to lifting? Here are some common mistakes to avoid and a simple plan for getting strong.

October 24, 2017August 18, 2019

The 3 Stages of Real Strength Training

The Training Volume Secret

October 11, 2017April 14, 2022