The Art of Deload Weeks: When & Why to Back Off
By Coach Dan — Tri-State Training | Mindset. Movement. Memorable. One of the most misunderstood parts of long-term training is the deload. Too often, it’s seen as either a forced break or a wasted week. In reality, deloads—or what we sometimes call reload weeks—are one of the most important tools a coach has to keep […]
How to Program Training Blocks for Long-Term Strength Gains
By Coach Dan — Tri-State Training | Mindset. Movement. Memorable. Why the Best Strength Plans Aren’t Built Week-to-Week — They’re Built Across Seasons Designing a long-term strength plan isn’t about guessing what next week’s squat numbers should be. It’s about looking at the athlete in front of you — their history, capacity, goals, limitations, and […]
How to Train Around an Injury Without Losing Progress
By Coach Dan — Tri-State Training | Mindset. Movement. Memorable. Injury — or even just discomfort — is one of the fastest ways for an athlete to panic. Lifters worry about losing progress, losing strength, or losing momentum. Coaches worry about pushing too far or not pushing enough. But here’s the truth I want every […]