Dan Lopez, MS, CSCS

04/05/2026

May the 4th be with you

03/05/2026

April '26 photo dump

11/04/2026

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16/03/2026

Off-season = opportunity. Learn how to stay motivated, set meaningful goals, and get more out of low-volume training periods in our latest blog: How to Stay Motivated During the Off-Season or Low-Volume Training Periods. Practical tips for athletes and coaches to build long-term gains when volume drops. Read now: https://wix.to/Dt9FPWK

The off-season is where real athletic development happens. Learn how to stay motivated, set meaningful goals, and maximize low-volume training periods.

11/03/2026

Heavy sessions build strength; recovery builds progress. Ready to make your mini-off days count? Check out practical strategies for smart active rest, sleep optimization, nutrition timing, and low-impact movement to come back stronger. Read more: https://wix.to/GMT3dkJ

09/03/2026

Ready to hit a new PR? 💪 Our latest blog breaks down how to prepare for a strength test; from programming and recovery to mental strategies, so your next attempt is smart, not just hard. Read the full guide: https://wix.to/qfDTlfp

Key tips: taper properly, prioritize sleep and nutrition, and use mental rehearsal to stay calm under the bar. What lift are you chasing next?

Attempting a new personal record requires more than just effort. Learn how to properly prepare for a strength test with programming, recovery, and mental strategies.

02/03/2026

Preventable injuries don’t have to derail your progress. Read our quick guide to the most common strength-training injuries and practical ways to protect your back, shoulders, knees, and hamstrings so you can keep training strong: https://wix.to/5j4Zcgs

Key tips inside: technique cues, mobility checks, and programming adjustments.

Strength training builds resilience; but poor technique and programming can lead to preventable injuries. Learn the most common strength-training injuries and proven strategies to protect your back, shoulders, knees, and hamstrings while continuing to train at a high level.

23/02/2026

Strong training doesn’t happen in a vacuum; it’s built with the right partners, a knowledgeable coach, and a supportive community. Discover practical ways to create an environment that fuels progress and long-term performance. Read more: https://wix.to/qv7vxrv

A supportive training environment can make or break athletic development. Learn how partners, coaches, and community shape long-term strength and performance.

17/02/2026

Strength isn’t just physical; it’s a mindset. Discover practical mindset shifts that build resilience, discipline, and long-term performance for athletes and professionals in our latest blog post. Read more: https://wix.to/ITcuExW

Key takeaways: growth-focused goals, consistent habits, reframing setbacks, and intentional recovery. Share if this resonates and tag someone who needs to see it.

Strength isn’t just physical. Discover the mindset shifts that build resilience, discipline, and long-term performance in athletes and professionals.

10/02/2026

Athletes often rush the lowering phase of a lift.

That’s where performance is built.

Eccentric control improves deceleration, strengthens tendons, reinforces position, and unlocks greater concentric power.

Teach athletes to manage force — not just produce it.

If you coach or train competitors, this is a must. Link Below!

https://www.lopezstrength.com/post/eccentric-training-for-strength-and-control

Eccentric training teaches athletes to absorb force, improve movement control, and unlock greater strength. Here’s how to program it effectively.