Apr 28, 2026
In this episode of Beast over Burden, hosts Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson sit down with Jonathan Sullivan — known to many as “Sully” — to discuss why barbell training for longevity is one of the most powerful tools for improving quality of life as we age. Sully is the co-author of The Barbell Prescription and...
Apr 21, 2026
What does strength training actually look like after 10, 20, or even 30+ years?
In this kickoff episode of our new series, Lifting for the Long Haul, hosts Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson introduce a collection of real stories from Barbell Logic clients and coaches who have committed to training across decades—not just...
Apr 14, 2026
Does strength training actually make athletes faster?
In this episode of Beast Over Burden, Niki Sims and Andrew Jackson break down why strength training makes athletes faster and more powerful than agility drills alone. They discuss new research comparing strength training to sprint, plyometric, and “functional”...
Apr 7, 2026
For decades, Jenny Hicks felt like she was always on a diet.
Like many people, she tried everything—low carb plans, restrictive programs, packaged diet foods, and extreme calorie cuts. The weight would come off for a while, but it always came back. After years of repeating the same cycle, Jenny wanted something...