Advanced Strength and Speed Strategies

$500 OFF. THROUGH OCTOBER 1.

SFL is coming to Minneapolis.

Three days under the bar.

Technical precision. Proven principles. Higher standards.

📍 Minneapolis, MN
📅 May 14–16, 2027

Launch Price: Save $500 through October 1.

Earn your SFL.

BECOME STRONGER. PERIOD.
SFL Barbell Instructor Certification
MINNEAPOLIS · MAY 14–16, 2027

REGISTRATION OPENS AUGUST 17
SAVE $500 · 45-Day Launch Pricing

Always a student.

A quick dissertation update:

✅ Chapter 2 is complete.
📖 Chapter 3 is underway.
✍️ Three research articles are in progress and will be ready for publication once my dissertation is accepted.

My PhD research in Exercise Science is focused on one question:

Can kettlebell resistance training be as effective as—or more effective than—aerobic training (walking) for adults with Type 2 diabetes?

I'm excited to share more as the research progresses.

Three certifications. One standard.

💪 SFG I — StrongFirst Kettlebell Instructor
📍 Denver
📅 September 18–20, 2026

💪 SFG II — StrongFirst Kettlebell Instructor
📍 Denver
📅 September 19–20, 2026

🏋️ SFL — StrongFirst Lifter (Barbell) Instructor
📍 Minneapolis
📅 Oct 9–11, 2026

Whether you're ready to earn your first StrongFirst certification or advance to the next level, your opportunity starts here.

✅ World-class instruction
✅ Uncompromising standards
✅ A global community committed to the pursuit of strength

What are you waiting for? Commit to the standard.

👉 Register today to secure your spot and take advantage of early pricing—Save $200. https://bit.ly/2026Certifications

StrongFirst. The School of Strength.

Power to You.

🇺🇸 250 years strong. 🇺🇸

Today we celebrate America's Semiquincentennial — 250 years of grit, freedom, and showing up to do the hard work. That same spirit lives on the platform every single day.

Strength is a community that pushes each other, holds the line, and keeps getting after it. Grateful to train alongside every one of you.

Happy 4th of July. Go lift something heavy and celebrate freedom. 💪

A quick update from me...

We just celebrated a huge family milestone—my son got married! It was a wonderful weekend filled with family, friends, and memories we'll cherish for a lifetime.

On the StrongFirst front, registration is open for the SFG I and SFG II StrongFirst Kettlebell Instructor Certifications in Denver, September 18–20, 2026. If earning your instructor credentials and sharpening your coaching skills are on your list this year, now is the time to secure your spot.

Congratulations as well to Dr. Brad Schoenfeld on being awarded the William J. Kraemer Outstanding Sports Scientist Award by the NSCA. A well-deserved recognition for his tremendous contributions to exercise science and strength training research.

As for me, I'm still working through the never-ending process of cleaning out our old house. Thankfully, I have a lot of help from my beautiful wife, Amy. I couldn't do it without her.

No matter what season of life you're in, remember to take care of yourself. Get outside. Get some exercise. Move your body. Build strength. Invest in your health.

Have a strong day!
— Dr. Michael Hartle