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Do Squats Make You Jump Higher? (Yes, Here’s Why & How)
The squat is a staple exercise among all strength and conditioning programs. This is because the squat has been shown
Leg Press vs Squat: You DON’T Need To Do Both
If you are looking to build size and strength, both the leg press and squat have their time and place
Best 5 Knee Sleeves For Powerlifting in 2020 (NEW)
Knee sleeves are an important piece of equipment in a powerlifter’s gym bag. The highest-quality knee sleeve is the Titan
Deadlift vs Romanian Deadlift: Form, Benefits, Differences
There are no shortages of deadlift variations in the gym. Two of the most common deadlift variations are the traditional
Top 10 Deadlift Cues For Stronger Pulls (With Pictures)
When teaching the deadlift, I always instruct my athletes to have one or two cues in mind that help them
Powerlifting vs. Bodybuilding Bench Press (13 Differences)
The bench press is one of the most popular exercises you can do in the gym. It’s used by both
How To Fix Your Uneven Bench Press (5 Solutions)
If you perform the bench press uneven, then your technique is being compromised and you need to implement some key
9 Tips To Break Through A Bench Press Plateau (Definitive Guide)
A bench press plateau is beyond frustrating. You’ve been stuck at the same numbers for several months and no matter
10 Bench Press Accessories To Improve Strength & Technique
As a powerlifting coach and athlete, I’ve researched and observed some of the best techniques in the World. Through this
Asian Squat: What Is It? What’s The Hype? Can You Do It?
You’ve probably seen pictures of people from Asian countries performing a deep squat. You might even have friends who have
9 Squat Cues To Improve Technique (And 1 You Should Not Do)
The squat is a complex movement pattern, which relies on superior coordination between your various joints and muscle groups. However,
How To Fix Leaning Forward When Squatting (5 Solutions)
If you’re the type of person who squats with an excessive forward lean then you may be limiting the amount
How Many Times Per Week Should You Squat?
Over my 15-year powerlifting career, I squatted anywhere from 1-4 times per week. You might think that squatting more frequently
Wide Grip Bench Press: Is It Better? (Definitive Guide)
Picking a grip on the bench press is an important decision in order to maximize strength and performance. The grip
16 Best Tricep Exercises to Increase Bench Press Strength
The triceps have an important role in the bench press. If your triceps are weak, then you’ll struggle to lock
5 Benefits of Deficit Deadlifts (+5 Other Things You Should Know)
As a powerlifting coach, there is no better exercise for my athletes to help build strength off the floor than
Why Do Powerlifters Chalk Their Legs? (It’s Not Actually Chalk)
If you have ever watched a powerlifting competition, you may have noticed that many of the athletes have a white
5 Reasons Why Powerlifters Squat Without Using Mirrors
It’s a common experience to walk into a commercial gym and see the facility decked out with mirrors along the
Why Do Powerlifters Not Wear Shoes? (Barefoot Training)
With all the money powerlifters spend on special shoes, it might seem weird to see many powerlifters still squatting and
How to Pause Deadlift (Technique, Benefits, Muscles Worked)
One of the best deadlift variations is the pause deadlift. It is the single most effective exercise to build a
Master Your Understanding of Powerlifting Technique With This Free Training
In this course, you’ll learn 13 principles that will allow you to consistently improve your technique over the long-term.