Athina Crilley

Athina Crilley

Athina Crilley is a Biochemistry graduate passionate about health, fitness, and medicine. She has been copywriting for over five years, and is the host and producer of Finding Flo podcast, which focuses on women’s health and hormones. You can connect with her on YoutubeInstagram, or LinkedIn.   Education: Bachelor of Science in Biochemistry from Lancaster University
In powerlifting, leverage is everything. Most novices throw it on their shoulders and hope for the best. But if you want to move 500+ pounds without snapping your spine, you need to understand that the bar doesn't just rest on you; it must be wedged into you. Whether you are building a shelf on your

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