Joseph Lucero
Joseph Lucero is a Strength Coach and Author and is the owner of Harvesting Strength LLC. He's CSCS Certified, and when he's not helping clients get stronger, he writes about strength and conditioning to help readers.
When he's not lifting or training, you can find him playing with his kids or making up some brisket. You can connect with him on LinkedIn, Instagram, and jlucero@harvestingstrength.com.
- Education:
- Master's degree in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of Texas at San Antonio
- Bachelor of Science in Kinesiology and Exercise Science from the University of Texas at Arlington
- Certification: Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist from NSCA
College strength coach and professor Joseph Lucero breaks down the safest back angles for squats and deadlifts, showing how bar position and body type affect your spine.
Here's what to know about static vs. dynamic stretching: There's a place for both. I get asked about stretching every week. Should you hold a stretch before you lift, or should you move through it? The answer depends on your goal and your timing.
Learn how to do scapular push ups to strengthen your shoulder stability and improve your bench press performance. Step-by-step guide, benefits, muscles worked, and common mistakes explained.
Strength coach Joseph Lucero explains how a simple 5-second scapular squeeze can improve your bench press, squat, and shoulder stability while reducing injury risk.
Learn how to perform the dumbbell overhead press for stronger, more balanced shoulders. This guide explains technique, variations, programming, and how dumbbell pressing improves your overall powerlifting performance.
Learn how powerlifters use top sets, working sets, and straight sets to build maximum strength, improve technique, and balance training intensity with recovery.
Learn how to perform the military press correctly, the differences between military and overhead press, and why this strict shoulder exercise is one of the hardest yet most effective movements for building strength and size.
Every lifter knows how important the lower body is for a strong squat, but the upper body often gets overlooked. Shoulder mobility plays a big role in how securely you can hold the bar and how much tension you create through the back.
Learn how the right hand placement can improve squat stability, reduce pain, and help you lift more weight with confidence.
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