Kent Nilson

Kent Nilson

Kent Nilson is an online strength coach, residing in Calgary, Alberta, Canada.  He is a Certified Personal Trainer through the Canadian Society for Exercise Physiology. When he's not training, coaching, or volunteering at powerlifting meets, you'll find Kent drinking coffee or enjoying his next eggs benedict. Connect with him on FacebookInstagram, or LinkedIn.

So, you’re ready to make the (financial) plunge into an ice bath tub? I’ve searched high and low to find the best tubs for ice … Continue Reading16 Best Ice Bath Tubs To Speed Up Recovery

The leg press machine can look very fixed and uncreative to a beginner. But an advanced lifter knows that by placing your feet in different … Continue ReadingLeg Press Foot Placements: 5 Stances Explained

Hack squat machines are great for focusing on your quads and glutes without putting much pressure on your lower back.  However, most gyms don’t have … Continue Reading8 Best Hack Squat Alternatives From A Strength Coach

Are you tired of your weight plates slipping mid-set? Do you dread the thought of your plates coming crashing down on your unsuspecting toes? You’re … Continue Reading10 Best Barbell Collars in 2024

Are you sick and tired of doing the same old exercises with a straight barbell? You’re not alone, pal. Whether you’re a seasoned pro in … Continue Reading14 Best Curl Bar Exercises (Plus, Sample Workout)

So, you’re ready to strengthen your upper body but aren’t quite strong enough for traditional push-ups? This is actually quite common, so don’t feel embarrassed! … Continue ReadingThe Incline Push-Up: Pros, Cons, & How To

Trap bar deadlifts, back squats, and front squats are always in the mix when taking your leg training to the next level. But how do … Continue ReadingTrap Bar Deadlifts vs Squats: Front & Back (Pros, Cons, Differences)

So, you’re interested in pendulum squats but know diddly-squat about them? You’re not alone. With the pendulum squat machine looking more like a medieval torture … Continue ReadingPendulum Squat: Is This Unique Squat Variation Right for You?

When advanced powerlifters have plateaued on their deadlift progress, they routinely regain lost ground using the isometric deadlift. So, what is the isometric deadlift? The … Continue ReadingIsometric Deadlift: How-To, Benefits, & Should You Do It?

When hearing the word “push-up”, sore lats might not be the first thing that comes to mind but it’s clear that this is a common … Continue ReadingWhy Do Your Lats Get Sore After Push-Ups? (4 Reasons)

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