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.

Visit any gym and you’re likely to see lifters building their shoulders with the upright row and the lateral raise.  So, what are the differences … Continue ReadingUpright Row vs Lateral Raise: Differences, Pros, Cons

The upright row became popular largely due to old training videos from Arnold Schwarzenegger. Despite this outward popularity, the standard barbell upright row is a … Continue Reading9 Best Upright Row Alternatives: How To, Videos, & Tips

The leg press is a machine-based exercise that predominantly targets the quads, with a secondary emphasis on the glutes and hamstrings. Leg presses are a … Continue Reading9 Best Leg Press Alternatives (With Pictures)

The pistol squat is a single-leg exercise leading to serious leg strength and coordination and can also be useful to build flexibility in your ankles … Continue Reading8 Best Pistol Squat Alternatives From A Strength Coach

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