Category: Exercise Comparisons

The t-bar row and barbell row are both useful exercises to incorporate into your back training, especially as compound exercises to build both strength and … Continue ReadingT-Bar Row vs Barbell Row: Differences, Pros, Cons

It’s well known that the bench press is one of the best upper body exercises to build muscle and strength. Although the floor press is … Continue ReadingFloor Press vs Bench Press: Differences, Pros, Cons

To build serious lower body strength, lifters often turn to the hip thrust and the deadlift.  So, what are the differences between the hip thrust … Continue ReadingHip Thrust vs Deadlift: Differences, Pros, Cons

As far as deadlift and squat exercises go, the sumo deadlift and back squat rank near the top of the lift in each category — … Continue ReadingSumo Deadlift vs Back Squat: Differences, Pros, Cons

In your pursuit of strength gain, every tool can have its place — tempo work is no exception. However, many lifters struggle in knowing what … Continue ReadingEccentric vs Concentric Squat: What’s The Difference?

A common source of confusion in developing strength and/or building muscle for the lower body is deciding between box squats and regular (back) squats. So, … Continue ReadingBox Squat vs Back Squat: Differences, Pros, Cons

When it comes to squatting, there’s no greater debate than trying to figure out which back squat variation is better: olympic squats or powerlifting squats? … Continue ReadingOlympic Squat vs Powerlifting Squat: Differences, Pros, Cons

When lifters seek to build their quads without having to lift maximally, they often turn to the zercher squat and front squat. So, what are … Continue ReadingZercher Squat vs Front Squat: Differences, Pros, Cons

When lifters want a break from the regular back squat or they’re a competitive strength athlete, they often turn their attention to the safety bar … Continue ReadingSafety Bar Squat vs Front Squat: Differences, Pros, Cons