Category: Exercise Guides

The dead bench press is one of my favourite bench press variations for developing strength off the chest. It is very popular among powerlifters or … Dead Bench Press: How To, Benefits, Muscles Worked

Grip strength can be improved using a wide number of gripping implements.   One of the primary ways is to use a grip strengthener device, also … How To Use A Grip Strengthener For Max Results (Full Guide)

It’s no surprise that the pistol squat is one of the most difficult single-leg exercises to master.  This unilateral (single-leg) exercise requires the lifter to … Pistol Squat Progression: From Basic to Advanced (Full Guide)

The Cossack squat allows lifters to move their bodies in a range of motion that isn’t normally trained.  As a trainer, I must be specific … Cossack Squat: What Is It, How To Do It, & Benefits

The Jefferson squat is one of the most odd-looking lower body exercises that you can do in the gym.  It requires you to straddle the … Jefferson Squat: How-To, Benefits, Should You Do It?

As the Head Coach for Team Canada Powerlifting, my job is to make sure that every exercise in the gym is used to help support … 18 Exercises To Improve Deadlift Strength (Science-Backed)

Who doesn’t want a bigger bench? It’s that age-old gauge of strength, and as powerlifters we’re always looking for new ways to hit a new … 6 Reasons To Do Larsen Press (Plus 3 Reasons Not To)

The plate pinch press is one of the most undervalued chest exercises that recruits the upper and lower pecs.   To do it, take two plates … Plate Pinch Press: How-to & Common Mistakes

Strength athletes like powerlifters require an incredibly strong core to squat and deadlift heavy.   What is important about a strong core is not just the … The 9 Best Ab Exercises For Powerlifters (Don’t Skip These)