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Pistol squats have a bad reputation for being bad for your knees, and for good reason. They’re often done by
What Is A Deadlift Hitch? (And, How To Avoid It)
Many people can present poor technique in the deadlift. One way poor technique can present itself in the deadlift is
8 Close Grip Bench Press Benefits (Plus, 1 Drawback)
The close grip bench press is a common variation of the bench press used by regular gym-goers, strength and general
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When it comes to single-leg exercises, the pistol squat often tops the list in terms of difficulty. Although this exercise
Isometric Pistol Squat: What Is It, Benefits, How-To
The pistol squat is known to be one of the hardest bodyweight exercises to master. In fact, many lifters struggle
Powerlifting And Running: Should You Incorporate Both?
We’ve heard that doing cardio will destroy all possibility of strength and muscle gains, but how much truth is behind
How Do Powerlifters Train Chest? (3 Powerlifting Chest Workouts)
There are a variety of exercises, rep ranges, and variations you can do to train your chest, and you’ll see
How To Fix Bicep Pain During Bench Press (5 Tips)
If you’re experiencing biceps pain while bench pressing, you’re not alone. This annoying issue presents itself to lifters on a
Reverse Grip Bench Press: How-To, Benefits, Muscles Worked
The reverse grip bench press provides lifters the ability to perform the bench press with a grip style that isn’t
3-Board Bench Press: Technique, Benefits, How To Program
While there’s value in just about any board work you can do with the bench press, the 3-board tends to
What Should You Bring To A Powerlifting Meet? (Checklist)
Making your way to a powerlifting meet is not just about turning up in your best physical state, there will
USAPL vs USPA: What Are The Differences?
Powerlifting is a sport of growing popularity in the United States of America. For that reason there are plenty of
How to Fix Shoulder Pain While Deadlifting (7 Tips)
So there you are, going through some deadlifts when all of a sudden your shoulder starts hurting. But wait, deadlifts
Will Powerlifting Destroy Your Body? (No, Here’s Why)
We’ve all heard about powerlifting athletes who are always lifting heavy weights, pushing their limits, and complaining about injuries or
Off-Season Powerlifting Program (Ultimate Guide)
We don’t often think of powerlifting, or lifting in general, as a seasonal sport, but it’s common for powerlifters to
What To Eat During A Powerlifting Meet? (6 Rules To Follow)
At powerlifting meets, you’ll often see some powerlifters chowing down on burgers and fries, some eating a nutrient-dense meal, and
How To Increase Ankle Mobility For Squats: 13 Exercises
A lack of ankle mobility is a common culprit of poor squat depth or poor squatting mechanics, leaving lifters frustrated
Squatting With Plates Under Heels: Should You Do It?
Squatting with plates under your heels, although not a very common practice, is still a tool used to help many
22 Exercises To Improve Squat Depth (That Actually Work)
Whether you have dreams of competing as a powerlifter or weightlifter, or just want to get the benefits of squatting
12 Best High Top Lifting Shoes (2021)
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