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Touch and Go Bench Press: Should You Pause or Not?
In a powerlifting competition, you must pause the bench press on your chest before being allowed to drive it up.
Elbow Wraps for Bench Press: The Ultimate Guide 2020
If you take your bench press seriously, then you need the best gear to perform at your highest. This is
Are Wrestling Shoes Good For Squats? (Yes, Here’s Why)
The type of footwear you use for squats should be selected carefully. This is because your technique and strength will
Do Deadlifts Work The Abs? (Yes, But Not How You Think)
We often hear about the importance of building a strong core for a variety of performance settings such as powerlifting.
Rack Pull vs Deadlift: Pros, Cons, Differences, & How-To
The rack pull is a deadlift variation that is widely used among powerlifters, bodybuilders, Olympic weightlifters, and general fitness athletes.
How To Fix Shoulder Pain While Squatting (9 Solutions)
This article was reviewed by Dr. Niraj Patel for the accuracy of information. The squat requires a healthy functioning shoulder.
Do Squats Make You Jump Higher? (Yes, Here’s Why & How)
The squat is a staple exercise among all strength and conditioning programs. This is because the squat has been shown
Leg Press vs Squat: You DON’T Need To Do Both
If you are looking to build size and strength, both the leg press and squat have their time and place
Best 5 Knee Sleeves For Powerlifting in 2020 (NEW)
Knee sleeves are an important piece of equipment in a powerlifter’s gym bag. The highest-quality knee sleeve is the Titan
Deadlift vs Romanian Deadlift: Form, Benefits, Differences
There are no shortages of deadlift variations in the gym. Two of the most common deadlift variations are the traditional
Top 10 Deadlift Cues For Stronger Pulls (With Pictures)
When teaching the deadlift, I always instruct my athletes to have one or two cues in mind that help them
Powerlifting vs. Bodybuilding Bench Press (13 Differences)
The bench press is one of the most popular exercises you can do in the gym. It’s used by both
How To Fix Your Uneven Bench Press (5 Solutions)
If you perform the bench press uneven, then your technique is being compromised and you need to implement some key
9 Tips To Break Through A Bench Press Plateau (Definitive Guide)
A bench press plateau is beyond frustrating. You’ve been stuck at the same numbers for several months and no matter
10 Bench Press Accessories To Improve Strength & Technique
As a powerlifting coach and athlete, I’ve researched and observed some of the best techniques in the World. Through this
Asian Squat: What Is It? What’s The Hype? Can You Do It?
You’ve probably seen pictures of people from Asian countries performing a deep squat. You might even have friends who have
9 Squat Cues To Improve Technique (And 1 You Should Not Do)
The squat is a complex movement pattern, which relies on superior coordination between your various joints and muscle groups. However,
How To Fix Leaning Forward When Squatting (5 Solutions)
If you’re the type of person who squats with an excessive forward lean then you may be limiting the amount
How Many Times Per Week Should You Squat?
Over my 15-year powerlifting career, I squatted anywhere from 1-4 times per week. You might think that squatting more frequently
Wide Grip Bench Press: Is It Better? (Definitive Guide)
Picking a grip on the bench press is an important decision in order to maximize strength and performance. The grip
Master Your Understanding of Powerlifting Technique With This Free Training
In this course, you’ll learn 13 principles that will allow you to consistently improve your technique over the long-term.