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Squatting Every Day: Pros, Cons, Should You Do It?
Most people who squat in their training often squat between 1 to 3 times a week but there are a
How To Fix Knee Valgus During Squat (7 Tips)
Whether you’re a powerlifter, Crossfitter, Olympic weightlifter, or just someone who likes to squat heavy, you’ve probably experienced your knees
Safety Bar 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
9 Best Barbell Hip Thrust Alternatives (With Pictures)
The barbell hip thrust is a fantastic exercise for the glute muscles (but also the entire lower body) because it
3 or 4 Inch Powerlifting Belt: Which One Is Best?
Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases. There are two popular sizes
Weak In Middle Of Bench Press? Try These 6 Things
In order to increase your bench press strength, you need to identify where within the range of motion you are
Front Squat With Straps: How & Why You Should Do It
Performing front squats with straps is a practice popularized by powerlifters but is now commonly used by bodybuilders, gym-goers, injured
Pistol Squat Progression: From Basic to Advanced (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)
How To Fix Rounded Back During Squats (Ultimate Guide)
If you’re rounding in the back while squatting, this can decrease your performance and increase your risk of injury. However,
Why Do Your Arms Shake When You Bench Press? (6 Reasons)
Both novice and experienced lifters can experience their arms shaking when they bench press. While this isn’t the worst thing
Narrow Stance Squats: Pros, Cons, Should You Do It?
Narrow stance squats are commonly performed variations of squats among powerlifters, weightlifters and bodybuilders to bring up weaknesses and develop
Pistol Squat vs Shrimp Squat: Differences, Pros, Cons
While the pistol squat and shrimp squat are more commonly seen in Crossfit boxes and amongst calisthenics practitioners, it’s not
Hack Squat vs Leg Press: Differences, Pros, Cons
Pop your head into any commercial gym, and you’ll almost certainly see lifters developing their legs using the hack squat
5 Tips To Improve Your Squat Lockout (That Actually Work)
If the barbell slows down at the top of your squat then it’s a sign that you have a weak
Upright Row vs Lateral Raise: Differences, Pros, Cons
Visit any gym and you’re likely to see lifters building their shoulders with the upright row and the lateral raise.
8 Best Upright Row Alternatives (With Pictures)
The upright row is a free-weight exercise that targets the lateral deltoids, upper traps, rhomboids, and biceps. Usually, it is
Inzer Belt vs. SBD Belt: Which One Should You Get and Why?
Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases. Today I’m comparing two of
9 Best Leg Press Alternatives (With Pictures)
The leg press is a machine-based exercise that predominantly targets the quads, with a secondary emphasis on the glutes. It’s
Gangsta Wraps vs. SBD Wraps: Which Is Better and Why?
Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases. Do you have a hard
Adidas Adipower vs. Nike Romaleos: Which Is Better?
Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases. Since their release, the Adipower
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.