Let’s face facts, we all want to look good. One of the hardest parts of building a big squat, bench and deadlift is gaining weight and thus not looking as good as possible. So logically, the question arises, “how many calories does strength training burn?” Whether you want to lose weight via just strength training, […]
Nobody wants rounded shoulders, but so many lifters live day in and day out with this type of poor posture. From fostering muscle imbalances and feeling a lack of confidence, there is not one good reason to live with rounded shoulder posture. Fortunately, there are a handful of exercises and stretches to combat the effects […]
The overhead press is a compound multi-joint exercise that primarily targets the shoulders and the triceps. But it also a full body exercise as well. Unknown to most, the overhead press is a full body exercise that works every muscle from your toes, all the way up to your shoulders. The overhead press requires an […]
Comprised of four muscles, the rotator cuff is a group of tendons and muscles that envelope the shoulder joint. The main role of the rotator cuff is to maintain a firm yet flexible hold of your upper arm within the shoulder socket. When a rotator cuff injury happens, it can be incredibly nagging and painful. […]
Whether you are a woman or man, activating and training your glutes should never be overlooked. As a key player connecting the lower body to the upper body, gluteus specific training can revamp your leg day. Once you find the best way to strengthen your glutes, nothing can stop you from obtaining your goals. Step […]
Throughout every gym on Earth, everybody has heard of the bench press. The bench press is the ultimate test of a man’s strength and potential. It is the bench press that is used as a strength test for the NFL, police and prison gangs. The bench press is the ultimate test of your upper […]
If you’re serious about taking your deadlift numbers to new heights, consider a new deadlift shoe. For heavy deadlifting, the flatter, simpler, and more durable the shoe is, the better off you are. While there is a lot of variety in this list, these brands are tried-and-true to provide solid stability and support while deadlifting. […]
Many deadlift programs boast that they can push your deadlift numbers to new heights and smash through lingering plateaus. But only a few can actually hold their own when put to the test. Compromised of powerlifting greats offering solid advice through well-thought-out programs, check out the best deadlift programs to date. If you still need […]
If you want to learn how to do a deadlift with proper form, then you found the right article. By the end of this post you will know just how to perform a deadlift in the correct way in the quickest way possible. So let’s go over the basic way to do a deadlift: Stand […]
Reaching your next personal record at the squat rack can seem to be out of reach at times. You may feel that your nutrition is on-point and sleep is going great. But when you squat heavy, your numbers do not seem to budge. It’s time for some squat assistance lifts. Whether you need to smash […]