by admin | Nov 16, 2022 | back workout, lat pulldown, lats, Train, training
There aren’t many muscle-building or strength-focused training programs that leave out the traditional lat pulldown. Many effective workouts include this classic, and for good reason. Pulling in a vertical pattern strengthens your back, shoulders, and arms, while...
by admin | Nov 12, 2022 | big three, deadlift, Powerlifting, Train, training, trap bar deadlift
You might know the deadlift as a member of the “big three” powerlifting movements, along with the squat and bench press. As the least complex of the competition exercises, the deadlift typically allows lifters to move the heaviest weight. This hip-dominant pull from...
by admin | Nov 11, 2022 | back workout, exercise guide, Exercise Guides, lats, straight arm pushdown, Train, training
Exercises like the chin-up and the deadlift are seen as the kings of back-builders by many lifters, but they are only the meat and potatoes. You have to add some seasoning if you want the best final product, and the extra flavor (and extra results) will come from your...
by admin | Nov 10, 2022 | big three, deadlift, Powerlifting, sumo deadlift, Train, training
The classic barbell deadlift might be the most primal and instinctive movement around. “See that weight on the ground? Betcha can’t pick it up. Go try.” While there’s something to be said for brute-forcing your way to a successful lift, a bit of technique can shift...
by admin | Nov 5, 2022 | circuit training, complexes, conditioning, Kettlebell, sandbag, Train, training
Complexes, also known as combination lifts, consist of two or more exercises performed with the same free weight in a non-stop, continuous fashion. While this method may initially appear similar to low-intensity circuit training commonplace in machine-laden rec...
by admin | Nov 4, 2022 | back workout, exercise guide, Exercise Guides, shoulder workout, Train, training, traps, upright row
Most shoulder exercises involve pressing a weight overhead, while most back exercises involve pulling a weight toward your body. The upright row is a little bit of both. This unique vertical pulling exercise targets your shoulders as well as your upper back. Credit:...