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One PlateMate, an Offset Grip, and Two Arm Exercises
Did you know that simply shifting your grip on a dumbbell can change muscle activation? Using an offset grip—where you hold the dumbbell closer to
September 3, 2016
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Get in Shape with Push-Ups
Grade 9 was quite an experience—a new school, new classmates, and new teachers. But one teacher stood out more than the others: Mr. Carter, our
August 8, 2016
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The Jon Snow of Forearm Training Equipment
We all knew Jon Snow was coming back to life—but The Formulator too? Who would’ve thought? What Is The Formulator? The Formulator is a unique
May 19, 2016
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Should The Knees Pass The Toes When Squatting?
For those who read my article 14 Reasons You Shouldn’t Ignore Full Squat Benefits!, here are four more reasons to reconsider the outdated belief that
May 12, 2016
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Wearing Shoulders Too Low
Most people “wear their shoulders too low,” according to Dr. Shirley Sahrmann, author of Diagnosis and Treatment of Movement Impairment Syndromes. At an Ontario Kinesiology
January 14, 2016
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The Butt Punch
Elevating the front or back of the feet during lower body exercises can significantly impact range of motion, body position, and muscle activation. Take squats,
December 10, 2015
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Statue of Liberty Squat
A single-leg squat is a rear-foot-elevated split squat performed on a high surface like a bench rather than a step. It’s a great exercise for
November 19, 2015
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Calf Machine Shoulder Shrugs
Here’s an exercise you don’t see often in the gym. In fact, just hearing the name might make people shrug. But if you’re looking to
October 1, 2015
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The Sicilian Crunch
Here’s a unique and highly effective way to perform an abdominal crunch. I’ve used this exercise successfully with my clients for years. It’s called the
September 30, 2015
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Eliminate the Push-Off During Step-Ups
A common mistake during step-ups is pushing off with the non-working leg, either by extending the knee or ankle. To correct this, keep the knee
September 25, 2015