Here’s a rack deadlift sequence that starts with less weight lifted through a longer range of motion and ends with more weight through a shorter range of motion. It’s done in three stages: STAGE 1 Set the bar right below the knees on the side supports of a power rack. Position a sturdy step or…

There’s no doubt that lower body training with compound lifts requires a lot of hard work. Sure, progressive resistance is important, but sometimes you can “go further” with a lighter weight on these exercises. Technically speaking, work = force x distance, so to do more work, you don’t always have to use more weight. Instead,…