Favor higher reps when doing seated leg extensions. The key is constant tension: Don’t use too heavy of a weight, go up to a “soft lock” position, and don’t let the plates touch at the bottom. Keep the movement smooth and fluid, and fight through the burn as much as possible. On the last rep,…
Give the hanging-band 90/90 split squat a shot. This unique exercise will ramp up stabilizer activity from the core down, so check your ego at the door and don’t go too heavy. Once you return to conventional split squats, you should experience a noticeable improvement. The key with the 90/90 version is to go straight…
When performing back barbell step-ups, find the proper step height first before playing with the load. Start with an empty bar and a low step position, and gradually raise the height until you find a position that is appropriate for you. Once you find the right height, you can gradually increase the load staying within…
A common concern from many female clients involves gaining too much size in their legs from strength training. Here’s how to deal with that issue.