Hanging leg raises stand as a cornerstone in core training, particularly beneficial for athletes, as they target the lower abdominal muscles and hip flexors. As your strength progresses, introducing advanced variations becomes crucial to sustain the challenge. In this article, we delve into two advanced hanging leg raise techniques designed to push your limits and…
Exciting news! Just got my hands on Swissies45, and they’ve transformed my chin-up game. No more draping an EZ-Curl bar over the power cage – now it’s all about efficiency. These handles are versatile – perfect for semi-supinated or semi-pronated chin-ups, at any grip width you desire. Christmas gift idea? Look no further! Want to…
Arthur Jones, a visionary in the realm of strength training, left an unforgettable mark on the fitness industry with his groundbreaking Nautilus equipment. Beyond the hardware, he imparted a wealth of wisdom that continues to shape the way we approach fitness. In this blog post, we’ll dive into four key lessons from Arthur Jones that…
Amanda knows that it’s a deadlift, not a bouncelift! Watch her crush 230 pounds for 4 reps with impeccable control – this is how it’s done! In this demonstration, Amanda showcases the art of deadlift control, proving that it’s not just about the weight lifted but how it’s lifted. Her dedication to mastering this fundamental…
This video demonstrates two variations that target the subscapularis — a key shoulder-stabilizing muscle often overlooked in training: If you’re new to these movements, begin with the pulldown variation using a manageable weight to develop proper control. Once you can perform it smoothly and with good form, progress to the pull-up version. Over time, this…
A deadlift is a “dead” lift, not a “bounce” lift. Check out how Chantal performs the exercise. She maintains a flat back with the bar positioned vertically over her mid-foot throughout the movement. The weight is lowered in a controlled fashion and each rep begins from a dead stop. Don’t sacrifice form for weight. Chantal…
A new strength training protocol has surfaced that may help you maximize strength gains with less training time and effort. It’s called the 3/7 method, and according to a recent study, it can outperform other popular strategies for both strength and muscle growth. The study involved two groups of subjects who did arm curls with…
Performing a mixed-grip deadlift can make you susceptible to a biceps injury on the supinated side. Trying to deadlift a heavy tire with both arms supinated increases the risk significantly. That’s why tire flips are so dangerous. You have to deadlift the tire first before you can flip it, and if you don’t do it…
Think about how much time you spend not moving during the day. Most of us spend about a third of our time sleeping and another third sitting. Chances are, you’re sitting right now while reading this! Sleep is unavoidable, but sitting for long stretches is something you can change. Research shows that interrupting prolonged sitting…
Radial and ulnar flexion are two often-overlooked motor patterns that deserve a spot in your training. They may not be flashy, but if you want strong, balanced wrists and forearms, you should work them in periodically. Want to know how to properly integrate these movements into a program? Check out my breakdown of where they…