True story: The deadlift movement pattern is one you use way more than you may think. Yes, you do it in the gym, when you gut out barbell deadlifts and trap bar deadlifts. But you see that heavy box ...
When I have older clients ask me to focus on lower body training, I typically have two goals: start conservatively to avoid the risk of injury, especially if they're new to training, but also to help ...
If deadlifts aren't already part of your workouts, you need to begin incorporating them ASAP. They're a great alternative to squats and work your upper and lower body simultaneously. If you've been ...
You can build a stronger body and improve stability, mobility and functional balance using three moves and a set of ...
Focusing on posterior chain strength (the muscles on the back of your body), the hip thrusts engages your the glutes and ...
The deadlift, one of the most basic and effective moves, definitely works your butt (hello, booty gains!), but also targets your core, legs, back, and upper body. It's truly the definition of a ...
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The deadlift builds all-over strength, burns calories, and boosts sports performance. Proper deadlift form is vital for maximizing benefits and reducing injury risk, especially for beginners. Most ...
We don’t know a more epic way to show off your strength than picking up a stacked barbell from the weight-room floor. The classic strength exercise engages one of the most innate human movement ...
When you start strength training, it can be confusing about where to even begin. We spoke to certified personal trainers and coaches to find out the best way to start a workout program and the ...
The kettlebell snatch is a great strength-building move that works your core, hamstrings, back, and shoulders. But it's not an easy exercise to do without first knowing the proper form and technique.