You may have noticed, here at MuscleLead we love squats. All types of squats! Squats are a fundamental part of any strength-building routine as well as foundational movement in many sports. The squat is one of the most basic of human actions, and proper squat kinematics play a significant role in the longevity of healthy … Read more
Sometimes using a heavy-loaded barbell just isn’t doable. You might be fatigued, feeling back pain, or just bored of doing barbell squats. It’s times like these that a belt squat machine can come in handy. Unfortunately, not all gyms see the benefit of investing in a belt squat machine leaving some of us to look … Read more
Key Points Did you know your feet change shape and size throughout your life? And here we are clinging to our trusty number 10s from college, wondering why they aren’t as comfortable as they used to be. Because our bodies bear about two to three times their own weight, thanks to gravity and our feet … Read more
For me, the thought of getting the dreaded hernia was beyond scary. I knew that in order to prevent hernia, I would have to learn all about it and be one step ahead. However, how does it connect to weightlifting belt? There are genetic factors that increase the risk of you getting a hernia. But, if … Read more
Key Points Weightlifting belts are tricky to get right sometimes. With so many models in the market, it can be overwhelming to narrow down on the one that fits you the best. This is what may have brought you to an important question. So single prong vs double prong lifting belts, which is better? Overall, single … Read more
Is building stronger, toned legs with nothing but your bodyweight one of your goals? You may have run into the two horsemen of lower body workout: the Cossack squat and the lateral lunge. But if the difference between the two is still unclear, or you are wondering whether one is better than the other, this … Read more
Before I started learning more about Strongman exercises, I had no idea what the Viking press was. This cool lift gets a bad reputation but can be quite beneficial for some lifters. Even if you’re not a Viking or a Strongman! I have gone over the 8 steps to performing the Viking press. As well … Read more
If you’ve been to your local gym lately, you may well have seen lifters strapping up their knees as they prepare to take on the ever-challenging squat rack. Whether it’s providing extra support or enabling heavier lifts, knee sleeves and knee wraps are growing in popularity. And yet, you’ll seldom come across a lifter who … Read more
Want to squat with long legs? Continue reading to learn everything you need to know about this. Squats are a staple for many people’s exercise regimes. They target a wide range of muscles and can be adapted in many different ways to suit different people. However, those with longer legs can sometimes struggle with squats … Read more
So, bench pressing every day: should you do it or not? We will go into detail of this interesting training regimen. A lot of lifters think training a muscle more often can lead to better strength and mass gains. However, this is not always the case. Should you bench press every day? Yes, many lifters … Read more
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