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Wasim Kagzi

Hi! I’m Wasim Kagzi and this is where my team and I write and research about everything fitness. On MuscleLead we share all the helpful tips, techniques, and advice we've learned over the years. Personally, I've been lifting for more than 10 years and hope to eventually become a Certified Personal Trainer. My goal is to compete in weightlifting and train to be the strongest version of myself.

10 Best Face Pull Alternatives For A Strong Mid Back

10 Best Face Pull Alternatives For A Strong Mid Back

Pulling exercises are not great only for building your back, but also for improving posture, shoulder health, and staying injury-free. Most people in their training tend to focus more on the muscles they can directly see in the mirror. This means they like to train their pecs, arms, delts, and abs more than their back … Read more

Australian Pull Up – Muscles Worked, Benefits and How to Do

Australian Pull Up - Muscles Worked, Benefits and How to Do

Key Points The progression to a classic pull-up is not a straightforward road. If you have ever taken a look into the exercises meant to help you get your first pull-up, you may have run into something called the Australian pull-up (or inverted row). What is it? Well, for many, it is simply a progression … Read more

Is Deadlift Good For Wrestling? Yes, Here’s 6 Ways 

Is Deadlift Good For Wrestling Yes, Here's 6 Ways 

There are many advanced weight lifting exercises like the power snatches and cleans (1). The movement patterns of these lifts can translate into wrestling performance.  The deadlift is also a great exercise, especially for those who have just started to use resistance training as a means to improve wrestling performance.  Is deadlift good for wrestling? … Read more

Sumo Deadlift vs Back Squat: Differences and Muscles Worked

Sumo Deadlift vs Back Squat Differences and Muscles Worked

Key Points At first glance, the pure strength it takes to perform a proper deadlift or squat exercise looks to be too much for your average person or athlete.  However, deadlifts and squats are two of the most used and trained exercises in the world of strength training. Chances are, as a lifter, these exercises … Read more

11 Best Romanian Deadlift Alternatives (Tips and How To Guide)

11 Best Romanian Deadlift Alternatives (Tips and How to Guide)

Key Points If I was to describe the Romanian Deadlift with one word it would be ‘AWESOME’. Why do I say that? Because the Romanian Deadlift targets multiple muscles of the upper and lower extremities. In fact, it is one of the best, if not the best for stimulating the muscles of the hamstrings. [2] … Read more

5 Great Benefits of the Block Deadlift: Muscles Worked, How To Guide

5 Great Benefits of the Block Deadlift Muscles Worked, How To Guide

Key Points So many types of deadlifts with such little time! The block deadlift is yet another variation of the deadlift. A deadlift block pull is an elevated deadlift with the use of wooden blocks. Many athletes and strength lifters use the block pull to strengthen the back. So are block deadlifts right for you? … Read more

Upper Back Pain While Deadlifting (5 Reasons and How To Fix)

Upper Back Pain While Deadlifting (5 Reasons and How To Fix)

Key Points Whether you’re a beginner or a veteran to the gym, having upper back pain while deadlifting is not uncommon. When you lift a heavy weight, your muscles are challenged in new ways, which can lead to them feeling sore after your workout. DOMS (delayed onset of muscle soreness) is widely accepted as ‘just … Read more