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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.

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

Are Wrestling Shoes Good For Lifting? (Yes, 5 Amazing Benefits)

Are Wrestling Shoes Good For Lifting (Yes, 5 Amazing Benefits)

Key Points ‘Gym goers’, powerlifters and bodybuilders are always looking for ways to improve muscle size and lifting strength. Did you know that footwear is one of the most influential factors for many lifts? For this reason, we have dedicated this whole article to wrestling shoes. So, are wrestling shoes good for lifting? Yes, for … Read more

Rack Pull vs Deadlift: Differences, Benefits, Muscles, How To Guide

Rack Pull vs Deadlift Differences, Benefits, Muscles, How To Guide

Key Points If you’ve been in the gym and have noticed some people doing deadlifts in the squat rack, you may have wondered what they were doing. In this article, we’re going to explain the differences between rack pull vs deadlift, so you can figure out if it’s something great to add to your workout … Read more

9 Best Sumo Deadlift Alternatives – How to Perform

9 Best Sumo Deadlift Alternatives - How to Perform

Key Points The deadlift is one of the best compound exercises to strengthen your posterior chain muscles and develop strength. The same goes for the sumo deadlift. But what if you can’t do the sumo deadlift properly because of an injury, travel, or something else? Is there a sumo deadlift substitute? To answer the question, … Read more

Do Deadlifts Help Vertical Jump? (Yes, 5 Ways)

Do Deadlifts Help Vertical Jump (Yes, 5 Ways)

Key Points Deadlifts are such a great fundamental exercise for all sports. Most sports require some sort of vertical jump or power to generate through the legs. Coaches and trainers implement different types of agility exercises to get their players ready and stack performance. But what about deadlifts? Do deadlifts help vertical jump? Yes! Deadlifts … Read more

Lever Belt vs Prong Belt – Which is Best for You? (6 Differences)

Lever Belt vs Prong Belt Which is Best for You (6 Differences)

Key Differences There comes a time in the life of every lifter when he/she considers buying a lifting belt. It’s the next logical step in the progression towards heavy lifting. No reputable athlete shies away from making this purchase. And, do you know what? They’re absolutely right about this decision. So what are the differences … Read more