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Deadlift Bar vs Stiff Bar: 7 Surprising Differences

Deadlift Bar vs Stiff Bar 7 Surprising Differences

Many ‘gym goers’ are not even aware that there are different variants of the barbell. This article we will discuss the deadlift bar vs stiff bar. On behalf of MuscleLead, I have dedicated this article to highlighting both of these bars.  I have then covered the unique differences in characteristics between the bars, and how … Read more

Deadlift Descent: Should You Drop or Lower The Weight?

Deadlift descent should you drop or lower the weight

If you’re in a dilemma about how to lower the weight after performing a deadlift, you’ve come to the right place. This article refers to two different lowering methods, dropping the weight fast or lowering it slowly, i.e. we are going to talk about deadlift descent! Firstly, I have highlighted the main difference between the … Read more

9 Incredible Benefits of Hex Bar Deadlifts (+ How to Guide)

9 Incredible Benefits of Hex Bar Deadlifts (+ How to Guide)

I have a confession to make about the hex bar deadlift.  When I started lifting, I could just about deadlift the 45-pound bar, and even that was done incorrectly.  Then, one of the gym trainers recommended the hex bar variation as the ‘beginner-friendly alternative’. It felt safe, effective, and flowed so much better than the … Read more

10 Common Deadlift Injuries (+ How To Avoid Them)

10 Common Deadlift Injuries (+ How To Avoid Them)

The deadlift is one of the best strength training exercises that exist. One of the reasons why so many lifters avoid it is due do common deadlift injuries. No way to sugar coat the issue here. There are many possible injuries from the deadlift.  The good thing is, we discuss 10 possible deadlift injuries and how … Read more

5 Proven Reasons Why You Should NOT Squat in Running Shoes

5 Proven Reasons Why You Should NOT Squat in Running Shoes

Should you squat in running shoes? It is fully understandable as to why so many ‘gym goers’ choose running shoes while lifting in the weight room. There is this idea that running shoes are used for sports, so they must automatically be suitable for exercises like the barbell squat.  Sorry to burst your bubble if … Read more

How to Fix Elbow Pain When Deadlifting: 13 Solutions 

How to Fix Elbow Pain When Deadlifting 13 Solutions 

You’re asking how to fix deadlift elbow pain? Well, let’s go over this interesting topic. Lateral epicondylitis, or more formally known as Tennis elbow is inflammation and a mild to severe pain that shows up around the outer elbow tendon.  There are a variety of reasons for why it comes about and may trigger some … Read more