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Trap Bar Deadlift vs Front Squat: How to, Pros, Cons

Trap Bar Deadlift vs Front Squat How To, Pros, Cons

Key Points When it comes to building muscle mass and power in the lower body, few exercises can compete with squats and deadlifts. Across the various styles of squats and deadlifts, trap bar deadlifts and front squats are many lifter’s go-to exercises as they look to maximize leg hypertrophy. So, trap bar deadlift vs front … Read more

Suitcase Deadlift – Muscles Worked, Benefits and How to Do

Suitcase Deadlift Muscles Worked How to Guide, Benefits

Key Points In this exercise guide, we have covered a very unique deadlift variant called the suitcase deadlift. We go over suitcase deadlift muscles worked, how to, benefits and alternatives. So what is the suitcase deadlift? The suitcase deadlift muscles worked include your core, glutes, calves, grip strength, traps, hamstrings and quads. With the suitcase … Read more

How to Breathe During Deadlift – The Proper Way

How to Breathe During Deadlift

Key Points We may know how to perform deadlifts, but neglect proper breathing techniques. I am going to outline the optimal deadlift breathing for a safe and effective workout. We start off by going over why we need to breathe properly during deadlifts, including; oxygen uptake, spine safety, and deadlift efficiency/effectiveness.  So how should you … Read more

Semi Sumo Deadlift Ultimate Guide (4 Benefits, 2 Drawbacks)

semi sumo deadlift ultimate guide

Key Points There are so many deadlift variations I’ve lost count. Have you ever heard of the semi sumo deadlift? No? Well, I’ve put together a beast of a guide on what it is and the main similarities and differences of the semi sumo deadlift.  What is the semi sumo deadlift? So let’s get to … Read more

12 Best Squat Accessory Exercises To Improve Form & Strength (Tips And Videos)

12 Best Squat Accessory Exercises To Improve Form & Strength

Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases.There’s no getting around it. Squatting is a staple full body exercise. It looks easy, but in fact, it requires a complex balance of strength, stability, and mobility.That’s why it’s important to perform squat accessories to improve your strength and technique … Read more

What Is The Best Deadlift Back Angle For Your Build? Tips & Cues

What Is The Best Deadlift Back Angle For Your Build_ Tips & Cues (1)

Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases.One of the biggest technique cues for the deadlift are the deadlift back angle.We’ve all seen lifters at the gym who deadlift with a rounded upper or even lower back. But, is this safe?The truth of the matter is that everyone … Read more

Squat Every Day: Pros, Cons, Programming (Science Based)

Squat Everyday_ Pros, Cons, Programming (Science Based)

Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases.Squatting every day sounds pretty intense.Even dedicated gym goers don’t squat every single day.Most trainers tend to squat between one to three times a week. However, there is benefit in squatting seven days a week.Doing one exercise every day can be … Read more

Ultimate Guide To Maximize Your Deadlift Grip (4 Exercises)

Ultimate Guide To Maximize Your Deadlift Grip (4 Exercises)

Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases.The deadlift is known by many  as the king of the lifts.The deadlift grip acts as an intermediary to perform the lift and engage the muscles of the forearms, lower and upper extremities (1).There are a variety of grips and accessories … Read more

Do Squats Make You Shorter? (Science Backed Answer)

Do Squats Make You Shorter_ (Science Backed Answer)

Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases.Squats are often called the king of all exercises and are a tremendous exercise for building strength and muscle.  There is an old belief that strength training, or more specifically squats can make you shorter. If we’re talking about kids or young adolescents … Read more

Do Squats Work Your Core? (Science Backed Answer)

Do Squats Work Your Core_ (Science Backed Answer)

Some links in this article are affiliate links, which means I earn from qualifying purchases.I started my lifting career with the big 3 movements: deadlifts, squats, and bench press. Slowly, I noticed my strength gains increasing but my abs were not developing. I would definitely feel my abs sore on squat days but do they actually … Read more