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31 Jan The 5 Best Barbell Exercises On The Planet

Posted at 01:59h in Barbells 0 Comments

Why would I write an article that would seem to be such common sense? I've learned that common sense is not always common practice. The reason I'm writing this article is because I recently came across a similar article on this topic. Have to say, I was shocked at what I saw what was listed as the “best barbell” exercises. It was one of the those articles that I was just shaking my head in disbelief thinking - “Really? Does the author seriously believe these are the best barbell exercises??” It occurred to me that maybe there is a misunderstanding about what the most valuable barbell exercises are. That’s when I decided to write this.

26 May Straight Bar Vs. Hex Bar Deadlifts – Is One Better Than The Other?

Posted at 12:03h in Performance 0 Comments

There's a brand new study comparing muscle activation and power with the straight bar versus the hex bar deadlift. Is one style or variation better than the other? This study definitely sheds some light on that question. And it’s also a really interesting and exciting study, so let's take a look. The new study comes from the May 2016 issue of the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research. The title of the study is An Examination of Muscle Activation and Power Characteristics While Performing The Deadlift Exercise With Straight and Hexagonal Barbells.

23 Mar How To Get The Results You Want

Posted at 13:05h in Barbells, Kettlebells 3 Comments

If we truly want results, it's really important that we focus on just one goal at a time. Here's why. Things become diluted when we chase too many different things at once. Sure, I want to be really strong, hack body fat, build lean muscle, move like a...

17 Jan The King of Back Exercises?

Posted at 16:58h in Barbells 0 Comments

What exercise comes to your mind when you think of the king of back exercises? I'm pretty sure you'll agree it's the barbell deadlift. If you agree, are you doing it? The barbell deadlift is, arguably, the greatest all-time lift to improve functional performance and build superior back...

30 Oct Better Powerlifting: 7 Ways To Prepare For The StrongFirst Barbell Certification

Posted at 15:18h in Barbells, Strength Training 1 Comment

... 6-Pick a solid program to get you focused on the lifts. Pick a program that will allow you to practice the lifts you need and get your stronger in the process. Again, think about strength and technique here. Personally, I've been training with barbells for many years, but...

01 Oct 5 Ways To A Better Barbell Military Press.

Posted at 21:23h in Barbells, Strength Training 0 Comments

... GRIP When you grab the bar in your set up, grip the bar firmly to increase muscular tension in the arms and upper body. Be sure to wrap your thumbs around the bar (do not use a thumbless grip) and make sure the bar is secure in your...

13 Jul Barbells, Kettlebells, And The Link To 31 Things We All Want…

Posted at 07:27h in Barbells, Kettlebells 1 Comment

... I keep saying this, but it's all about one thing: FUNDAMENTALS. Master the fundamentals, progress the fundamentals, get massive results, end of story. Barbells and kettlebells will give us everything we want, if we truly understand this and learn how to use these powerful tools properly. Again, don't...

06 Feb 7 Key Tips to Improve Your Barbell Squat

Posted at 12:58h in Barbells, Strength Training 3 Comments

You already know that the barbell back squat is a sure-fire way to radically improve total body strength, correct? Arguably, it's the best exercise for increasing full body strength and overall muscle mass. The problem lies in getting the exercise right. The back squat is one of the most...