There’s a paradox in strength training that doesn’t get talked about enough. Here’s how we are used to learning new skills: Now consider strength training. Like most new things, it’s challenging and more than a little scary in the beginning. Especially joining a gym for the first time. (Why is everyone looking at me? Am I … Read more
I have a few pastimes. I enjoy reading the occasional book, I like composting (it’s awesome), and I compete in powerlifting. The pic above is from one of my powerlifting competitions. I’m deadlifting 260 kg (that’s 573 lbs in freedom units) for a PR. The thing about deadlifting – and any training, whatever your goal is – is that it’s not … Read more
So, you want to build muscle at home, where your living room becomes your personal fitness center? You’re in the right place! This article discusses the benefits and drawbacks of working out at home and the best home exercises to build muscle. In addition, you’ll find many great workouts and training programs to help you … Read more
Key Points: *** For as long as I’ve been interested in strength training, there has been a notion that free weight training is more “functional” and better for athleticism than machine-based training. Rewind the clock even further, and you have the heated discussions about whether strength training is at all beneficial for athletes or if … Read more
When I began strength training many years ago, I did every bicep and tricep exercise I could find. My idea of being big and strong began and ended with a mental image of big upper arms, so, naturally, that’s what I was training. And sure, my arms grew. A little. But the rest of my … Read more
I have used kettlebells in my training quite a bit over the years. Sometimes more, sometimes less, but almost always to at least some extent. Every now and then, when I’ve felt extra cocky, I’ve tried my hand at what is called kettlebell juggling. It is exactly what it sounds like: Juggling large steel balls … Read more
In this article, we review 15 advanced strength training techniques to help you take your workouts to the next level. They go beyond standard training methods and allow you to do more, work harder, and improve your gains. Be aware that they called advanced for a good reason. While they can help boost your training … Read more
In this article, you’ll find what we consider the 10 best exercises to build muscle—exercises that belong in every workout routine and for everyone looking for the fast track to muscle growth. From essentials like the squat and the bench press to bodyweight exercises like pull-ups and push-ups, these exercises give you the most bang … Read more
The barbell deadlift is one of my favorite strength exercises. I love the bench press and the squat, but the deadlift is the one that “clicked” for me first and that have always felt the most natural. My best deadlift to date is 260 kg (573 lb), and here is the receipt: I’m currently in … Read more
Which is better for building muscle and strength: the trap bar deadlift or the traditional barbell deadlift? And if you only train trap bar deadlifts – are you missing out? While the two exercises and the muscles they work are similar, there are still some differences. In this post, I’ll go over thirteen benefits of … Read more