Barbell rows for a bigger, stronger back
If you are looking to make the quickest and most noticeable gains in upper body strength, there’s no doubt that compound exercises are the most…
Overhead press for bigger shoulders
The gain in popularity of the overhead press prior to the 1972 Olympics was partly due to the exercise being an Olympic lift. Unfortunately there…
Chest exercises to break a bench press plateau
As with any of the ‘big 3’ exercises, there will inevitably come a time where you reach a plateau with your strength in the exercise….
One rep max weightlifting – How to prepare
What is a one rep max? If you are a bodybuilder, powerlifter or strength athlete then a one rep max probably needs no explanation. For…
Back exercises to increase your deadlift
[two_fifth][ads1][ads1][ads1][/two_fifth][three_fifth_last]Whether you are trying to increase your deadlift for competitive powerlifting or simply to achieve your own personal goals, eventually we all hit a plateau….
Lifting straps for deadlifts – Should you be using them?
[two_fifth][ads1][ads1][ads1][/two_fifth][three_fifth_last]Whether you have been weightlifting for many years or just starting a workout plan, you have probably heard of weightlifting straps or seen them being…
Deadlift Technique – Increase your strength and prevent injury
[two_fifth][ads1][ads1][ads1][/two_fifth][three_fifth_last]The most important part of any lift is your technique, which is particularly important with deadlifts. If your deadlift technique is wrong and you continue…
Why leg extensions are still important
Leg extensions are an exercise that is usually performed from a seated position in a cable machine with a weight stack, although there are designs…
Tricep pushdowns for bigger arms
For an effective tricep workout that works all three heads of the muscle to failure, it’s usually best to combine one of each of the…
Tricep extensions for bigger arms
For many people looking to build muscle, the arms are often the area most talked about and the muscle group that people will work hardest…