Upright rows for bigger, stronger shoulders
With ‘row’ type exercises being one of the most effective additions to your back and shoulder workouts, following on from our article on bent over…
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…
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…
Improving your squat technique
As with any exercise, arguably the most important aspect is your squat technique when performing the movement. Although you may need to lower the weight…