Strongman Training: Benefits, Equipment, Techniques, and How to Get Started
Strongman training involves lifting, carrying, and moving unusually shaped, heavy objects to build functional strength and mental fortitude, requiring...
By Alex
Category: Strength Training
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Squat Plateaus: Causes, Solutions, and When to Seek Help
Squat strength plateaus typically stem from suboptimal technique, flawed programming, insufficient recovery, or neglected accessory work, requiring sy...
By Jordan
Hammer Curl: Muscles Targeted, Benefits, and Proper Technique
The hammer curl primarily targets the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles due to its neutral grip, while also engaging both heads of the biceps bra...
By Alex
Barbell Curl: Proper Form, Muscles Engaged, and Common Mistakes
To effectively perform a barbell curl, stand with feet shoulder-width apart, grip the bar palms-up, keep elbows tucked, and slowly curl the bar upward...
By Hart
Eddie Hall's Dumbbell Press: Feats, Biomechanics, Training, and Safety
Eddie Hall has demonstrated immense strength in the dumbbell press, notably pressing a 150kg (330 lbs) single dumbbell overhead and completing 10 repe...
By Hart
Cable Row Exercises: Form, Benefits, Variations, and Mistakes to Avoid
To perform a cable row effectively, sit with your feet braced, maintain a neutral spine, and pull the handle towards your lower abdomen by retracting ...
By Alex
Pull-Down Exercise: Proper Form, Muscles Worked, Variations, and Optimization
Pull-downs are a fundamental strength training exercise targeting the latissimus dorsi, requiring proper setup, controlled execution with scapular dep...
By Jordan
Wrist Straps: Proper Fit, Usage, and Benefits for Lifting
Wrist straps should fit snugly around the wrist, providing a secure anchor to the bar, effectively bypassing grip fatigue without compromising wrist m...
By Alex
Stretch Sets: What They Are, How to Incorporate Them, and Their Benefits
A stretch set involves holding a muscle in its maximally lengthened position under load for 15-30 seconds, typically at the end of a working set, to e...
By Alex
