Sports fans are all too familiar with the scene: a beloved player dashing across the field, leaving their opponents in the dust, and the crowd roaring with anticipation as they prepare to score. However, all too often, the player collapses seemingly out of nowhere, gripping the back of their thigh in agony. This injury is a hamstring strain and can be incredibly painful and debilitating. The … [Read more...]

They say, "you gotta row to grow." And what they're (almost always) referring to is the big, basic, bent-over barbell row. The barbell row is one of the most challenging exercises you can implement into your back workouts. The barbell row is often considered one of the most fundamental exercises, right up there with the Big Three power lifts — squat, bench press, and deadlift because it's a … [Read more...]

If you're unfamiliar with the Pendlay row, you're likely missing out on the primary benefits of performing this exercise. The Pendlay row, a close variation of the bent-over barbell row, is a weightlifting exercise that focuses on strengthening and developing the back muscles used in pulling movements. Developed by USA Weightlifting coach Glenn Pendlay, this exercise has become a popular go-to … [Read more...]

Should you train to failure? This is a complex topic, with many different things to look at. We can't give a black-or-white answer because there isn't one. What we can do is look at the bigger picture (both anecdotal and scientific evidence) and come up with the most accurate and unbiased answer. By the end of this article, you'll have a much better idea of what training to failure is and … [Read more...]

  "You need to squat" is something you'll often hear if you go to gyms regularly. At face value, it's undoubtedly helpful advice. Doing a squat strengthens your leg muscles and your core and upper-body muscles. Squatting is a general movement pattern and not just one specific exercise. Telling someone to squat is like telling them to eat because everyone should do it. It's … [Read more...]

Have you ever tried to lose weight and found that your progress eventually slowed to a crawl—or came to a grinding halt? Sometimes, when you're in the middle of a fat-loss program, you grow so fixated on the process that you don't step back and make sure that what you're doing makes sense. When it comes to dieting, misinformation often reigns. An effective weight management strategy combines … [Read more...]

The clean and press and the deadlift are two types of lifts often seen in Olympic weightlifting and powerlifting competitions. This article looks closely at two workout moves sure to make you sweat. Dumbbell Clean and Press The clean & press is a good choice for building muscle, strength, and explosiveness. You can do it with dumbbells. The dumbbell clean and press may be a better choice … [Read more...]

We decided to determine the ten best biceps exercises using several parameters, including the following: Ease of learning and performing Total muscle stimulation and intensity Popularity among diehard lifters and bodybuilders Availability of equipment in commercial gyms You don't have to consider this a definitive list. Besides, it's the journey that keeps your interest in fitness … [Read more...]

  If you are new to the gym, you may have seen people lifting weights using various exercises such as pressing, pulling, or swinging them around. The kettlebell can help you build muscle, burn fat, and develop cardiovascular fitness and work capacity. Don't worry if you don't have enough space for a complete home gym. If you want to improve your fitness, using a single kettlebell is a … [Read more...]

A strong lower body is essential to so many everyday functional movements. Your lower body strength allows you to live your life. Moves as simple as climbing steps or squatting to pick up something require strength and stabilization—you guessed it!—your legs. Plus, leg workouts naturally engage other muscles in the process. For example, consider a squat. You'll engage your glutes, quads, and … [Read more...]