Do Trap Bar Shrugs Work Better Than Barbell Shrugs?

May 12, 2023 0 Comments

Table of Contents Introduction In this article I will be answering the question “do trap bar shrugs work better than barbell shrugs?”. Both shrugging variations will work the traps heavily and grow them when you use heavy weight. Is the trap bar better? This article will explore this topic in greater detail and present some …

How Heavy Should You Go On Good Mornings?

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March 28, 2023 0 Comments

Table of Contents Introduction In this article I will be answering the question “how heavy should you go on good mornings?”. Good mornings are a very good exercise for strengthening the posterior chain and improving your squat and deadlift. However, there is a lot of confusion as misinformation out there related to the good morning …

Are Back Extensions Worth Doing?

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January 18, 2023 0 Comments

Table of Contents Introduction In this article I will be answering the question “are back extensions worth doing?”. This is an important topic to discuss as there are great reasons for performing this exercise, as well as certain things that you should be aware of.  By the end of this article you will be a …

Are Snatch Grip Deadlifts Better Than Regular Deadlifts?

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January 6, 2023 0 Comments

Table of Contents Introduction In this article I will be answering the question “are snatch grip deadlifts better than regular deadlifts?”. Both the snatch grip deadlift and the regular deadlift have their place. It is a rarity in most gyms to see people performing the snatch grip deadlift. Generally you see either sumo deadlifts or …

Is Rope Climbing Better Than Pull Ups?

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December 19, 2022 0 Comments

Table of Contents Introduction In this article I will be answering the question “is rope climbing better than pull ups?”. Both are fantastic exercises that have a lot of utility for working the pulling muscles and strengthening the lats, forearms, biceps and back.  There are many benefits of rope climbing. This article will explore this …

Are Seal Rows Effective?

November 30, 2022 0 Comments

Table of Contents Introduction In this article I will be answering the question “are seal rows effective?”. Seal rows are a fantastic strict rowing variation that hits the lats and upper back really well. This exercise is brutal and will cause you a lot of upper back soreness the first few times that you try …

Should You Lower The Bar Slowly On Deadlift?

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November 7, 2022 0 Comments

Table of Contents Introduction In this article I will be answering the question “should you lower the bar slowly on deadlift?”. This is a controversial topic that divides opinion. There are those who believe that lowering the bar slowly is pointless. Others believe that there is merit to doing this. I will explore both sides …

Do Romanian Deadlifts Increase Flexibility?

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October 5, 2022 0 Comments

Table of Contents Introduction In this article I will be answering the question “do romanian deadlifts increase flexibility?”. Romanian deadlifts are a fantastic assistance exercise for the deadlift and can also be used as a standalone movement in their own right. Many high level bodybuilders exclusively use the romanian deadlift as their primary hip hinge …

Are Cable Upright Rows Safe?

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September 21, 2022 0 Comments

Table of Contents Introduction In this article I will be answering the question “are cable upright rows safe?”. Upright rows are a very controversial exercise in general and there is a lot of misinformation out there regarding this exercise. This article will look at the safety of cable upright rows and also compare with other …

Are T Bar Rows Better Than Barbell Rows?

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September 20, 2022 0 Comments

Table of Contents Introduction In this article I will be answering the question “are T bar rows better than barbell rows?”. As someone that has performed loads of different variations of rowing over the years I am well qualified to discuss this. I have done strict barbell rows, pendlay rows, cheat rows, seated cable rows, …