How Wide Should You Do Dips? (Solved!)

How Wide Should You Do Dips

So, you want to know, “How Wide Should You Do Dips?” I’m sure you’re aware of what a fantastic upper-body exercise dips are. In fact, there are few better movements that work the chest, shoulders, and triceps as well. That being said, there is often confusion about exactly how wide you should go when doing … Read more

Is Mixed Grip Better Than Straps? (Deadlifts Explained!)

Is Mixed Grip Better Than Straps

I’m sure you’re aware that the main limiting factor for deadlifts is your grip. We all typically start a deadlifting session with a double overhand grip. However, it’s not too long before you find that your grip starts to fail. With that being said, you know that you’ve still got plenty more in the tank. … Read more

Why Do I Feel Deadlift in Chest? (Solved!)

Feel Deadlift in Chest

It actually sounds completely wrong to say, “Why Do I Feel Deadlift in Chest?” I mean, deadlifts are probably one of the greatest posterior chain exercises ever. So, if you’re going to “feel” deadlifts anywhere, surely it will be in the muscle groups at the back of the body. However, I know that I myself … Read more

Why Do I Feel Bench Press in My Glutes? (Explained!)

Feel Bench Press in Glutes

Of all the places in the world, Why Do I Feel Bench Press in My Glutes? As weird as it sounds, it’s something that you may have experienced in the gym. Granted, you’re probably more likely to feel your front delts or triceps when you bench. Then again, there is a possibility that you may … Read more

Why Does My Back Bruise When I Bench Press? (Solved!)

Back Bruise From Bench Press

It sounds really weird to even say, “Why Does My Back Bruise When I Bench Press?” I mean, you wouldn’t typically expect to get bruises without something coming into contact with the body. Plus, bruising on your back from bench pressing just doesn’t seem right. So, is this a cause for concern? Are you benching … Read more

Quads Burning From Leg Extensions? Here’s Why & How to Fix it!

A Muscular Man Performing Leg Extensions

The main reason that leg extensions burn so bad is because they are a single-joint exercise, so you are solely focused on working the quads alone. Furthermore, you will typically keep constant tension, do reps at a slower pace, and are more likely to perform drop sets with leg extensions. The intensity of exercise can … Read more

Rows and Pull Ups: Are They Enough For Back Training or Do You Need More?

A Man Performing Pull Ups With a Loaded Barbell in Front of Him

Rows and Pull Ups are more than enough to train the upper back muscles. Pull ups are considered one of the best exercises for lat development. Whereas rows are ideal for strengthening the lats, traps, and rhomboids. Back Workouts From the Golden Era of Bodybuilding I’m a massive fan of the Golden Era of Bodybuilding. … Read more

What’s the Ideal Bicep Curl to Tricep Extension Ratio? (Solved!)

Bicep Curl to Tricep Extension Ratio

Interested in figuring out the perfect Bicep Curl to Tricep Extension Ratio? You know that if you want a great set of arms then you’ll need to train both biceps and triceps. Plus, biceps curls and tricep extensions are two of the best exercises to achieve this. However, if you’ve ever tried to lift the … Read more