I often start panicking that all the squat racks are taken before I’ve even left home. Why? Unfortunately, I go to a commercial gym which only has one squat rack. Yes, I know I could go to a “better gym”, but hey, this one’s close to home, I know where everything is, and I feel … Read more
The first time you ever used a squat rack you probably didn’t care whether you should be facing in or out. In fact, you probably saw someone else squatting and copied their technique. That’s great, as long as they were squatting the right way. Oh yes, there’s definitely a right way and a wrong way … Read more
Who else has wondered, “Should I Bench in the Power Rack?” We’ve all been there. You want to bench press, but you also want to go heavy. You realise that there are certain safety concerns, especially if you’re benching without a spotter. That being said, you don’t want to be viewed as “one of those … Read more
So, you want to know, “Does Slingshot Increase Raw Bench?” I’m pretty sure that most of us would give our right arm to see a significant increase in raw bench press. However, as much as you eat and train, often you find that your gains aren’t overly impressive. Enter the slingshot. You’ve no doubt seen … Read more
Rowing is a fantastic exercise that provides a full–body workout. However, many users who regularly use the rowing machine complain of mid-pack pain. So, allow me to reveal why this occurs and how you can fix it. Mid-back pain from the rowing machine typically comes down to you using your spine rather than your hips. … Read more
It has to be the most commonly-asked question about rowing, “Why Are My Knees Sore After Rowing Machine?” I’m sure you’re aware of just how fantastic a workout you can get from the rowing machine. In fact, if you’re looking to lose weight, burn body fat, or simply to improve your overall conditioning, then the … Read more
The 2-Minute Dead Hang Challenge has been all the rage for a number of years now. And if you’ve ever attempted the challenge you’ll know just how hard it is. Fairs, festivals, parks, and beaches all over the world typically offer a prize, say $100-$200, if anyone is able to hang from a bar for … Read more
I’m sure you’ve wondered, “Can You Do Bicep Curls With Kettlebells?” Most of us typically head straight for a barbell or dumbbells when it comes to performing bicep curls. However, that doesn’t stop you wanting to add some variety to your training. Kettlebells provide an obvious solution, although it’s difficult to determine whether they’ll be … Read more
It’s the age-old question that we all want an answer to, “Should I Do Cardio or Abs First?” You know as well as me that in order to produce a great set of abs you’ll need to get your body fat percentage quite low. So, this typically means that you’ll train certain compound exercises, cardio, … Read more
It’s something you’ve always wanted to know but have never asked, “Can Hand Grippers Build Forearms?” There’s nothing that screams strength and power like a set of bulging, Popeyesque forearms. However, it’s not a muscle group that many of us train on a regular basis. In fact, I’m sure you may have potentially never trained … Read more