The query, “Are Shrugs Worth Doing?” is often asked. When it comes to shrugs there are two very clear camps. Those who swear by doing shrugs for trap development and those who claim they have absolutely no effect. Look, we all want a great set of looking traps. In fact, I’ve often heard traps described … Read more
I’m sure I’m not alone in questioning, “Is it fine to work on shoulders the day following a back workout?” If you’re using a typical “bro-split”, it can often be difficult to decide what order to train the muscle groups. I mean, it seems that certain muscle groups impact others. So, when you initially look … Read more
Have you ever had shoulder bruises because of squats? If so, I’m sure you’re wondering whether this is normal. Should you wear these bruises as a badge of honour or are you doing something wrong? I’ll now explain everything you need to know about squat bruises and what you can do about it. Shoulder Bruises … Read more
The primary distinction between an overhead press and a military press is predicated on the positioning of your feet and the manner in which you elevate the weight overhead. Standard overhead presses typically have your feet spaced out to shoulder-width. Conversely, the military press mandates your heels to be in contact. This necessitates significantly more … Read more
So, you want to know whether you should arch your back when shoulder pressing. An arch of the back is typically viewed as acceptable when you bench press. This is probably due to the fact that you are supporting much of the weight with a bench. However, there is no such “support” when you should … Read more
Who else wants to know, “Can I Do Deadlifts With a Rotator Cuff Injury?” An injury, any injury, is something that we all dread. There’s nothing worse than getting into a rhythm at the gym and then having your workouts cut short due to a strain, a sprain, a tear, or whatever else. More often … Read more
Lateral raises are without doubt a great exercise. In fact, many of us perform the movement for purely aesthetic purposes. So, would it be better or worse for you to be doing lateral raises every day? You can do lateral raises every day, and you should also see some great improvements in size, strength, and … Read more
It’s a question I see and hear a lot, “Why Do My Shoulders Feel Sore After Jump Rope?” Jumping rope is without doubt one of the best cardiovascular exercises you can possibly do. Don’t believe me? Try jumping rope for as long as most people typically do steady-state cardio. There’s no contest. However, I know … Read more
Who’s asked, “Why Do Shoulders Never Get Sore?” It’s a given that after leg day your legs are sore. Following back day you get DOMS in your lats, biceps, and forearms. And even your pecs and triceps are on fire following chest day. In fact, you can even feel your front delts after benching and … Read more
Anyone else who can’t feel traps when doing shrugs? Traps have often been described as the new abs. Basically, nothing screams power, strength, and athleticism more than a muscular set of traps. Shrugs are typically seen as the “go-to” exercise when it comes to training traps. However, there’s nothing more annoying than not being able … Read more