While the most efficient path for a lot of exercises is moving a bar or weight in a straight line, the bench press is an entirely different beast. For the bench press, moving the bar through a straight up and down movement can actually work against you, especially if you’re looking for strength gains. Think of it...

You might find it hard to believe but there are a ton of benefits to carrying heavy objects over a distance. In a gym setting, we call this exercise a weighted carry or farmer carry, when you pick up heavy objects, walk with them around a predetermined route, then place them back down.  You might be thinking, “I...

Being aware of how you breathe while exercising is extremely important, especially when lifting. The simple act of changing how you breathe will help you get more out of your lifts. One particular method of breathing, the valsalva maneuver, can play a substantial role in the lifting process and ultimately help you improve your strength....

There’s no doubt that some single leg exercises are a b#@$h to get through. Namely because they’re as much mentally challenging as they are physical to perform. Despite their difficulty however, if you’re avoiding them, you should seriously reconsider. Single leg, or unilateral exercises have a ton of applications and are really key in building strength,...

If you’re looking for ways to improve your squat strength without actually having to do more squats, integrating the low-setting trap bar deadlift into a 4-week training block is a great way to do it. This may seem a little counter-intuitive because of the “deadlift” label, but trust me, it works. Here’s why… The position of your body...