Weight lifting belts, shoes, gloves, wraps, straps, etc... I’m sure you’ve seen them around the gym and for sale online. Have you ever wondered what purpose they serve? How much of a difference do they make in your workouts? Are they worth the money? Do you really need any of...
Free Weights vs. Machines – which are better?
Most commercial gyms carry both free weights and machines. Which ones you should use? The short answer is that free weights are generally better for muscular development, but machines have certain advantages that can be used to enhance your workouts. Here’s a breakdown of the advantages of each. Advantages of...
Tips for Your First Powerlifting Meet
Over the years, I’ve seen countless first-time powerlifting competitors make the same mistakes. Follow these tips to avoid those mistakes and have an awesome experience at your first meet. Know your federation’s rules and commands. Nothing will take the wind out of your sails more than lifting a weight only...
How To Warm Up For Lifting Weights
Many weight lifters are lazy about warming up. Are you one of them? Ironically, warming up properly is one of the easiest things you can do to get better results in the gym. It doesn’t take long and doesn’t take much energy. All you need is a little guidance and...
Bear Crawls and Animal Movements for Core Development
So you want great core strength and awesome abs? Sorry to break the news, but crunches and the ab machine at the gym aren’t going to get you there. The abdominals are a large and complex muscle group best developed by movements that force you stabilize your spine. Basic barbell...
