Hailing from Russia, Smolov training is a type of training specifically designed to improve your squatting abilities. It’s an incredibly tough routine, certainly not for those without the will to succeed, however the results it brings can be quite stunning, with many often finding that they can increase their squat thrusts by 100lb in just 13 weeks. Smolov training hasn’t actually been around for that long, as it was…
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How To Squat: Layne Norton’s Squat Tutorial
Deadlifting: Use Proper Form to Avoid Injury
Like squats, the deadlift is a powerful exercise that works multiple muscle groups at the same time. But form is everything when deadlifting. Do it the right way, and you’ll see impressive gains. Do it the wrong way, and you’ll see nothing – or worse, you’ll injure your back. Use the tips below to correct your form, and avoid injury in the process. Keep Your Back Straight When deadlifting, it’s…
Why Proper Squat Form Matters – And How to Master It
Squats are a full body workout. When performed with proper form, this one move will work your lower body, abdominal muscles, shoulders, upper back, and arms. But if your form is off, you won’t see the gains that you’re after. You may also injure your back and knees in the process. How to Squat Properly For maximum safety, use the power rack when squatting. Make sure that the horizontal safety…
The 4 Most Common Bench Press Variations
There’s only one way to do a bench press – right? Wrong. This classic exercise is probably already in your workout routine, but what you may not know is that there are several different variations that you can incorporate into your regimen to boost your results and work different muscles. Some common bench press variations include: 1. Inclined Bench Press As you may have guessed, the inclined bench press is…