Radial and ulnar flexion are two unrehearsed motor patterns that you should train periodically. Learn where to place these movements in a periodization plan with other wrist and forearm exercises at this LINK.
Check out the new addition to the family. It’s called the Tib Bar and as the name implies, it works the tibialis anterior, a muscle that is often overlooked and undertrained. For a balanced approach to lower leg training, make sure to include regular work for the tibialis anterior. In the past, I’ve shown you…
It’s such a mad world these days that many people neglect to train their tibialis anterior. This is one muscle you should give a “shin” about! The tibialis anterior rarely gets any attention, but for muscle balance, you should train it directly at least every other program. A resistance band is a great way to…
The general rule of thumb with step-ups is height before load: determine the appropriate height first, then choose an appropriate load to accomplish the reps you plan to perform. With the side step-up in particular, the maximum height is determined by how far forward you can move the working knee, or put simply, how much…
When performing a One-Arm French Press, I prefer to use a rope attached to a mid-pulley rather than a bulky dumbbell. There’s ample clearance with the rope and the pulley provides smooth and constant tension throughout the movement. A dumbbell can be cumbersome and often people tilt their head forward to avoid a concussion!
It can be hard to work out with so many distractions and difficulties keeping us from the gym. When we are able to work out, focusing on the exercise and blocking out distractions can be even harder. Too often, we power through a workout and check it off the list without thinking about how to…
It can be hard to work out with so many distractions and difficulties keeping us from the gym. When we are able to work out, focusing on the exercise and blocking out distractions can be even harder. Too often, we power through a workout and check it off the list without thinking about how to…
Health experts warn that a lingering effect of the coronavirus pandemic could be a mental health crisis. While therapy and medications for stress and anxiety are often necessary, the foods you eat can also play a role in your well-being. An American Psychiatric Association poll released in March found that 36% of Americans felt the…
Did you know that more than 40% of participants drop a fitness course shortly after it begins if they attend on their own? But if they work out with a friend, the dropout rate decreases to 6%. This suggests that one of the best reasons for exercising with friends is the social interaction. People who…
This quick workout takes less than 20 minutes and can be done almost anywhere. You’ve got two goals: Maximize your calorie burn, Train your fitness for more intensity, High Intensity Interval Training (HIIT) maximizes your calorie burn by keeping your heart rate high enough during the workout that your body burns calories long after you’re…