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shoulder health

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How to Do the Face Pull for a Stronger Upper Body

When it comes to developing an upper body that looks great and performs even better, the best coaches in powerlifting, strongman/strongwoman, weightlifting, bodybuilding, and sports performance all agree ... Continue Reading

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Better Shoulder Health With 3 Mobility Routines for Impingement Problems

The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body, so it's not surprising that it's one of the most commonly jacked-up joints as well. Nearly everyone I have worked with has messed up their shoulder at one ... Continue Reading

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Alternatives to the Big 3 Lifts

You can’t go wrong with the back squat, deadlift, and bench press—the classic big three powerlifting movements. Train them regularly and you will gain strength, especially if you’re new to ... Continue Reading

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Improve Your Front Rack Position

Does being in the front rack position cause you to make an ugly pain face? Does it feel like one person is breaking your wrists, while another is aggressively pinching your shoulders when you're in ... Continue Reading

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Solving Shoulder Injuries for Gym Bros

The shoulder is one of the most frequently injured joints among gym rats. The shoulder is one of the most complex joints in the human body. Due to its extremely wide range of mobility, it can often be ... Continue Reading

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Holistic Strategies to End Shoulder Pain

I am regularly contacted by fellow martial artists, trainers, and fitness enthusiasts about shoulder pain. Chronic shoulder pain, the kind that keeps people up at night, wanting to saw their shoulder off ... Continue Reading

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Get Your Shoulders Under Control

If you close your eyes and imagine your entire right arm, from your fingertips all the way up, where does your image of your arm stop? Does it include your collarbone or your breastbone? What about the ... Continue Reading

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Train Your Body to Love Holding Heavy Weights Overhead

The waiter’s walk might be one of your best tools to build shoulder stability and strength. A waiter’s walk is performed by simply holding a weight overhead and walking. I recommend using a kettlebell, ... Continue Reading

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The Shoulder Cure Exercise

The big three areas that keep people from progressing in their training are backs, knees, and shoulders. Unfortunately, most people think that they are all distinctly different issues. But when you ... Continue Reading

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