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How to Do the Reverse Biceps Curl for Complete Arm Development

For most lifters, a week full of workouts just isn’t complete without some tickets to the gun show. But good arm training goes beyond simply ripping through some biceps curls and triceps pressdowns. There ... Continue Reading

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Should You Train the Deadlift on Back Day or Leg Day? What to Know for Results and Recovery

“Doubling up” can be a good thing — A doubleheader at the ballpark, double meat in your burrito bowl, and a double shot of espresso to jump-start the day. But it can also be, well, double trouble — Double ... Continue Reading

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How to Do the Dumbbell Split Squat for Single-Leg Size and Strength

When it’s time to train your lower body, barbell back squats get plenty of attention, but single-leg training should spend more time in the spotlight. In particular, it’s worth focusing on the dumbbell ... Continue Reading

A person doing a barbell bench press.

The Ultimate Bench Press Workout to Increase Strength and Muscle

The ever-popular bench press has built its reputation over the last few decades as a rite of passage, a trial by fire, and a founding member of the powerlifting "big three." This exercise is all that, and ... Continue Reading

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The 4 Best Pull-Up Alternatives for Back Strength and Muscle

The pull-up is what many experienced trainers refer to as the “king of upper body exercises.” Although the common gym narrative is to test your worth by finding out how much you bench press, there’s so ... Continue Reading

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How to Do the Bear Plank for Stronger Abs and Total-Body Stability

Everyone in the gym has their own ideas about ab training. And the majority of people seem to hate it. It’s the one thing most lifters leave to the end of their workout in favor of movements for other body ... Continue Reading

How to Do the Dumbbell Front Squat for Leg Size and Strength

Imagine this: It’s peak hour at your gym and you've spent all day looking forward to attacking some front squats, but the wait for a squat rack is longer than the line at the smoothie bar on half-price ... Continue Reading

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Try These 11 Front Squat Alternatives for Powerful Legs and a Stronger Core

The front squat is a staple movement for Olympic weightlifters, CrossFit athletes, and countless other strength-focused lifters. However, some find the unique bar position to be a limiting factor because ... Continue Reading

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12 Common Deadlift Mistakes and How to Fix Them

To be blunt, deadlifting is awesome. Once you get hooked, you are hooked for life. It is arguably the best test of full-body strength, and the deadlift will never lie to you. You can either grip it and rip ... Continue Reading

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How to Do the Kettlebell Deadlift for Lower Body Size and Strength

When a new lifter finally gets a kettlebell in their hands, the swing is typically one of the first exercises they try. But it shouldn’t be. The swing is arguably the most popular kettlebell exercise and ... Continue Reading

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8 Overhead Press Variations for Stronger Shoulders

Everyone talks about "International bench day," but there’s nothing quite like pressing something heavy overhead. It’s pretty much the most innate display of strength. When little kids want to impress ... Continue Reading

A person doing dumbbell pullovers.

How to Do the Dumbbell Pullover for Upper Body Muscle and Mobility

Maybe you first saw the pullover performed in low-res videos of Golden-era bodybuilders. Now, it’s common to see in commercial fitness centers, rehabilitation facilities, and home gyms. The dumbbell ... Continue Reading

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15 Deadlift Variations for Muscle, Strength, and More

The deadlift is considered by many lifters to be the king of exercises. It could be considered the ultimate display of full-body strength, and it's likely an exercise that recruits the most muscles in the ... Continue Reading

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The Only Airport Workout You’ll Need When Traveling

Travel season is upon us. For many, that means spending time in airports. Aside from the expected overpriced bottled water, bad chain restaurant food, and long lines for much-needed coffee, airport travel ... Continue Reading

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How to Do the Renegade Row for Conditioning and Core Strength

The recent rise (and arguably unnecessary obsession) with "functional training" has seen the renegade row become a staple in CrossFit, fitness boot camps, and bodyweight workouts across the world. It's ... Continue Reading

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Dumbbell vs. Barbell Bench Press: Choose the Right Upper-Body Builder

Ahh, the mythical bench press. It holds a special place in many lifters' hearts. The draw of a muscular chest, rounded shoulders, and bulging triceps is what makes many fall in love with benching, either ... Continue Reading

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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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5 Goblet Squat Variations for Leg Strength and Mobility

Some lifters think they don't "need" to do the goblet squat, usually because they can load more weight onto a barbell. But the goblet squat really is one of the most efficient exercises you can do. It's ... Continue Reading

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Try These Hotel Workouts to Stay Fit During Holiday Travel

Travel is inevitably associated with a departure from normal routine, but regular resistance exercise is one habit you don’t want to leave behind.  Resistance training helps to maintain and improve ... Continue Reading

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How to Do the Turkish Get-Up for Total-Body Strength and Conditioning

Talk to anyone in your average gym about training to build conditioning or cut body fat, and the Turkish get-up is probably not going to be one of the first exercises mentioned, if it comes up at all. It ... Continue Reading

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How to Do the Russian Twist for Powerful Abs

If you listed the most popular ab exercises, there would be some familiar contenders like crunches, planks, and leg raises, no doubt. But one dark horse in the race is the Russian twist. You'll see it ... Continue Reading

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10 Lateral Raise Variations For Bigger Shoulders

If you care about creating an aesthetic physique, then you have engaged in the quest of the coveted v-taper — broad shoulders and a wide back leading down to a slim but hardened midsection. The ... Continue Reading

Muscular person in gym curling dumbbell

Hammer Curls vs. Biceps Curls: The Battle for Bigger Arms

It doesn't take much to convince most people in the gym to curl. If you want an impressive physique, an intense pump, and more strength in the gym, you'll find time to do some curls. But with so many ... Continue Reading

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7 Fitness Tips for a Healthier Thanksgiving

Whether you celebrate Thanksgiving formally or just see the end of November as the beginning of a drawn-out “holiday season,” many people spend the day eating, drinking, and being merry with friends and ... Continue Reading

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