You don’t need a catalog of research studies to understand that the squat needs to be a key piece of any well-rounded strength program. When done right, squats recruit nearly every muscle in your legs ...
If you’re a runner, chances are you’re pleased to be out of the weights room and exercising in the great outdoors. Still, every runner needs to do strength training – it helps to boost performance and ...
Setting up in the squat rack to get under the bar is almost likened to being a muscle building rite of passage. Classed as one of the kings of compound moves, the barbell squat should be a staple in ...
The short answer: Both front squats and back squats rock. But there are some nuances that can help you optimize your routine. The main difference between front and back squats is the placement of the ...
Afront squat is a tricky exercise that many people may find uncomfortable at the beginning, but once you get hold of it you will relish its benefits for your body. Beginners sometimes struggle getting ...
THE BARBELL BACK squat is, for many guys with basic gym experience, the default version of the classic lower body exercise. You can load the bar up with lots of weight, and you'll build your big leg ...
If you’re aiming to build serious total-body muscle and strength, then you know you need to have some form of the squat in your training regimen. And very often, that means having a barbell squat in ...
If you’re a runner, chances are you’re pleased to be out of the weights room and exercising in the great outdoors. Still, every runner needs to do strength training – it helps to boost performance and ...
Meet the experts: Mike Hamlin, CSCS, is a certified strength and conditioning specialist and the founder of Everflex Fitness. Mallory Fry, CPT, is a certified personal trainer and master coach for Row ...