Health and Fitness Articles
6 Deltoid Exercises To Build Stronger Shoulders
In order to get the most from your deltoid exercises, you need to work this muscle from every angle, strengthening your front, middle, and rear deltoids. I’ll walk you through various exercises to help you build all-around stronger deltoids.
Lunges vs. Squats: Which Exercise Wins on Leg Day?
In the battle of lunges vs. squats, there’s no clear winner. Both provide different benefits and both should be part of your routine. Here’s a look at the effects of each and how to use and modify them in your workouts.
Can’t Deadlift? Here Are the Most Effective Deadlift Alternatives
Deadlifts are one of the most effective exercises for targeting multiple muscle groups at once. If at all possible, you should do them. If not, these six deadlift alternatives will help you achieve similar results.
How To Perform Sissy Squats, Plus 3 Variations
No, sissy squats don’t have anything to do with poor form. Learn all about this incredibly tough leg exercise with tutorials on how to do the basic sissy squat plus three creative variations to make it easier or harder.
5 Ways To Make Air Squats More Challenging (Without Adding Weight)
Air squats may just be one of the most popular and efficient exercises in fitness. Learn why air squats are a favorite exercise of so many trainers. Plus, you'll see how to tweak a simple air squat to make it harder.
Hindu Squats: The Bodyweight Move That Tests Your Glutes, Quads, and Hamstrings
Learn how to do a unique squat exercise: the Hindu squat. Like other types of squats, Hindu squats challenge your hamstrings, glutes, quads, and core — all in one movement. Plus, you don't need any fancy gym equipment or a great deal of space to perform them.
The Secret To Athletic Performance: A Strong Posterior Chain
One of the most effective ways to improve athletic performance is to build a strong posterior chain. Learn what it is, why it’s important, how you can improve posterior chain mobility, and most importantly how to strengthen it.
Concentric vs. Eccentric Exercises: How They Affect Your Muscles
If you need more strength or power, you’re probably doing concentric and eccentric exercises. We’ll share the differences between these types of contractions and how to incorporate them into your training plan for the highest level of effectiveness.