Step-by-step guides to 979 exercises. Each one covers setup, form cues, the muscles worked, common mistakes and variations. Pick a body area, start with the guides lifters use most, or find a swap for a movement you can't do.
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Calf jumps, also called pogo jumps, are an effective exercise for improving ankle stiffness, stability, and strength. Athletes and regular gym goers benefit from calf jumps…
Sled pushes are highly effective for developing explosive lower body strength. Research indicates that athletes who incorporate sled pushes into their training, regardless of the load,…
Squats are often called the king of exercises. This is a title they undoubtedly deserve, as few movements have the potential to build muscle, strength, and…
When it comes to getting in shape, many people think complicated workouts and diets are the way to go. They believe the more complex a method…
As a former powerlifter, I’ve done more than my fair share of deadlifts. In fact, I’d say the deadlift is my favorite barbell exercise. Based on…
I am something of an exercise traditionalist. I don’t go in for fad workouts and new-fangled diets. Instead, I prefer time-honored, proven methods for getting fit,…
We all want to build a massive chest. To achieve that goal, most primarily rely on different variations of the bench press with heavy weights to…
Medicine ball throws are incredibly effective for building explosive power and strengthening the core. Most medicine ball throw exercises combine elements of a push press, a…
Bent-over rowing exercises can be challenging for beginners as they place significant strain on the lower back. Even experienced lifters employ significant body English during rowing…
Studies have shown that the difference between narrow and wide grips when performing chest press exercises isn’t massive (1). However, it is still significant enough for…
People often assume that fitness professionals are always motivated to exercise and find staying in shape easy. However, as a personal trainer with over 30 years…
The heel walk is not very popular amongst gym-goers, but adding it to your routine can have far-reaching benefits, including boosted lower leg development, peak upper…
The one-arm dumbbell bench press is an excellent unilateral chest exercise widely used by elite athletes. However, regular gym goers can also greatly benefit from this…
The cable press around is a fantastic unilateral exercise for building chest size and strength as it enables a deep stretch at the bottom and peak…
The deficit Pendlay row is an incredibly effective exercise for building a thick, wide, and muscular back and raw pulling strength. This bent-over row variation involves…
As a personal trainer with over seven years of hands-on experience, I have helped hundreds of people build bigger calves. In this article, I take you…
Plyometric push-ups can significantly benefit your power and strength development. They require substantial contraction of your fast-twitch muscle fibers and are excellent for athletes and regular…
The pin bench press is an excellent exercise for overloading the chest and triceps and building lockout strength. The top half of the bench press range…
Block cleans are a variation of cleans used by Olympic weightlifters to simultaneously work on the power position and drop under the barbell. These can help…
