Training
11 Squat Variations That Build Strong Legs and a Rock Solid Core
As a personal trainer with almost two decades of lifting experience, I can attest that sticking to the conventional squat is one of the most common…
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Training
Paused Deadlift: The Simple Pause That Builds Explosive Strength
The conventional deadlift is one of the most productive exercises you can do with a barbell. Sure, squats are often called the “king of exercises,” but…
Training
7 New Hamstring Exercises You’re Not Doing That Build Size Fast
A lot of exercisers are unhappy with their hamstring development. As a personal trainer with over 30 years of experience, I usually put this down to…
Bodybuilding
Martin Fitzwater and Brett Wilkin Hammer Hamstrings in a Ruthless Leg Day Workout 8 Weeks Out from 2025 Mr. Olympia
Bodybuilders Martin Fitzwater and Brett Wilkin are ready to bring their best to the 2025 Mr. Olympia. On August 21, 2025, they pushed through a brutal…
Training
The “Eccentric Overload” Protocol: I Slowed Down My Reps for 4 Weeks – Did My Strength Explode?
Most new exercisers think training consistently is a sure-shot path to more gains. This idea is generally fueled by newbie gains, where a lifter makes exponential…
Legs
15 Best Bodyweight Hamstring Exercises for All Levels
Many people prefer training at home or in a park. The good news is that you can develop muscle mass, strength, and fitness almost anywhere via…
Exercise Guides
One And One Half Squat: Target Your Legs and Core Effectively
Growing quads isn’t easy, especially if you only train legs once weekly. This is where one-and-one-half squats shine. Squeezing in a few extra reps in each…
CrossFit
CrossFit Athlete Kristi Eramo O’Connell Shares Top 7 Exercises For Building Glutes and Hamstrings
Kristi Eramo O’Connell, formerly a top-level CrossFit competitor, maintains her fitness post-retirement by incorporating a variety of workouts into her routine. From conquering half marathons to…
Exercise Guides
Toes Elevated Romanian Deadlift: Build Stronger Hamstrings & Glutes
Toes elevated Romanian deadlifts (RDLs) are among the most effective lower body posterior chain exercises. I frequently use them in my workouts and with clients as…
Legs
5 Glute and Hamstring Workouts For A Bulletproof Posterior Chain
The glutes are the largest and strongest muscle in the body. As a result, a lot of the power comes, quite literally, from your butt. Your…
Exercise Guides
Dumbbell Stiff Leg Deadlift: Target Hamstrings & Glutes Effectively
Building strong posterior chain muscles is crucial for avoiding injuries and increasing overall performance. Although it is no secret that deadlifts are one of the best…
Legs
The Best Hamstring Workout for Monster Leg Biceps
According to many fitness and bodybuilding gurus, squats are the only exercise you need to develop incredible legs. Many of these influencers go on to suggest…
Exercise Guides
Band Straight Leg Deadlift: Target Hamstrings, Glutes & Core
Band straight leg deadlifts (BSLDL) are intended as a pull movement alternative to its free weight counterpart based on an old-school technique that emphasizes the stretch…
Exercise Guides
Band Pull Through: Strengthen Glutes, Hamstrings & More!
The band pull through is probably one of those exercises that you never gave much thought to. Either because it didn’t appeal to your training style,…
Exercise Guides
Seated Good Morning: Strengthen Hamstrings, Glutes & Core
Alrighty, let’s dive into the world of seated good mornings – a true gem in the treasure chest of posterior chain exercises. I’ve been around the…
Exercise Guides
Strengthen Your Lower Body: Master the Horse Stance Exercise
Do you want to develop unbreakable lower body endurance or improve your hip mobility and knee stability? Look no further than the horse stance. Interestingly, almost…
Bodybuilding
Kai Greene Guides Rising Female Bodybuilders Through A Glute And Hamstrings Focused Workout
Kai Greene shared his bodybuilding wisdom with IFBB Pro bodybuilders Yarishna Ayala and Jessica Reyes Padilla to help with their lower body development. Kai Greene is…
Bodybuilding
Dana Linn Bailey Shares ‘Hamstring-Glute-Focused’ Workout for Leg Gains
Dana Linn Bailey (DLB) is a pioneer of the Women’s Physique division who remains in stellar shape years after retirement. In a recent YouTube video, Bailey…
Exercise Guides
Master Downward Facing Dog: Strengthen Key Muscle Groups
As the name implies, there is a similarity between the downward facing dog and a common habit of our favorite furry sidekicks. Also called Adho Mukha…