About Mike Dewar
Mike holds a Master's in Exercise Physiology and a Bachelor's in Exercise Science. He's a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS) and is the Assistant Strength and Conditioning Coach at New York University. Mike is also the Founder of J2FIT, a strength and conditioning brand in New York City that offers personal training, online programs, and has an established USAW Olympic Weightlifting club.
Mike has published over 500+ articles on BarBend related to strength and conditioning, Olympic weightlifting, strength development, and fitness. Mike has extensive education and real-world experience in the realms of strength development, advanced sports conditioning, Olympic weightlifting, and human movement.
Mike’s passion for fitness, strength training, and athletics was inspired by his athletic career in both football and baseball, in which he developed a deep respect for the barbell, speed training, and the acquisition on muscle.
Outside of the gym, Mike is an avid outdoorsman and traveller, who takes annual hunting and fishing trips to Canada and other parts of the Midwest, and has made it a personal goal of his to travel to one new country, every year (he has made it to 10 in the past 3 years). Lastly, Mike runs Rugged Self, which is dedicated to enjoying the finer things in life; like a nice glass of whiskey (and a medium to full-bodied cigar) after a hard day of squatting with great conversations with his close friends and family.
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Cardio Equipment Guides
Exercise Guides
- The 11 Best Triceps Exercises and Workouts, Recommended by a CPT
- The Best Chest Exercises and Workouts for Building Muscle
- How to Do Triceps Pushdowns: Form Tips, Best Variations, & More
- How to Do the Back Squat: Learn Form, Variations, and Benefits
- How to Do Dumbbell Rows With the Right Form, CPT Approved
- How to Do Hammer Curls — Benefits, Variations, and More
- How to Bench Press: Form, Benefits, Sets and Reps, and More
- The 12 Best Upper Body Exercises and 5 Workouts
- 12 Best Exercises for Abs, From a CPT
- 16 Best Biceps Exercises for a Muscle-Building Workout
- How to Do the Landmine Press — Benefits, Variations, Common Mistakes, and More
- Learn How to Box Squat to Lift More Weight and Improve Power
- How to Do the Dumbbell Snatch — Variations, Benefits, Mistakes, and More
- Perfect the Pallof Press for More Core Strength and Stability
- How to Do the Dumbbell Pullover for a Bigger Back and Chest
- How to Do the Goblet Squat: Proper Form and Variations
- Learn the Good Morning for a Seriously Strong Posterior Chain
- How to Do the Pistol Squat For Mobility and Leg Strength
- The 15 Best Lunge Variations to Level Up Your Leg Day
- Use the Bent-Over Row to Make Big Gains With Big Weights
- How to Do the Pendlay Row for Back Size and Stronger Lifts
- How to Do Skull Crushers for Larger Triceps
- Learn How to Do Picture Perfect Kettlebell Swings
- How to Do a Dumbbell Bench Press, With Expert Tips & Video Guide
- Learn the Cable Pull-Through to Grow Those Glutes and Spare Your Low Back
- Crush Your Pressing Plateaus With the Dumbbell Skull Crusher
- Learn the Neutral-Grip Dumbbell Press for More Shoulder-Friendly Benching
- The 15 Best Upper Ab Exercises for a Stronger Core
- Learn the T-Bar Row to Build a Thicker, Stronger Back
- How to Do the Dumbbell Front Raise for a Stronger Front Rack Position
- Learn the Dumbbell Clean & Press for Full-Body Strength and Power
- How to Do the Tate Press for Thicker Arms and Bigger Pressing Numbers
- How to Do the Kettlebell Clean & Press for Full-Body Strength and Pressing Power
- How to Do the Dumbbell Rear Lateral Raise for Bigger, Stronger Shoulders
- How to Do Dumbbell Lunges for Bigger Legs and Stronger Squats
- How to Do the Overhead Triceps Extension for Big Triceps and Stronger Presses
- How to Do the Seated Cable Row for All the Back Size Without the Fatigue
- Build a Big Pec Shelf With the Guillotine Press
- How to Target Your Biceps in Your Next Workout With the Zottman Curl
- Use the Trap Bar Deadlift to Build Strength and Size From the Ground Up
- Use the Calf Raise for Complete Leg Strength and Muscle Growth
- How to Do Face Pulls: Benefits & Variations
- Use the Overhead Carry to Become Immovably Strong
- Build a Vice Grip With the Axle Deadlift
- Blast Your Abs With the 10 Best Kettlebell Core Exercises
- Get Your Hands Dirty With the 10 Best Grip Exercises
- How to Do the Single-Arm Dumbbell Bench — Benefits, Variations, and More
- The Zercher Squat is the Front-Loaded Squat Your Leg Day is Missing
- Lay the Smackdown on Your Core Workouts with Medicine Ball Slams
- Trap Bar Vs. Barbell Deadlift — Comparison and Application
- Dumbbell Vs. Barbell Bench Press — Which is Best for Strength, Size, and Performance?
- Turn Your Training On Its Head With the Handstand Push-Up
- The Lateral Raise is the Major Key to Big Delts
- Turn Your Core Training Up a Notch With the Russian Twist
- Perfect the Chin-Up for Upper Body Strength and Full Body Control
- Master the Clean & Press to Improve Strength, Power, & Build Muscle
- Cable Pull-Through vs. Hip Thrust — Technique, Differences, and Variations
- Get Lean, Get Strong, and Get Fast With the Yoke Walk
- Become a High-Rep Pull-Up Master With the Kipping Pull-Up
- The Wall Ball is the Cardio Booster Your Workouts Are Missing
- Simple Yet Effective — Here’s How to Do the Plank
- How the Reverse Hyperextension Builds a Bulletproof Posterior Chain
- How Plyometric Push-Ups Can Improve Pressing Strength
- The Glute-Ham Raise is a Functional Hamstring Builder
- How to Do the Inverted Row — Variations, Alternatives, Sets and Reps Explained
- 7 Row Variations to Build a Stronger and Thicker Back
- How to Do Dips: Proper Form & Variations
- Get Strong and Bust Through Sticking Points With the Half Squat
- Use Pause Squats to Skyrocket Your Leg Strength and Size
- Build Big Traps and Strengthen Your Lifts With Shrugs
- Jefferson Squat vs. Back Squat — How and When to Do Each Exercise
- The Differences Between the Push Press Vs. Overhead Press Explained
- Do the Suitcase Deadlift For a Strong Grip and More Muscle
- 6 Chest Exercises Without Weights That Build Size and Strength
- Use the Snatch Balance to Perfect Your Timing and Speed
- Make the Most Out Of Leg Day With the Best Leg Exercises for Mass
- How to Do the Floor Press — Benefits, Variations, and More
- Floor Press Vs. Bench Press — Is One Better Than the Other?
- Pendlay Row Vs. Barbell Row — Which Is Best for Strength and Hypertrophy?
- Burn Fat and Save Time With the Kettlebell Complex
- Hang Clean Vs. Power Clean — Which Lift Should You Be Doing?
- 5 Overhead Stability Exercises to Increase Shoulder Strength
- 6 Squat Variations to Use When Barbell Back Squatting Is Not An Option
- Pin Press Guide – Form, Muscles Worked, and Variations
- No Squat Rack? Here Are 5 Leg Exercises to Perform In a Smith Machine
- Bench Press Vs Push-Up: Which Is Best for Strength, Mass, and Power?
- Hip Thrust Vs. Back Squat for Glute Development
- 8 Pressing Variations to Improve Upper Body Power
- 3 Explosive Squat Variations to Build Lower Body Power
- 5 Steps to Nailing Your First Muscle-Up
- How to Do Muscle-Ups — Progressions, Benefits, and More
- 7 Beginner Friendly Core and Oblique Exercises
- 5 Beginner Friendly Squat Variations
- How to Do the Barbell Curl for Biceps Size and Strength
- Decline Bench Press Exercise Guide
- Kettlebell Windmill – Muscles Worked, Variations, and Benefits
- 14 Triceps Exercises to Improve Your Bench Press and Overhead Strength
- 10 Box Jump Variations to Boost Strength, Explosiveness, and Athleticism
- Turkish Get Up Exercise Guide
- 6 Leg Finisher Circuits for Strength Athletes
- 6 Stretches and Warm-ups to Improve Ankle Mobility
- 4 Single-Kettlebell Circuits You Can Do At Home
- Kettlebell Circuit for Leg Strength
- Total-Body Kettlebell Circuit for Runners
- 3 Muscle Building Kettlebell Circuits You Need to Try
- Reverse Lunge Exercise Guide
- Dynamic Warm-Up for Weightlifting
- Glute Bridge vs Hip Thrust
- Klokov Press vs Military Press
- Klokov Press – Muscles Worked, Exercise Demo, and Benefits
- Box Squat vs Regular Squat – Which Is Best for Your Goals?
- Reverse Band Box Squat – Muscles Worked and Benefits
- Bulgarian Ring Dips – Muscles Worked, Technique, and Benefits
- Scarecrow Clean – Technique, Video, and Benefits
- Tall Jerk – Technique Video, Variations, and Benefits
- Tall Clean: Technique Video and Benefits
- Tall Snatch: Technique and Exercise Benefits
- Sumo Deadlift High Pull – Muscles Worked, Exercise Demo, and Benefits
- Good Morning vs Deadlift – Pros and Cons for Strength and Muscle Building
- One Leg Stiff Leg Deadlift – Muscles Worked, Exercise Video, and Benefits
- Upright Row With Dumbbell: Muscles Worked, Exercise Video, and Benefits
- Russian Dips – Muscles Worked, Exercise Demo, and Benefits
- Butterfly Pull-Ups vs Regular Pull-Ups – Which One Should You Be Doing?
- Kipping Pull-Ups vs Strict Pull-Ups
- Chest to Bar Pull-Ups Progression for Beginners
- Reverse Hollow Rock (Superman Rock): Muscles Worked, Exercise Video, and Benefits
- Jumping Pull-Ups vs Bands vs Ring Rows: Which Is Best for Your Goals?
- Master Hollow Rocks for Strength, Stability, and Ripped Abs
- L-Sit Hold Progression for Beginners
- L-Sit Pull-Up Progression – The Complete Exercise Guide
- L-Sit Pull-Up – Muscles Worked, Exercise Demo, and Benefits
- Jumping Pull-Up – Muscles Worked, Benefits, and Exercise Demo
- Hanging Knee Raises vs Leg Raises
- Plate Pinch Press – Muscles Worked, Exercise Demo, and Benefits
- Muscle Clean vs Power Clean
- Glute Ham Raises vs Hyperextension
- Glute Ham Raise vs Back Extension
- Deficit Deadlifts – Training Percentages and Carryover to Deadlift
- Rack Pulls vs Rows – Which Is Best for Strength?
- Z Press vs Overhead Press – Which Is Best for Strength and Sport?
- Banded Pull-Ups: Exercise Demo, Muscles Worked, and Benefits
- Tuck Jumps – Muscles Worked, Video Demo, and Exercise Benefits
- Ring Dips Progressions
- Standing Russian Twists – Muscles Worked, Benefits, and Exercise Demo
- Pistol Squat vs Barbell Squat
- Walking Lunges vs Lunges
- Deficit Deadlifts vs Rack Pulls
- Deficit Deadlifts vs Regular Deadlift
- Pistol Squat Progression For Beginners – 7 Exercises
- 5 Benefits of Pistol Squats
- Bent Over Lateral Raises: Muscles Worked, Exercise Demo, and Benefits
- Lateral Raises – Push or Pull Exercise?
- Squatting Face Pull – Exercise Demo and Benefits
- Renegade Row With Kettlebells
- Renegade Rows: Muscles Used, Form, and Benefits
- Kipping Ring Dips — Exercise Guide and Technique Tips
- Standing vs. Sitting Dumbbell Shoulder Press
- Snatch Grip Push Press – Exercise Guide, Video Demo, and Benefits
- Programming for the Bulgarian Split Squat – Rep Ranges and Recommendations
- The Dumbbell Goblet Squat – Technique and Benefits
- Lunges vs Squats: Which Is Best for Strength?
- Goblet Squat vs Barbell Squat: Do You Need Both?
- Ring Dips vs Bar Dips: Which Dip Is Best for You?
- Ring Dips – Exercise Guide and Benefits
- Dumbbell Thrusters vs Barbell Thrusters vs Kettlebell Thrusters
- Single Kettlebell Thruster – Exercise Guide, Benefits, and Muscles Worked
- Double Kettlebell Thruster – Exercise Guide and Benefits
- Dumbbell Thrusters – Exercise Guide and Benefits
- Toes To Bar Modifications and Alternatives for Beginners
- Kettlebell Jerk vs Push Press – Which is Best for Endurance, Strength, and Power?
- Kettlebell Clean and Jerk vs Clean and Press: Which Is Best for You?
- Clean and Jerk vs Clean and Press: Differences, Benefits, and Technique
- Barbell Split Squat – Muscles Worked & Technique Tips
- Romanian Deadlift Rep Ranges and Weight Recommendations
- Muscle Snatch vs Power Snatch – Benefits and When to Use
- Snatch Grip Romanian Deadlifts – Exercise Guide and Muscles Worked
- Cossack Squat vs Side Lunge – Benefits, Form, & Muscles Worked
- Reverse Lunge vs Split Squat – Differences and Muscles Worked
- Bulgarian Split Squat vs Lunge vs Step Up – What’s the Difference?
- Bulgarian Split Squat vs Lunge vs Back Squat – Differences and Benefits
- The Stiff Leg Deadlift – Exercises, Benefits, and Muscles Worked
- Trap Bar Squat vs Back Squat – Key Differences and Technique
- Trap Bar Deadlift vs Squats vs Leg Press – Best Exercise for Strength?
- Cable Pull Through vs Deadlift vs Romanian Deadlift – Differences & Benefits
- Trap Bar Deadlift vs. Regular Deadlift – Differences and Benefits
- Split Squat vs Squat – What’s the Difference, and Muscles Worked?
- Trap Bar Squat vs Deadlift – What’s the Difference?
- Zercher Squats vs Deadlift – What’s Best for Building Strength?
- Zercher Squats vs Leg Press – What’s Best for Strength and Hypertrophy?
- Sumo Deadlift vs Romanian Deadlift: Differences and Benefits
- Single Leg Romanian Deadlift: How, When, and Why It Should Be in Your Training
- Split Squat vs. Bulgarian Split Squat: Which Is Best for You?
- Zercher Squat vs Goblet Squat: Which One Is Right for You?
- Split Squat vs Lunge vs Step Up — What Are the Differences?
- Dumbbell Jump Squat – Benefits and Technique
- Is Your Split Jerk Holding You Back? Try These 4 Drills
- 5 Exercises to Build a Stronger and Healthier Squat
- The 1 1/4 Squat: How, When, and Why It Should Be in Your Training
- 4 Exercises to Strengthen Your Receiving Position in the Snatch
- 3 Movements to Boost Your Lagging Front Squat
- The Jump Squat: How, When, and Why Weightlifters Should Include Them In Training
- 3 Movements to Increase Hip Mobility for Weightlifting, Squats, and Functional Fitness
- 5 Exercises Weightlifters Can Do to Improve Leg and Squat Strength
- The Jefferson Curl: Benefits and Proper Form
- 4 Exercises to Strengthen Your Lower Back
- 10 Kettlebell Exercises Every Athlete Should Master
- 5 Strength and Positioning Exercises to Improve the First Pull
- Anderson Squat – How It Benefits Your Training
- Front Squat vs. Zercher Squat: Which Is Best for You?
- Bodyweight Training for Weightlifters: 10 Exercises to Master
- The Sots Press – How To Benefit Your Training
- 3 Assistance Exercises to Improve Technique, Confidence, and Performance in the Split Jerk
- 8 Mobility Exercises and Stretches to Improve Your Clean and Front Squat
- Ankle, Knee, and Hip Mobility Checklist for the Overhead Squat
- 4 Exercises to Improve Overhead Performance in WODs
- 7 Corrective Exercises to Strengthen Your Shoulders From Injury
- 3 Assistance Exercises To Improve Your Low Bar Squat
- Why Cossack Squats Are Great For Weightlifters and Other Strength Athletes
Nutrition
Powerlifting News
- Pin Press Guide – Form, Muscles Worked, and Variations
- 4 Beginner Friendly Deadlift Variations
- Should You Squat or Deadlift First?
- What Is An EMOM Workout? And Why Is It Effective?
- Calf Raises: Are They Worth It?
- Dynamic Warm Up – Why (and How) Fitness, Strength, and Power Athletes Should Do Them
- Barbell Shoulder Press & Military Press – Muscles Worked, Benefits, and Sport Considerations
- Rep Ranges for Strength, Hypertrophy, and Cutting
- What Is Hypertrophy? – Definition
- 3 Benefits of Reverse Hyperextensions
- Reverse Hyperextension at Home/Without Machine
- 4 Benefits of Glute Ham Raises
- 5 Benefits of Half Squat
- 5 Benefits of Prowler Push
- 5 Benefits of Deficit Deadlifts
- 6 Benefits of Sled Pulls
- How to Deadlift – Muscles Worked, Variations, and Benefits
- 5 Benefits of the Romanian Deadlift
- 4 Benefits of the Sumo Deadlift (That You May Have Overlooked)
- 7 Strategies to Improve Recovery and Adapt from Hard Training
- 7 Physiological Symptoms of Overreaching In Strength and Power Athletes
- The Cold Hard Truths About Ice Baths and Muscle Recovery
- Why You Shouldn’t Train Clean Pulls Like Deadlifts
- How to Mentally & Physically Prep for Your Next Personal Record: The 24-Hour Approach
Programs
- 3 Best Muscle-Up Progressions (Beginner Friendly Guide!)
- 3 Epic Push-Up Challenges to Test Your Fitness
- Weightlifting Training for Football Players
- Weightlifting Training for Distance Runners
- 6 Tips Every Athlete Should Read Before Starting a New Training Program
Recovery Guides
- Active Recovery Explained — How to Make Gains While Resting
- The Best Squat Stretch Routine: Great Exercises to Prepare for Squats!
- 7 Strategies to Improve Recovery and Adapt from Hard Training
- Should Weightlifters Do Static Stretching?
- The Cold Hard Truths About Ice Baths and Muscle Recovery
Strongman News
- Should You Squat or Deadlift First?
- What Is An EMOM Workout? And Why Is It Effective?
- Calf Raises: Are They Worth It?
- Dynamic Warm Up – Why (and How) Fitness, Strength, and Power Athletes Should Do Them
- Barbell Shoulder Press & Military Press – Muscles Worked, Benefits, and Sport Considerations
- Rep Ranges for Strength, Hypertrophy, and Cutting
- What Is Hypertrophy? – Definition
- 3 Benefits of Reverse Hyperextensions
- Reverse Hyperextension at Home/Without Machine
- 4 Benefits of Glute Ham Raises
- 5 Benefits of Half Squat
- 5 Benefits of Prowler Push
- 6 Benefits of Sled Pulls
- 4 Benefits of the Sumo Deadlift (That You May Have Overlooked)
- 7 Strategies to Improve Recovery and Adapt from Hard Training
- 7 Physiological Symptoms of Overreaching In Strength and Power Athletes
- The Cold Hard Truths About Ice Baths and Muscle Recovery
Support Gear
- StrengthTape Kinesiology Tape Review
- TheraBand Kinesiology Tape Review
- Kinesio Tex Gold 100% Cotton Kinesiology Tape Review
- Emerge Fitness 7mm Knee Sleeves Review
- Hookgrip Neoprene Knee Sleeves 2.0 Review
- Rocktape Assassins 7mm Knee Sleeves Review
- Iron Bull Strength 7mm Knee Sleeves Review
- Mava Sports Elastic Knee Supports Review
- Hookgrip Knee Sleeves 2.0 Review
- Bear Komplex 7mm Knee Sleeves Review — Did the Four Seam Design Fit?
- Evolutionize 7mm Knee Sleeves Review — Too Supportive?
- Eleiko 7mm Knee Sleeves Review
- Rehband 7mm Knee Sleeves Review
- KT Pro Synthetic Kinesiology Tape Review – Does It Work?
- KT Cotton Kinesiology Tape Review — Is It Durable?
- ExoSleeve 7mm Knee Sleeves Review
Training Guides
- 3 Reasons Why Upright Rows Are Bad
- What Is EMOM Training? How To Do It and Why You Should
- 7 Benefits of the Deficit Deadlift All Lifters Should Be Aware Of
- The Seven Biggest Benefits of Unilateral Training
- Four Big Benefits of the Toes to Bar
- How to Deadlift 500 Pounds (and More)
- The Best Way to Warm Up Before Lifting Weights
- Russian Kettlebell Swings Vs. American Kettlebell Swings
- Grip Strength, Better Posture, and More — 6 Benefits of Farmer’s Walks
- Get More Out of Your Training With an Upper-Body Warm Up
- The Main Benefits of Medicine Ball Slams And How to Do Them
- 5 Lunge Benefits For More Muscle and Improved Movement
- The Ultimate Guide to Weightlifting Belts (and How to Use Them Properly)
- 6 Training Methods to Stay on Track During the Holidays
- How Often Should You Train Shoulders to Build Muscle?
- How Many Times a Week Should You Train the Olympic Lifts?
- 5 Overhead Press Mistakes, Why They Happen, and How to Fix Them
- 4 Benefits of the Trap Bar Deadlift
- How Often Should You Train Arms?
- Should Weightlifters Do Lunges/Split Squats?
- Weightlifting Training for Baseball Players
- Should You Train Core Every Day?
- 5 Benefits of Heavy Thrusters
- 5 Benefits of the Glute Bridge
- What Is Glycogen and How Does it Help Build Muscle?
- Hypertrophy Training Sets and Reps
- 5 Benefits of Sumo Deadlift High Pulls
- Sumo Deadlift High Pull Alternatives
- Reverse Hyperextension Alternatives
- Barbell Row Alternatives
- 4 Benefits of Russian Dips
- 4 Benefits of Butterfly Pull-Ups
- Barbell Clean and Press Alternatives
- Kipping Pull-Up Injuries – 4 Reasons Why and How They Happen
- Chest to Bar Pull-Ups Modifications/ Scaled/ Alternatives
- 4 Benefits of Chest to Bar Pull-Ups
- 4 Benefits of Weighted Pull-Ups
- Weighted Pull-Ups Alternatives
- 4 Benefits of L-Sit Pull-Ups
- 4 Benefits of Jumping Pull-Ups
- 8 Hanging Knee Raise Alternatives
- 5 Benefits of Hanging Knee Raises
- 5 Benefits of Muscle Cleans
- Glute Ham Raises Alternatives
- 4 Benefits of Z Press
- Landmine Press Alternatives
- 5 Benefits of Tuck Jumps
- 4 Benefits of Jumping Lunges
- Are Pistol Squats Bad for Your Knees?
- Banded Face Pull Alternatives
- Renegade Row Alternatives
- 6 Benefits of Renegade Rows
- Inverted Row Alternatives
- Prowler Push Alternatives
- Sled Push Alternatives
- Medicine Ball Slam Alternatives
- Wall Ball Exercise Alternatives
- Ring Dips Alternatives and Scaling Options
- 4 Benefits of Ring Dips
- 6 Benefits of Kettlebell Thrusters
- Toes to Bar: Kipping vs Strict
- 4 Benefits of the Kettlebell Clean and Jerk
- Squat Alternatives for Strength, Hypertrophy, and Functional Movement
- Cable Pull Through Alternatives for Strength and Coordination
- Romanian Deadlift Alternatives for Muscle Growth and Strength
- 3 Jefferson Squat Alternatives for Every Athlete
- Why Is General Physical Preparedness (GPP) Important for Long-Term Success?
- How to Get Better at Olympic Weightlifting
- 4 Quick Tips to Go Harder During Intense WODs
- Why Doubles and Triples Can Increase Your Weightlifting Maxes
- 5 Ways to Find Your Motivation for Fitness Again
- Why Every Athlete Should Do More Beltless Squat Training
- 10 Things Every Beginner and Intermediate Olympic Weightlifter Should Learn
- 4 Fundamental Strongman Movements Every Athlete Can Add Into Their Training
- How High Should Your Elbows Be In the Jerk?
- Should Olympic Weightlifters Bench Press?
- The Pros and Cons of Jerking from Blocks
- 5 Reasons Functional Fitness Athletes Can Benefit from “Formal” Weightlifting
- How to Increase Your Speed Under the Barbell in the Snatch
- How to Individualize Your Snatch Grip Width
- 3 Reasons Why Weightlifters Can Benefit from the Behind the Neck Push Press
- 12 Ways To Maximize Your Rest Day
- Why Weightlifters Should Do More Pull-Ups
- Maximize Your Split Jerk With These 4 Jerk Variations
- 7 Strongman Lifts for Beginners (and Nearly Every Athlete)
- The Kettlebell Armor Complex: How, When, and Why It Should Be In Your Training
- The No Feet Snatch/Clean: Why, When, and How to Do Them?
- Should You Deadlift After Leg Day?
- How to Determine Which Deadlift Grip Variation You Should Use
- Loaded Carries and Walks: Why Every Athlete Should Do Them
- Hardstyle vs Girevoy Sport Kettlebell Swing: Which One Should You Use?
- Push Press vs. Power Jerk: Which Barbell Lift Should You Do?
- 6 Reasons Why Bodybuilding Routines Can Improve Your Weightlifting Performance
- The Single-Arm Snatch: Should You Do Them?
- Pulling Variations to Increase Leg Drive in the Snatch and Clean
- 5 Life-Skills for Effective Strength Coaching
- 5 Life Lessons Olympic Weightlifting Can Teach You
- 10 Questions Strength Coaches Should Ask Themselves to Become Better
- 6 Performance Enhancing Behaviors for Weightlifting WODs
- How Wave Loading Can Build Strength in Your Squat, Olympic Lifts, and More
- Why It’s Okay (and Sometimes Good!) to Do Bicep Curls
- How to Design Better Warm-Ups for Yourself, Training Partners, and Clients
- 6 Reasons Why You May Be Collapsing In the Clean
- 5 Things Every New Weightlifter Should Do At Weightlifting Meets
- How Much Should You Clean In Relationship To Your Front Squat
- Snatch Extensions Vs Snatch High Pulls
- How Weightlifters Can Benefit From Squat Walkouts
- Should Weightlifters Do Behind The Neck Jerks?
- Cardio for Weightlifters? When Conditioning Is Important for Strength Athletes
- Why Fitness Athletes Should Focus on Hypertrophy
Uncategorized
- Master the Pull-Up for Back Muscle, Strength, and Full-Body Control
- Kettlebell Clean and Jerk – Exercise Progressions, Video Demos, and Benefits
Weightlifting News
- 5 Exercises to Strengthen a Lagging Jerk
- 3 Common Snatch Mistakes (Plus How to FIX Them)
- Should You Squat or Deadlift First?
- What Is An EMOM Workout? And Why Is It Effective?
- Calf Raises: Are They Worth It?
- Dynamic Warm Up – Why (and How) Fitness, Strength, and Power Athletes Should Do Them
- Barbell Shoulder Press & Military Press – Muscles Worked, Benefits, and Sport Considerations
- Scarecrow Clean – Technique, Video, and Benefits
- Squat Snatch – Technique, Muscles Worked, and Differences Between Power Variety
- Rep Ranges for Strength, Hypertrophy, and Cutting
- What Is Hypertrophy? – Definition
- Tall Jerk – Technique Video, Variations, and Benefits
- Barbell Cycling Strategies
- 3 Benefits of Reverse Hyperextensions
- Reverse Hyperextension at Home/Without Machine
- 4 Benefits of Glute Ham Raises
- 5 Benefits of Half Squat
- 5 Benefits of Deficit Deadlifts
- 5 Benefits of the Hang Clean
- 5 Benefits of Goblet Squats
- Snatch Grip 101 – Hook Grip, Proper Width, and More
- 5 Benefits of the Romanian Deadlift
- Snatch More Weight with These Simple Tips
- 3 Reasons Why Weightlifters Should Do Sumo Clean Pulls
- 7 Strategies to Improve Recovery and Adapt from Hard Training
- 7 Physiological Symptoms of Overreaching In Strength and Power Athletes
- The Cold Hard Truths About Ice Baths and Muscle Recovery
- Why You Shouldn’t Train Clean Pulls Like Deadlifts
- How to Mentally & Physically Prep for Your Next Personal Record: The 24-Hour Approach
Workouts
- 3 Hotel Workouts for Beginner, Intermediate, and Advanced Lifters
- Push Your Limits and Try These 4 Grueling Squat Challenges
- At-Home Dumbbell Workouts for Powerlifters, Weightlifters, and More
- Chest Workouts You Can Do at Home with Minimal Equipment
- Full Body Kettlebell Circuit Workout for Strength
- The 3 Most Effective Workout Splits For Strength Training
- 3 Simple and Highly Effective Accessory Workouts to Add Size and Strength
- 3 Intense Hypertrophy Workouts for Serious Functional Fitness Athletes
- 3 Arm Workouts for Weightlifters and Functional Fitness Athletes
- 3 Total-Body Dumbbell Workouts Every Strength Athlete Should Do
- 10 Time-Saving Tips for Weightlifting Workouts
- How to Program Plyometric Jump Training Into Your Weightlifting Workouts