Depending on who you ask, the jerk is the most challenging movement in weightlifting. It’s where Olympic lifters are truly tested on the platform. The most traditional variation of the jerk is the split jerk, but there are plenty of...
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While different coaches have different opinions on the topic, I would argue that if your back squat is more than 85 percent of your deadlift, then you’re squat dominant and probably should devote some time to your deadlift. On the...
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The biceps get too much credit. Don’t get us wrong; training your biceps is a must for bigger and stronger arms. But your triceps — you know, that three-headed horseshoe-shaped muscle that sits on the back of your arm — deserve...
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Wanting to build big and strong triceps isn’t just about aesthetics. The triceps are a powerful contributor to compound pressing movements like the barbell bench press and the overhead press. Because compound exercises are the cornerstone of many programs, the...
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There are full-body exercises, and then there’s the snatch. It’s a phenomenally difficult exercise that can require years to properly master. The journey to learn and refine the move is worth it. When performed correctly, the benefits of the snatch...
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Big biceps don’t win strength competitions. Developing proficiency in the sport of weightlifting is about mastering both the snatch and the clean & jerk. If you’re pursuing the biggest total possible, how you train your legs deserves a lion’s share...
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If you are looking to build a bigger chest, specifically your upper pecs, look no further than the guillotine press. The guillotine press is a means of achieving serious upper chest development with a light weight. This exercise does pose...
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For trans and nonbinary athletes of all genders, the gym can be both a potentially unsafe and incredibly liberating place. If you’re a transmasculine person wanting to get started on — or reinvigorate — your upper body strength and muscle...
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Whether you have a personal resolution to get fit in the new year or have just decided to take your first steps towards bettering your health, you need a good roadmap. Pursuing a better bill of health means navigating all...
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