Few strengthening exercises rival the deadlift regarding the benefits, functionality and practicality it provides. But, if it’s coming at the expense of wreaking havoc on your pelvic floor…well, then something ain’t right. If this happens to be you — whether you’re a guy or a girl — this article has you covered, as everyone has a pelvic floor (and dysfunction …
Forearm Pain With The Zottman Curl? Here’s Why (And How To Fix)
The Zottman curl might not be the most popular curl out there, but it serves its purpose and can be worth its weight in gold when it comes to building a set of robust arms. But it’s hard to beef up your arms with this curl if it’s causing all the wrong types of pain. Thankfully, this article has got …
Here’s How to Fix Shoulder Pain from Dips (Complete Guide)
It’s been said that “dips are squats for the upper body,” and it’s a saying that I agree with; the pattern of movement is quite similar, and it hammers multiple muscles just like the squat does. But if you’re getting shoulder pain either during or after performing this beauty-of-an-exercise, something isn’t right and needs to be fixed. Shoulder pain from …
Hip Hinge Hamstring Pain: Causes & Solutions | Here’s What to do
If you’re having hamstring pain or tightness when performing your hip hinging exercises, you’re going to want to read this article. While the hip hinge is an essential movement pattern for strength training (and for activities of daily living), it’s nearly impossible to perform if it gives you hamstring pain. Thankfully, there are often some straightforward and relatively quick fixes …
Why your lower back hurts after box jumps | Errors | Fixes & Pro Tips
The box jump can be a highly beneficial exercise when it comes to developing explosive power, endurance, and even lower body flexibility. But if it’s wreaking havoc on your lower back, the only thing it’s likely to develop for you is pain and misery. So, if your lower back is acting up during (or after) doing some box jumps, you’ll …
Why Your Wrists Hurt After Kettlebell Swings (Solutions & Easy Fixes)
While the kettlebell swing is arguably one of the greatest full-body exercises you could ever do, it shouldn’t cause any abnormal pain or discomfort. If you experience wrist pain during or after your kettlebell swings, something ain’t right, and it would likely be in your best interests to get the issue under control as quickly and effectively as possible. Wrist …
Here’s Why You Have Elbow Pain With The French Press (Problem Solved)
Note: While the French press and skull crushers can be considered different exercises (based on how they can be performed), the underlying movement pattern and subsequent stresses on the common triceps tendon are similar enough that, for the sake of this article, I will be considering them one and the same. Few things in the gym feel better than getting …
Why Your Forearm Hurts With Overhead Press (Detailed Info & Solutions)
Forearm pain with overhead pressing: it may be an odd feeling, but it’s certainly not one that’s uncommon. And thankfully, the reasons as to why this odd — but definitely annoying — phenomenon occurs are often relatively straightforward to clean up. After all, no one likes having unnecessary pain or discomfort when trying to become stronger or healthier overall. Forearm …
Why Your Calves Get Sore From Running Uphill (And What To Do About It)
Running or sprinting uphill can be a phenomenal way to challenge (and improve) various aspects of your physical and cardiovascular fitness. But it’s hard to do when it makes your calves chronically sore, tight and feeling otherwise lousy. Thankfully, getting the issue under control (while ensuring it never happens again) is often a relatively straightforward process. Calves are more prone …
Shoulder Pain From the Elliptical Machine: Causes, Fixes and More
Shoulder pain is likely the last thing you were expecting to experience after using a piece of fitness equipment designed to be gentle on the joints and muscles of the body. Nonetheless, if your shoulder has been experiencing discomfort — or pain — after using the elliptical machine, there are typically a few key reasons as to why. Shoulder pain …