I have a relatively small garage gym, so I need to be smart when optimizing my floor space with any fitness equipment I house therein. Like numerous other avid home fitness goers, I consider adjustable dumbbells a necessity for my needs (and budget). So, a few months ago, I started rocking the PowerBlock Pro EXPs for my dumbbell training needs. …
Should You Squat or Deadlift First? | Considerations & Expert Insight
It’s a question that plenty of lifters and active individuals ask at some point in their training career: is it better to deadlift or squat first when working out? To be clear, it’s a brilliant question for any athlete or individual to ask since it signifies that they’re looking to get the most out of their training. So, kudos to …
5 Reasons Why One Shoulder Is Tighter Than The Other (& Solutions)
Shoulders are one of those things where you never truly realize how much you use them until they’re not working as they should. And perhaps the only other thing more annoying than dealing with a tight shoulder while trying to workout or exercise is not knowing why the darn thing is getting tight in the first place. If this is …
Building Your Home Gym On A Budget (Get Stronger For A LOT Less)
For some of us, having our own home gym is non-negotiable. Whether we’re tired of dealing with the general public within the local gym down the street, don’t have time to commute across town to get a public facility, or just want a place of our own where we can blare our own music while exercising, having our own home …
Sit-ups and Back Health: Why Science Suggests Other Exercises Instead
Strong, chiseled abs will never go out of style, but the most popular exercise for achieving them – the sit-up – certainly has. While a carved-up set of abs is indeed considered to be quite sexy, debilitating lower back pain certainly isn’t. And according to science, that might be what you’re in for if you keep performing them as part …
How To Build The PERFECT Home Gym In A Small Garage (Budget Friendly)
Building a garage gym is one of those processes that can be super exciting but a bit overwhelming; there are so many factors to consider, and creating the most optimal space can feel like a challenge if space and budget are limited. But don’t let that turn you off from building the garage gym of your dreams! If you’re smart …
Why You Have Back Pain When Lunging | Detailed Solutions
Back pain has an uncanny way of ruining just about anything, including lunges (or similar exercises). It’s an issue that’s more common than you might realize, but fear not; I’ll provide you with all sorts of valuable information within this article to help you better understand what might be going on with this frustrating issue and what you can do …
Normatec 3 Legs Review (Honest & Professional Insight)
The Normatec 3 Legs are the newest compression-based boots from the folks over at Normatec. Touted as the latest and greatest in personal pneumatic compression therapy, this system has recently been making its rounds on the internet, in gyms, and in rehabilitation-based clinics. But does that mean it’s worth your hard-earned money? In this article, as a licensed physical therapist …
The Benefits of Uneven Barbell Loading (and TOUGH Exercises to Try!)
Sometimes it can be incredibly beneficial to think outside of the box. Want an example? Try performing some of your strength training exercises with a non-centered grip on a barbell or with a bit more weight on one side than the other. You’ll get a workout like you wouldn’t believe and, when performed correctly, make yourself stronger and less injury-prone. …
Fixing Shoulder Pain from Olympic Weightlifting: A Detailed Guide
Whether it’s the snatch or the clean and jerk, a healthy set of shoulders is an essential component for performing either lift. Whether you want to perform these lifts for a lifetime or just want to bang out a few occasional heavy reps, you’re going to need shoulder mechanics that are on point. And that’s not happening if you have …