If you’ve been experiencing pain in your shoulder at the bottom range of your bench press, you’re not alone; it’s an issue that affects more lifters than you might realize. As such, this article will walk you through the common causes and solutions for this scenario, allowing you to have confidence in getting back to a pain-free bench press. Shoulder …
Thumb Pain With Bench Press | Causes | Solutions | (Science-backed)
Grabbing a heavy barbell and pressing it off your chest is a wonderful feeling; there’s a satisfaction to it that’s hard to explain. Thumb pain, however, is a lousy feeling, especially from grabbing that heavy barbell that you’ll be pressing off your chest. Don’t worry; I’ve got you covered for why this is likely happening and (more importantly) what you can do …
ShoulderSphere Review: Great or Gimmick? (Physical Therapist Explains)
I love practical, effective equipment, and I’m a sucker for cool tech, particularly in the injury rehabilitation department…but I’m certainly not a fool—I can tell the difference between a therapeutic product that’s great and one that’s a gimmick. So when I came across the ShoulderSphere a while back, I was instantly intrigued. Sure, the concept behind how it works made …
Why You Have Back Pain From Dead Hangs (And How To Fix The Problem)
A strong grip is a hallmark feature of a strong body, and few exercises build up your gripping power the way the dead hang does. And as you likely know, when you perform the dead hang, the only thing you should be feeling is the tension in your forearms and a bit of decompression through your spine; if you’re feeling …
How to Make Physical Therapy Fun | Kids | Teens | Adults (Expert Tips)
For most people, going to physical therapy or performing physical therapy exercises is about as fun as going to the dentist. No, I don’t get upset or frustrated when I hear patients don’t want to go to physio or perform their home exercises (trust me, I get it). So, there’s no judgment here—only a list of validated ideas and strategies …
Is Physical Therapy A Fun Job? (What No One Is Talking About)
No one wants to work a job that drains the life out of them. No one should, either, at least not as a career. Sometimes jobs are merely a means to an end. But when it comes to one’s career, I’m often asked if a career in physical therapy is worth it, if it’s fulfilling, and if it’s fun. I’ve …
The ULTIMATE Guide for Deadlifting with Bad Knees
There are plenty of blog articles on the internet talking about how to squat with bad knees, which I’m happy to see. Unfortunately, there’s not a lot of internet content on strategies for deadlifting with knee pain, be it in one knee or both. But don’t sweat it; this article will provide the information and tips you’ll want to know …
Straps vs Mixed Grip When Deadlifting (Pros & Cons of Each)
Who doesn’t want a heavier deadlift? More plates, more dates, as they say. Besides, let’s be honest here: lifting heavy weight feels good. Like, really good. You likely know this already, though. What you might not know, however, is whether wrist straps or the mixed grip is best for pulling heavier loads when deadlifting. There are some key factors to …
How To Lift Weights After A Knee Injury (Follow THESE Steps!)
If you’re looking to lift weights and workout again after any type of knee issue, you have my genuine admiration; committing yourself to get back on track following an injury can feel daunting at the best of times. That’s why I’ve written this article, which will walk you through the necessary steps to implement to keep you confident throughout the …
Here’s Why Your Hips Ache After Working Out (And What To Do About It)
If one or both of your hips are giving you all sorts of aches and pains after working out (or after any other type of physical activity sessions), you’re not alone; this is a rather common issue faced by many active individuals (including myself). So, I’ve written this article to help you understand the common causes for why this happens …