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Napsgear: The Top 6 Trap Bar Exercises That Aren’t Shrugs or Deadlifts
This versatile workout tool can be used for a lot more than just pulls. Al Gerard created the trap bar in the late 1980s as a simpler way to perform shrugs, which is how the trap bar earned its name. And who doesn't enjoy working out their upper back biceps and traps? A large set of traps is like... -
Napsgear: The 6 Squat Types Every Lifter Should Know
Have you tried them all? Squatting is a fundamental movement pattern, yet when we think of squats, we typically see a barbell across the back. There are many more choices, many of which are better suited to various lifters with various levels of expertise or objectives. These six squat varia... -
10 SUPERIOR ALTERNATIVES TO SISSY SQUATS
Sissy squats are a traditional quad isolation exercise for bodybuilding that were made popular decades ago by none other than Arnold Schwarzenegger. Due to the widespread belief that they are an efficient way to grow the quadriceps and thighs, they have become even more well-known in the bodybuildi... -
Napsgear: Single-Leg Strength in Four Easy Steps
How do powerful people become even more powerful? They are focusing on single-leg strength. Here's how to put it together, step by step.
STEP UP
Every lifter should be able to do this basic single-leg exercise. Increase the step height or add weight to... -
Smith Machine VS Free Weight Squats Analogy.
SMITH MACHINE VS FREE WEIGHT SQUATS ANALOGY⭕️
Squats and Smith Machine squats are interchangeable lower body exercises, in a way.
But even if that can be the case, both exercises display various differences starting with the bar path & foot placement, different... -
You are stronger than you think.
You’re stronger than you realize. And I’ll prove it to you.
And once I prove it to you, you’ll understand why knowing this truth will help you get even better results from your workouts.
“I had no idea how strong I was!” That statement never gets old. Every time I’ve heard a woman say that... -
The "Right" squat
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THE "RIGHT” SQUAT MAY NOT BE RIGHT FOR YOU – We sometimes put artificial limits on ourselves because we're following artificial rules. Here's how it happens: . • You read an article or book by a respected coach about the best way to squat, and it's very compelling. • You try to do tha... -
Patellar Tendinitis
Patellar tendinitis (inflammation) and patellar tendinopathy (disease, abnormal condition) “jumpers knee” is an issue that might make it hard to perform exercises that require more load on the quads from bending at the knee joint. This is the tendon that bring together the thigh muscles over the knee... -
ROM - Muscle Growth
Muscle gains can also be specific to the range of motion used. This study found that quarter squats emphasized the upper thigh whereas full squats developed the entire thigh. Therefore, changing the range of motion in an exercise can be an effective method of targeting certain regions of the muscle... -
Full ROM for more Gains.
Gains in muscle size are specific to the range of motion used. Partial range of motion movements will only isolate a specific portion of the muscle whereas full range of motion typically develops the entire muscle – both quarter and full squats resulted in similar upper thigh growth but only full squats... -
Belt Squats - Great Warm Up
Do you sit most of the day? This warmup is for you. Belt squat walking is an easy and effective way to prime your lower body to get ready to move.
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Squats, deadlifts, running, jumping.. anything done with your lower body. This is a good start because of a few reasons.
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Split Squats - The How To!!
Spilt squats. Arguably the best exercise for your legs, maybe even normal squats. You get the same if not better selective targeting of the leg and glutes musculature, and you do so without having to load the spine. They are pretty safe assuming you can keep your balance on one leg.
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Squat Ass to to Grass or Parallel?
Do you squat ass to grass? . Squats are one of the most common & best compound leg exercises there is. It involves the majority of your major muscles; the calves, quadriceps, hamstrings, gluteus, back and abdominal muscles. Studies have looked into the squat extensively to get insight on correct for... -
Movement Variations
A simple way to periodize your training is by constantly varying your movements for a specific muscle group. Squats are great for building your legs, but they’re not the end-all, be-all. Add variations to your training to maximize gains and to keep training interesting!
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New Year's Resolutions
Let's get em up, guys. What are your resolutions for this year?
I want to hit personal bests on squats and deadlifts this year and learn to speak Spanish.