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How to Make Burpees Right
Burpees are great for building strength and endurance and boosting your cardio, but if you find them too easy, it’s time to step it up with some variations that will challenge your fitness even further. Here are four ways to make burpees more challenging: NumberVariation 1 Add a push-up after the plank. Push-ups target your…
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FAQs About Tricep Dips
Here are the most frequently asked questions about tricep dips, a popular exercise for strengthening the tricep muscles: Q. What muscles do tricep dips work? A. Tricep dips primarily work the tricep muscles at the upper arm’s back. However, they also engage the chest, shoulders, and core muscles. Q. How many tricep dips should I…
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Pendlay Row Variations
Pendlay Row and Barbell Row are two popular exercises that target the back muscles using a barbell. However, there are some key differences between the two, and for some lifters, Pendlay Row variations might be a better fit. The Pendlay Row is a stricter version of the Barbell Row, where the barbell is lifted from…
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The Risks Of Not Stretching
Not stretching before engaging in physical activity can increase your risk of injury and hamper your flexibility over time, among other health risks. Risk Description Increased risk of injury When your muscles are tight and rigid, they are more susceptible to strains, pulls, and tears. Reduced mobility Without regular stretching, muscles and joints can become…
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Advanced Barbell Deadlift Techniques
Benefits of Barbell Deadlift The barbell deadlift is a timeless exercise that has stood the test of time as a staple of any serious strength program. It is an exercise that focuses on the posterior chain muscles such as the glutes and hamstrings, as well as the mid and upper back muscles. This powerful lift…