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4 Tips for Better Grip Strength Training
GRIP STRENGTH IS one of the more crucial—but underrated—physical characteristics for gym buffs and regular guys alike. Whether you're pulling heavy barbells up off the floor or you're hauling grocery bags from your car to the kitchen, your ability to grasp and hold on will likely be the first limiting factor to doing what you want. There's more than just your workout and your shopping trip to consider, too.
A Trainer Shares the Secret to Gymnasts' StrengthMar 27, 2022
Strength coach Jeff Cavaliere C. S. C. S.frequently shares his professional advice and insight into creating muscle safely and sustainably, with a focus on biomechanics and technique. In a new video on the Athlean-X channel, Cavaliere breaks down how gymnasts—as well as other calis thenics athletes—are able to develop such impressive strength when it comes to controlling their bodies in space. While strength is certainly a hugely important factor in these athletes' ability to perform such highly difficult bodyweight exercises, Cavaliere explains that it's not just about absolute strength, ...
How the 5-3-1 Workout Program Builds Massive Strength
SO, YOU WANT to get strong and build muscle, but you don’t have a ton of time to dedicate to the gym. You can try the 5/3/1 training split, a workout plan that helps to streamline your lift without cutting corners. As the name implies, lifters wave through sets of five, three, and one rep over the course of the split. It has been helping lifters build strength in some of the heaviest movements in the gym—the squat, deadlift, bench press, and overhead press—for years. The program incorporates lifting heavy weights for a low number of reps. One of the main benefits, says Shawn Arent, Ph.
Reps in Reserve (RIR) Training Explained: Science, Myths, and Whether It’s Hurting or Saving Your Gains
Depending on who you ask, Reps in Reserve can be a science-backed way to train hard without cutting into your recovery, or a spreadsheet-driven excuse to avoid training hard. So, which is it? If you’ve ever finished a set and thought, “I probably had two more reps left in the tank,” That’s RIR in a nutshell. The concept is solid:instead of treating every set like all-out war, you stop a rep or two short and use those reps left in the tank to manage fatigue, volume, and long-term gains. But the trouble arises when it’s left open to interpretation.
13 Best Exercise Bikes for Home Gyms (2025)
We receive free products and receive commissions through our links. Seedisclosures page. Out of all the cardio machines on the market, exercise bikes offer the best calorie burn in the smallest space possible. Certain bikes can work your entire body, some are low-impact, and others add a major dose of FUN to your training. Despite packing an efficient punch, the best exercise bikes cost similar torowing machines— as little as $300 to well over $2,500. Imagine the horror of spending thousands of pounds just to find out you don’t love your shiny new cardio equipment?!
2 Simple 15-Minute Mobility Workouts to Help Reduce Pain
As we move into our 40s and beyond, staying mobile isn’t just about flexibility, it’s about preserving strength, preventing injuries, and ensuring we move through life with ease and confidence. Joint pain, muscle stiffness, and nagging achesaren’t simply a byproduct of aging; they’re often the result of a lack of intentional movement. When mobility takes a backseat, our bodies compensate in ways that lead to imbalances, increased wear and tear, higher risk of injury, and more mileage added. But here’s the good news, small,consistent efforts can make a huge impact.
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Hunter Labrada’s Tried-and-Tested Workout for Bigger Biceps and Triceps
While many bodybuilders search for fads and quick fixes, Hunter Labrada continues to utilize a tried and tested arm day that has served him well for more than four years. Fortunately, the big Texan took to Instagram to share his sleeve busting methods, so that you can try his winning workout for yourself. Hunter Labrada is looking seriously impressive as of late, as the multi-time Mr Olympia finalist readies for a competitive returnfollowing shoulder surgery. “Food for thought,” he offered his 390,000+ IG followers.