The front squat is a great squat variation. However for some people it can very awkward and uncomfortable.Here are 3 different set ups you can try.[irp posts="16743" name="5 Tips For A Stronger Front Squat"] [fbvideo link="https://www.facebook.com/RobKingFitness/videos/1535335036492683/" width="800" height="600" onlyvideo="1"] [irp posts="16746" name="Tip : Keep Your Reps Under...
One of the most important aspects of the deadlift is learning to sit back.By sitting back you set up for a proper technique and you learn to engage the hips, glutes and hamstrings. This will make you stronger and safer when doing a deadlift.A lot of...
I am a Power Lifter and I LOVE using a standard bar in training, but I can tell you that the barbell and some barbell exercises are not for everyone.For example last night while I was coaching one of our strength classes at Heavy Weights...
One of my favorite exercises is hitting the tire with a sledge hammer.It's easy, it's fun, and there is just something cathardic about hitting a tire with a sledge hammer :).In this video I go over the main points of how to do this exercise...
4 Tips For Better Suit Case Weighted CarriesThe suit case carry is a simple but effective exercise. There is much more to it than just grabbing some weight and walking.Check out this video with 4 tips to better suit case carries.[fbvideo link="https://www.facebook.com/RobKingFitness/videos/1495521743807346/" width="800" height="600" onlyvideo="1"]Suit...
One of the simplest and most effective ways to improve your bench press immediately is to grip the bar and squeeze it as hard as possible. This is known as "White Knuckling" the bar, it's also known as "Irradiation". It was something I always did in...
Here is a simple and effective tip to help your training and results. After your heavy training do 1-2 "pump sets" at the end of your workouts. Once you finish your primary strength training pick 1-2 exercises and finish with high rep pump sets of anywhere from...
When it comes to building muscle there are many things that you need to do in your training. One of the simplest and most important is to focus on the negatives. The negative is the lowering of the rep, also known as the eccentric. It also happens...
Tip : The Kettelbell Swing Is Not A Squat Let's be very clear, a swing is NOT a squat. There is a kettlebell version of the swing called a "Swing Squat" but this is not what we are trying to accomplish in this exercise. As you can see...
Glute Training Tip : Be Sure To Do Single Leg Glute Work If you want to get the best results in your glute training it's important to vary your exercises and hit your glutes often. Read this blog post for more info Train Your Glutes Every...