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How To Master The Front SquatSquat. Squat. Squat. There are few movements that activate the nervous system, recruit muscle fibers, and build structural integrity like the...
October 12, 2015 -
6 Crucial Leg Thrashers You Haven’t TriedWhile training methodology will always continue to evolve, two “truths” continue to remain apparent. First, properly programmed, high-frequency weight lifting will...
September 30, 2015 -
How To Do Dumbbell Front SquatHold two dumbbells or kettlebells in the “rack position” (chest height under the chin). Take a slightly wider-than-shoulder-width foot position with...
September 18, 2015 -
Best Hormone Booster: Squat or Leg Press?Which are better: free weight exercises or machine exercises? Aaron Shaner and colleagues investigated the effects of using a multi-joint free...
September 8, 2015 -
Free Weight Exercises Or Machine Exercises?Aaron Shaner and colleagues investigated the effects of using a multi-joint free weight leg exercise versus a multi-joint machine leg exercise...
August 5, 2015 -
Leg Training P/RR/S StyleQ: I am currently using your Hybrid-Power/Rep Range/Shock training at home with extremely limited equipment—a flat bench with leg extension/leg curl,...
June 28, 2015 -
Brignole’s Best Exercises for Training LegsLast month Brignole discussed his strategies for working the shoulders. In this final installment he identifies the best exercises for training...
January 14, 2015 -
Calf Quest
Q: I’m confused. How many muscles are in the calves? Can you explain the different calf muscles and the best exercises...
August 4, 2014 -
Calf Combustion
Sometimes it takes your favorite machine to be broken to discover an exercise that can trigger new growth. In my case...
May 28, 2014 -
Q&A: Quads vs. Thighs and Full vs. Partial DeadliftsQ: Is there a difference between the “thighs” and the “quads”? A: Yes. The thigh includes the quadriceps femoris, or quads, but the...
March 30, 2014 -
Back Pain And Leg-Mass Gains
Q: I have good form on the squat, but I often strain my lower back on it. As a result I...
December 24, 2013 -
Complete Hamstring Development
Q: Rather than doing full squats, couldn’t I just add a few sets of leg curls to ensure complete hamstring development?...
October 28, 2013 -
Building Strong Lumbars
Last month I stated the many reasons that it’s so important for every strength athlete to have a strong set of...
August 22, 2013 -
Serious Size: Rep Range
Q: During a bulking stage, what rep range should I use for squats in order to put some serious size on...
July 22, 2013 -
Calf-Stretching Fundamentals
Q: Any tips on how to stretch the calves? I stretch them every day with the basic wall stretch, but I...
June 12, 2013
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