by admin | Jan 19, 2023 | back workout, lats, pull-up alternatives, pull-ups, Train, training
The pull-up is what many experienced trainers refer to as the “king of upper body exercises.” Although the common gym narrative is to test your worth by finding out how much you bench press, there’s so much more athleticism, utility, and overall transfer from testing...
by admin | Nov 16, 2022 | back workout, lat pulldown, lats, Train, training
There aren’t many muscle-building or strength-focused training programs that leave out the traditional lat pulldown. Many effective workouts include this classic, and for good reason. Pulling in a vertical pattern strengthens your back, shoulders, and arms, while...
by admin | Nov 11, 2022 | back workout, exercise guide, Exercise Guides, lats, straight arm pushdown, Train, training
Exercises like the chin-up and the deadlift are seen as the kings of back-builders by many lifters, but they are only the meat and potatoes. You have to add some seasoning if you want the best final product, and the extra flavor (and extra results) will come from your...
by admin | Nov 4, 2022 | back workout, exercise guide, Exercise Guides, shoulder workout, Train, training, traps, upright row
Most shoulder exercises involve pressing a weight overhead, while most back exercises involve pulling a weight toward your body. The upright row is a little bit of both. This unique vertical pulling exercise targets your shoulders as well as your upper back. Credit:...
by admin | Oct 26, 2022 | back workout, beginners, bodyweight exercise, bodyweight workout, first pull-up, pull-ups, Train, training
Few exercises can be as daunting as the pull-up. Having the strength necessary to perform one single repetition is a challenge for many. Yet, it is a milestone everyone should strive for. It’s frustrating to struggle performing pull-ups, but it’s even worse to leave...