In the January issue of the Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, there is a study published looking at the impact of training volume on increases in back squat strength. Generally I...
A number of sources recommend using specialized weightlifting shoes (as opposed to running shoes) when performing the Olympic lifts, squats, and overhead lifts. Weightlifting shoes (see below for an image) have an...
Warming up properly is important for injury prevention and for performance. This is true in strength training just like any other mode of exercise. This post is going to cover suggestions on...
Warming up properly is important for injury prevention and for performance. This is true in strength training just like any other mode of exercise. This post is going to cover suggestions on...
The Olympic lifts and their variations can be performed with dumbbells. This has a number of benefits for an athlete. First, it allows for more variety in terms of the exercise. With...