Interest in bodybuilding has skyrocketed since the pandemic began. Searches for "bodybuilding" or "weightlifting" apps have grown by over 190% year over year, according to Google Trends data. Among ...
Exercise Scientist: I'm Begging Guys to Try This Bench Press Trick for Heavier Lifts originally appeared on Men's Fitness. To arch your back during a bench press or to keep a neutral spine? That is ...
You can perform bat wing rows with dumbbells or two kettlebells, with a weight bench positioned at either an incline or completely flat. Sapstead says he prefers the latter because it removes the ...
When it comes to increasing your bench press strength, most lifters focus solely on pressing mechanics—how to push more weight off their chest, how to explode through sticking points, and how to ...
While muscle groups like the chest, biceps, and glutes tend to get an abundance of attention, no strong physique is complete without a well-developed back. All too often, however, we overlook back ...
The back extension is a versatile exercise that can be performed virtually anywhere. It can be used as part of a training program to build strength or a rehabilitation program for injury recovery.
When it comes to building a home gym, a few items are essential — including a weight bench. Weight benches are integral to most strength training routines because they offer a stable surface. From ...
Leoni Jesner is a fitness, health, and lifestyle writer who has contributed to Byrdie and LIVESTRONG.com, among other publications. She is also a personal trainer, mat Pilates instructor, and ...