When you first begin lifting weights, your focus should be on progressively overloading the muscles using the basic compound lifts. There is really no need to get all “fancy” with exercises, advanced techniques or repetition ranges. Basically, as you get stronger, just keep adding more weight to the bar.
Planks are one of the most underrated exercises. Simple in theory, yet when performed correctly, can help strengthen the core and improve your overall training ability. A strong core is important to prevent back pain, improve posture, prevent injuries during your training and, ultimately, help you increase your strength with other lifts.
Big arms are something everyone covets but not everyone executes properly. I’ve pulled together five faves for the ultimate gun show.
MuscleTech Ambassador Dylan demonstrates the inverted chest press.
Friends don’t let friends skip leg day, but legs without calves is like peanut butter without jelly. Well built calves form a balanced physique and are pleasing to the eyes (and soul, in my opinion). And let’s be honest, there’s a true gastroc epidemic in our gyms lately.
