Tip: Banded Close-Grip Bench Press
Blow up your triceps by doing these out of a rack, from mid to top range, using bands.
January 10
Tip: Independent Handle Pushdown
Rope pulldowns are fine, but try this pushdown variation using two handles for a great pump and a new stimulus. Great for warm-ups.
December 26
Tip: Slow Tempo Pull-Aparts for Reps
Slow down your reps and the pull-apart can become a muscle builder.
December 25
Tip: Muscle Control Pull-Apart
A pull-apart to increase your bench press? Yes. Try this.
December 24
Tip: Band Resisted Push-Up
Don't abandon the push-up just because you've gotten too good at it. Try this variation and make it tougher.
December 23
Tip: Therapeutic Pull-Apart
Use this variation of the band pull-apart to reduce soreness and pain.
December 22
Tip: Deadlift – Explosive Triple from Deficit
Sub-maximal explosive deadlifts for sets of 3-5 reps are sure to boost your conventional deadlift PR.
December 21
Tip: Good Mornings
This classic lift is great for posterior chain development for bodybuilders, and it'll help powerlifters boost their deadlift and squat PRs.
December 20
Tip: Stiff-Leg Deadlift from Deficit
You need a strong posterior chain to deadlift big numbers, and it's hard to beat this lift to strengthen it.
December 19
Tip: Agonist Superset: Chin-Up and Curl
Jack up the metabolic and muscular damage, jack up your biceps growth. Try this superset.
December 18
Tip: The Swiss Ball Leg Curl
Looks easy. It's not! Try this instead of standard leg curls, or use it as a finisher.
December 17
Tip: The L-Sit Hold
Light up your core and triceps with this simple (but tough) bodyweight exercise.
December 16
Tip: Bodyweight Triceps Extension
Finish off your triceps workouts with these. To keep the elbows happy, aim for the top of your head.
December 15
Tip: The Deadlift – Scissor vs. Canister Position
Get stacked and pull more weight. Here's how.
December 14
Tip: Elevate Your Deadlift
Here's how (and why) to use block pulls to boost your deadlift strength.
December 13
Tip: The Landmine Deadlift
Groove your hip hinge and boost your deadlifting volume with this great lift.
December 12
Tip: Stop Over-Cueing the Deadlift
Keep it simple and boost your deadlift numbers. Here's how.
December 11
Tip: The Anderson or Pin Squat
Build your deadlift with this accessory movement.
December 10
Tip: Get Your Weight Back on the Deadlift
Fix a common technique flaw fast with this simple but effective trick.
December 9
Tip: The Deadlift – How to Add Bands
Accommodating resistance is a great way to add variety to your training, and it's a great way to take advantage of the strength curve.