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Even doing just one pull-up is an impressive and noticeable feat of strength. It requires a high level of back, shoulder, and bicep strength to pull off, but once you’ve done one, it’s easier to do more. We can easily create mental barriers that stop us from properly progressing. Just the thought of doing a pull-up can make people think they’re not strong enough, even when … [Read more...] about 17 Pull-ups to Get a Jacked Upper Body With Limited Means

Second only to the squat, the lunge is one of the best leg exercises of all time. The only reason the deadlift isn’t in this spot is because you need some form of weight to complete it. The lunge, on the other hand, can be done without any weight whatsoever. That means that no matter where you are or the equipment you have access to, you can still get in a good leg … [Read more...] about Bodyweight Lunges: 17 Handpicked Variations for Maximum Results

You can find many variables which affect your muscle growth. Scientists and coaches try to examine them and give us better tips for working out. Among these factors are the number of repetitions (reps). You can work out in different ranges of repetition which can significantly impact your athletic achievements. Many gym-goers think that low repetitions are suitable for … [Read more...] about Low or High: How Many Reps Faster Increase Muscle Hypertrophy?

Often heralded as the king of lower body exercises, the squat should be a staple of everyone’s exercise routine. Whether you’re looking to build muscle, lose fat, or just simply improve your fitness capabilities, the squat is a fantastic movement for almost every goal. However, continually doing the same movement over and over again can get a little boring. Also, sometimes … [Read more...] about 14 Best Bodyweight Squat Variations for All Levels of Fitness

There are various techniques and methods to employ when you hit a plateau in your bench press. Switching styles from mid grip to wide grip to close grip, incorporating paused reps, benching from pins, using heavy eccentrics, and switching to the dumbbell press to name just a few. Yet, in recent years, there’s been an explosion in one particular device that’s been helping … [Read more...] about The Slingshot Bench Press: Improve Your Result by 50 lbs