Are barbell shrugs effective?

Barbell shrugs are effective for building bigger traps and a stronger grip. Whether this is effective for you depends on what your goals are. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Fitness, Strength, Barbell

Are barbell squats bad for you?

Exercise is good for you. Barbell squats can be a risk when they are executed wrong or you do not know your limits. All around the benefits of being active outweigh the risk of injury. 

Topics: Squat, Fitness, Strength, Barbell

 

Stronglifts vs ketogains

Ketogains is a good choice when you can commit more time in the gym and also focus on your diet. Usually, this is too much for beginners. I recommend building better habits one step at a time. If you find easier to eat less start there. If you want to eat the same and get stronger go with Stronglifts 5x5.

Topics: Lift stronger, Stronglifts 5x5, Food & Diet, Fitness, Strength, Diet

Deadlift vs hip thrust

The deadlift is one of the main staples of strength. In most scenarios, it will be the better option than the hip thrust for overall fitness. The hip thrust can be used as accessory work. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Deadlift, Fitness, Strength, Powerlifting, Bodybuilding

Overview and review Rogue Bella bar Davidsdottir

This overview of the  Davidsdottir bar was originally published in my comprehensive guide on which Rogue barbell to buy. If you are currently considering to buy a Rogue barbell it is worth a read to get input on the latest models. I update the guide on a yearly basis depending on Rogue's new releases. 

Topics: Fitness, Rogue

Are barbell collars necessary?

Barbell collars are necessary for most lifting scenarios to keep you safe and improve your performance. Without them, you will create more risk of injury. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Fitness, Strength, Barbell

How to barbell deadlift?

 

The main ingredients of a good barbell deadlift are tension, aggression and control. Beginners get usually at least one component wrong. Here are some tips to stay tight, hungry and level-headed. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Deadlift, Fitness, Strength

Stronglifts and Muay Thai

Stronglifts is not the ideal pairing with martial arts. If you are a beginning fighter focus on your Muay Thai instructions and listen closely to your trainer. No need for extra work in the weight room, ask your master what to do instead if you want to train more. If you are a fully qualified Muay Thai fighter who wants to step up their game in the weight room, go for programs like Wendler 531 or the Juggernaut method. These are more suited to your level of fitness and goal set than Stronglifts 5x5.

Topics: Lift stronger, Stronglifts 5x5, Fitness, Strength

Deadlift and bench press

The deadlift and bench press are a good combination for a full body strength session in the gym. If you like a barbell and prefer power over muscle this is the way to go. 

Topics: Bench Press, Deadlift, Kettlebll, Fitness, Strength

Overview and review of the Rogue Operator bar

This overview of the  Rogue Chan bar  was originally published in my comprehensive guide on  which Rogue barbell to buy . If you are currently considering to buy a Rogue barbell it is worth a read to get input on the latest models. I update the guide on a yearly basis depending on Rogue's new releases. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Fitness, Rogue