Can't barbell squat

The most common reasons for not being able to do the barbell squat are a lack of strength, mobility, and technique. This article explains each of them in more detail.

Topics: Lift stronger, Squat, Fitness, Strength, Barbell

Deadlift or back extension

 

The deadlift is the better option for overall strength and fitness. If you specifically want to target a weak lower back do back extensions. 

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

Overview and review of the Rogue Camber bar

This overview of the  camber  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, Strength, Rogue

Why do barbell squats

The barbell squat trains your entire body with special emphasis on your quads. This exercise will give you optimal outcomes for the time invested for full body power development. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Squat, Fitness, Strength, Barbell

How to barbell row 

Start off the floor or slightly below the hips. Move the barbell from there to the chest. Rinse and repeat to make your back thicker and stronger. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Fitness, Strength, Barbell

Workouts like Stronglifts

 

Workouts like Stronglifts are ketogains, ice cream fitness, and Starting Strength. This article discusses all four programs and gives recommendations which Is for you. 

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

Deadlift and lower back

Training the deadlift also covers the lower back. Only doing deadlifts will leave you with a bottleneck in the smaller muscle groups soon. Incorporate some low intensity, high repetition lower back work to remedy this. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Deadlift, Fitness, Strength

Can dumbbells replace the barbell

Dumbbells can replace barbells in most fitness scenarios and not for competitive powerlifting and weightlifting scenarios. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Fitness, Strength, Barbell, Dumbbell

Stronglifts or calisthenics

Stronglifts is the better program if you like metal and to train indoors. This is the path to strength, but not necessarily the cutest looks. If you want to get toned and impress at the beach calisthenics might be the better way to go. 

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

Deadlift or squat first

Generally, you should start with the squat before the deadlift as injury risk is higher. Try to avoid pairing them on the same day unless you are a beginner. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Kettlebll, Fitness, Strength, Powerlifting, Bodybuilding, Strongman