Stronglifts or ICF

Ice cream fitness and Stronglifts are very similar programs. If you can spare 1.5 hours threes times a week do Ice cream fitness. If you have less do Stronglifts. 

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

Deadlift vs power clean

The deadlift is the tool of choice for anyone who wants to pack on muscle and get stronger. The power clean is your go-to exercise if you want to stay the same size and strength but unleash it faster.

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

Overview and review Rogue Ohio Bar Froning Edition

This overview of the  Froning 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

Are barbell rows necessary?

Barbell rows are not necessary for the gym. You can replace them with dumbbell rows. Still, many elite lifters report that a higher deadlift can be established by rowing more. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Fitness, Strength, Barbell

How to barbell squat: Beginner Guide

 

This is a guide for beginners who want to   barbell squat on how to set their equipment up and execute the movement. We will also go into which programs are key effective for beginners. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Squat, Barbell

 

Stronglifts and BJJ

Stronglifts is not really the ideal program to team up with BJJ. Leave the weight room to the side as a BJJ beginner and focus on technique and functional strength first. If you are competing and feel you lose your fight on being overpowered by your opponents have a look into Wendler 531 and the Juggernaut method. 

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

Overview and review Rogue Ohio Bar Fraser Edition

This overview of the  Fraser 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

Are barbell curls good?

Curls are good for your biceps. Barbell curls are bad for your wrists. Therefore do curls, but with an EZ bar or dumbbell. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Fitness, Strength, Barbell

Are barbell curls a compound exercise

Barbell curls are not a compound exercise as they do not use multiple joints to execute the movement. It is a good isolated exercise for the biceps. 

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Programs like Stronglifts

This overview looks at the powerliftingtowin program and starting Strength as alternatives for beginners. Starting Strength might be a good alternative to athletes while the powerliftingtowin program is a good alternative if you are interested in powerlifting. 

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