How to barbell bench press?

Take care of your setup. Be safe and decide on a powerlifting or bodybuilding style bench press. Build maximum tension and stay focused. Rinse and repeat for a decade for best results. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Bench Press, Fitness, Strength

Stronglifts and swimming

 

Stronglifts and swimming can be combined. Beginners should start with one of the two and establish a routine around that. Then move on to add the next. Rowing can be a great alternative to cardio if you dislike running. 

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

 

Deadlift ORM calculator

 

One repetition maximum calculators are helpful tools to determine whether you are getting stronger without risking injury. Be aware that calculations are theoretical and do not reflect your actual strength levels. 

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

GVT vs FST 7

German Volume Training is easier to understand and more versatile while FST 7 is more specialized to the needs of bodybuilders. 

Topics: Lift stronger, German Volume Training, Fitness, Strength

Why are barbell squats so hard?

Barbell squats are hard when you lack tension and mobility. Build tension through the right setup and mobility through yoga and Cossack squats.

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

 

Stronglifts and calisthenics

 

Stronglifts and calisthenics can be combined. They might not be the ideal pairing. Both are better paired with some cardio for fitness. If you want to go extreme bodyweight pair calisthenics with yoga. If you want to go hardcore strength pair Stronglifts with lifting stones and prowler work. 

Topics: Lift stronger, Stronglifts 5x5, Fitness, Strength, Powerlifting, Bodybuilding, Strongman, Calisthenics

Deadlifts or farmers walk

 

The deadlift and farmers walk are two very different exercises. If your main interest is grip strength do farmers walks. If you want to build muscle and strength in your entire body do more deadlifts. 

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

GVT vs PHAT

 

GVT is the easier option for building muscle mainly for most. PHAT is the more professional individualized crossover program. For most people, GVT will be the better option. For athletes, PHAT is more promising depending on your available time. 

Topics: Lift stronger, German Volume Training, Fitness, Strength

Stronglifts and yoga

Stronglifts and yoga are a great combo to prepare for heavier lifting later down the line. Stronglifts will build the core of your program while Yoga will take care of rehabilitation. Your strength and mobility will increase with comparatively very little time consumption. If you are mainly after developing a six pack quick, this might not be the best route to travel.

Topics: Lift stronger, Stronglifts 5x5, Strength, Powerlifting, Bodybuilding, Strongman, Yoga

 

 

Deadlift vs barbell row

 

The barbell row is an excellent accessory exercise for people who are interested in raw strength. The deadlift will build the core of at least one training day in your daily routine if you want to become big and strong. I personally would not design an entire training day around the barbell row. 

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