Overview and review of the REP Stone sandbag

This is an overview of the REP fitness REP Stone sandbag including pros, cons, and alternatives. The original was published under which rep fitness strength equipment to buy. Follow the links for more details.

Topics: Powerlifting, Garagegym, Home Gym, Bodybuilding, Strongman, Sandbag

Are rack pulls safer than deadlifts

 

You would think that they are safer as they go through a smaller range of motion. However the likelihood that you will put too much weight on and the bounce from the pins make the rack pull an exercise which is more likely to blow your back out.

Topics: Deadlift, Powerlifting, Rack, Bodybuilding, Strongman

Will rack pulls help deadlift? 

 

Yes, they will. Still, there are less risky options like the Romanian deadlift and good morning which can achieve the same with less risk.

Topics: Deadlift, Powerlifting, Rack, Bodybuilding, Strongman

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

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

Stronglifts or PPL

To compare Stronglifts and PPL is apples and oranges. While Stronglifts is a program PPL is a training method. If you find a Push, pull, legs program to do be aware that they often are biased towards bodybuilding rather than functional fitness. 

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

PHUL vs Stronglifts

PHUL is better suited for intermediates who want to take a middle of the road approach between muscle and strength. Stronglifts is one of the best choices for beginners who want to take a middle of the road approach between the two.

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

Deadlift feels like a squat 

 

Build more tension off the floor and think of the deadlift as a hinge. These are the best tips to make your deadlift feel less like a squat. Tension is key. Once you maximize it the deadlift will not feel like a squat anymore.

Topics: Deadlift, Squat, Fitness, Strength, Powerlifting, Bodybuilding, Strongman

Deadlift and pull up

Deadlifts and pull-ups are a good combination in a program to develop your entire back. Avoid doing them in the same session. Dips are a better candidate to be combined with the deadlift.

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

Stronglifts vs Texas method

 

The comparison is flawed as these two programs are designed for different groups. Stronglifts is better compared with starting strength while the Texas method is better compared with Madcow. 

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