There are two requirements to acquire a V-taper. 1. A wide back 2. A slim waist Building the back The latissimus dorsi plays a major role in the construction of a proper V-taper because it provides the width. You have to make your lats bigger and stronger if you want a V-taper. The most […]
1.Lifting with bad form Undoubtedly, deadlifting with bad form is the most frequent deadlift mistake. Many trainees just focus on pulling more weight while completely disrespecting the proper mechanics of the lift. Do yourself a favor and learn how to deadlift. 2.Deadlifting heavy too frequently Technically, you can deadlift every day if the weight is […]
Many people have a hard time feeling their lats working due to a poor mind-muscle connection. A good way to meet your lats is to do pullovers. Contrary to popular belief, the pullover is not a chest exercise. The primary movers are the long head of the triceps and the latissimus dorsi. The pullover can […]
The terms “lower lats” and “high lats” refer to the lower insertion of the latissimus dorsi muscle. The “lower lats” insert very low – right into the lower back. Those blessed with low lat insertions often have good lat development and a fuller lower back. The lats of Larry Scott and Lee Haney insert really low into […]
Can a man develop a decent back musculature without deadlifts? Of course. There are no irreplaceable exercises. Even deadlifts do not make an exception. How to Build a Big Back Without Deadlifts 1.Do lots of rows One of the best exercises for the back is the row, which comes in many forms (e.g., barbell rows, T-bar […]
A man with big arms can still look fragile, but when your traps are climbing to your ears, people will get the memo that you are strong and assimilate it quickly. Below are some of the best trap builders. Enjoy. 1.Deadlifts Heavy deadlifts work the traps in an isometric fashion. The traps stabilize the upper […]
Behind the neck pull-ups have become very popular thanks to various action movies. For example, the actor Will Smith included them in his training routine in “I am Legend”. However, this does not make the exercise better than it is. In general, behind the neck pull-ups are an inferior movement. 1.Short range of motion Behind […]
People have been calling deadlifts ”back snappers” because they put a lot of stress on the back. Consequently, many stay away from deadlifts due to fear of back injury. But are deadlifts really that scary? Are they bad for your back? Anything can hurt you when it’s done the wrong way. People hurt themselves doing […]
Neutral grip pull-ups are a popular variation of the basic exercise performed with the palms facing each other. The execution of the movement mimics that of a regular pull-up. The only difference is the grip. By using a neutral grip, the lifter is reducing the stress placed on the elbow and wrist joints during the […]
The hook grip is a technique used by Olympic weightlifters to lift more weight by reducing the requirements for grip strength. The method is fairly simple. The lifter simply has to wrap his fingers over the thumb in order to secure the bar. Since four fingers are stronger than one, and the thumb acts as […]
Grease The Groove (GTG) is a training method popularized by the Latvian strength coach Pavel Tsatsouline. GTG’s main purpose is to increase your numbers on bodyweight exercises such as pull-ups, push-ups, dips and more. GTG in a Nutshell 1.Choose an exercise that you want to excel in. (e.g., pull-ups, push-ups, dips) 2.Cut your maximum number […]
What’s better for your back development – pull-ups or barbell rows? Both exercises have proven to be effective over many decades of physical exercising. To determine which one is better, we have to put them into a context. Pull-up Benefits 1.Affordable Pull-ups do not require a lot of equipment and can be done almost everywhere, […]