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Leather vs Cotton vs Nylon Lifting Straps: Which Are Better?
As a personal trainer, part of my job is to help my clients pick the best training equipment, so I’m often asked which material would be best for lifting straps: leather, nylon, or cotton. Cotton l...
How To Measure For Knee Sleeves + How Tight Should They Be
As someone interested in purchasing knee sleeves, you’re probably wondering how to get the perfect fit and how tight they should feel on your knees. To measure for knee sleeves, take a tape measure...
7 Types of Lifting Belts (Explaining The Pros, Cons, & Which Is Best)
Weightlifting belts come in different styles, thicknesses, and materials, and based on what kinds of activities and exercises you do in the gym, one type may be better than others. If you purchas...
Build a MONSTER Chest with These 5 Moves! Danny Swole's Chest Workout
Are you ready to transform your chest workout into a powerhouse session? If you’re looking to build a strong, sculpted chest, you’ve landed in the right spot! Join us as we break down Danny Swole’s...
The Alex Kopp Beginner Strongman Training Program
Build Strength and Power with The Alex Kopp Beginner Strongman Training Program The Alex Kopp Beginner Strongman Training Program is a 4-week regimen designed to introduce anyone—whether or not yo...
Ultimate Tricep Finisher: Sculpt Your Arms with This Effective Routine
Introduction Looking to add serious definition to your arms? It all starts with building your triceps. These muscles make up two-thirds of your upper arm, so if you want a strong, toned look, you c...
Alternative Exercises to the Leg Press: What to Try
The leg press is an excellent exercise for the quads and glutes, but what if you don’t have access to the machine? In this case, stick around because we are discussing seven alternatives that are j...
How to Squat Without Lower Back Pain: Pro Tips for a Pain-Free Workout
Lower back pain is common when squatting; however, it’s not normal. If you are experiencing lower back pain while squatting, you need to address the root cause. I’ll explain everything you need to ...
Maximize Your Push Day: Ultimate Chest, Triceps, & Shoulders Workout for All Levels
Discover the ultimate Push day workout for chest, triceps, and shoulders with Gymreapers athlete Jack West. Build muscle and strength with these key exercises.
Targeting the Lateral Head of the Tricep: Techniques
Developing the lateral tricep head contributes to the muscle’s ‘horseshoe’ appearance, making it look thicker and wider. I’ll teach you which movements target the lateral head, what mistakes to av...
Leg Press vs Squat: Which is Better for Strength?
If you want to build stronger legs, you’re probably wondering which lower-body exercise, the leg press or the squat, will reap the biggest rewards. In this article, I’ll compare leg presses and sq...
Best Chest Exercises for Hypertrophy: Top Picks + Sample Workout
Some movements are better for chest growth than others. Let’s review the best compound and isolation lifts for chest hypertrophy, how to do them, and how to program them into your training for opti...
Rack Pull vs Deadlift: Comparing the Lifts
Rack pulls and deadlifts target similar muscle groups but differ in execution, range of motion, and specific benefits. Understanding these differences can help you choose the proper exercise for yo...
Chest and Shoulder Workout: A Complete Training Plan
If you want to train your chest and shoulders together, you must be strategic in your exercise selection and approach to ensure they get equal opportunity to grow. I’ll explain everything you need ...
Chest and Bicep Workout: The Ultimate Muscle Pairing
Pairing your chest and bicep training is what you need to maximize upper body growth by limiting fatigue.I’ll walk you through the best chest and bicep exercises and teach you how to build the ulti...
No Equipment, No Problem: Chest Exercises to Do Anywhere
If you want to train your chest but don’t have access to equipment, you need the right exercises and strategies for adjusting volume and intensity to maximize your efforts. In this article, I’ll wa...
8 Best Dumbbell Triceps Exercises for Mass
8 Best Triceps Exercises for Mass Developing the triceps is crucial for enhancing overall arm size and strength, as these muscles make up about two-thirds of the upper arm mass. Targeted triceps tr...