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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...
Wearing Knee Sleeves For Squats: Tips + How Much Do They Help?
As a powerlifting coach, I’m often asked if it’s worth wearing knee sleeves for squats, how they help, and how much additional weight one can expect to lift when wearing them. Here’s my response: K...
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...
Ultimate Guide to Bulking + Best Foods for Muscle Gain
Elevate your muscle-building regimen with our comprehensive guide to the best bulking foods. Discover how to optimize your diet for maximum muscle gain with key tips on macronutrients and the pros ...
Upper Body Workout: Push Day with Monica Granda
Unlock the power of push day workouts with this ultimate guide that includes the benefits, targeted muscle groups, and the best exercises to optimize your upper-body training. Plus, put it to the t...
Resistance Bands vs Tubes: What Are The Differences?
If you’re interested in working out from home then you may be wondering whether resistance bands or resistance tubes are the better investment for your home gym. Resistance bands and tubes are both...
How To Use Arm Blaster PROPERLY (According To PT)
As a personal trainer, part of my job is to teach my clients how to use various gym tools to elevate their training. This includes the often-overlooked arm blaster. An arm blaster is a long, flat m...
Can Kettlebell Swings Help Lose Belly Fat? Yes, Here's How To Start
If you’re trying to lose belly fat then you’re probably wondering if explosive movements like kettlebell swings will help you lose fat more quickly. So, can kettlebell swings help lose belly fat? K...
Kettlebell Clean & Jerk: How-To, Muscles, Benefits, Mistakes
If you’re interested in CrossFit or simply looking for new exercises to perform with your kettlebell, the clean & jerk should be a staple exercise in your routine. So, what is the kettlebell cl...
Kettlebell Sumo Deadlift: How-To, Muscles, Benefits, Mistakes
Kettlebell sumo deadlifts are my favorite exercise to program to strengthen and build the hips and are a great option for promoting hip health as well. So, what is a sumo deadlift? The sumo deadlif...
Knee Sleeves vs Knee Wraps: Differences and Which Do You Need?
If you’re looking for added support and performance-boosting benefits for squats, then you may be wondering whether you should use knee sleeves or knee wraps. Most lifters will need knee sleeves ra...
Lifting Straps For Small Wrists: What To Consider Before Buying
Lifting Straps are a great tool for lifters with smaller wrists as grip strength is more likely to be a limiting factor for these individuals; however, not all lifting straps will work for smaller ...
Is Using Lifting Straps Cheating? (A Coach Answers)
There is a popular debate in the fitness industry about the use of lifting straps and if they are considered cheating. To help you decide whether or not lifting straps are considered cheating, I’ll...
Where To Position Arm Blasters For Best Results
As a personal trainer, I’ve seen plenty of trainees using an arm blaster incorrectly simply because they’ve positioned it poorly on their torso. To help you get the best results while using an arm ...
Resistance bands, available in various types and resistance levels, can help improve your strength, mobility, and flexibility, making them a staple for any fitness enthusiast. To help you decide wh...
Kettlebell Split Squat: How-To, Muscles, Benefits, Mistakes
As an experienced personal trainer, I recommend the kettlebell split squat to clients who want to build lower body strength and muscle while also improving their balance and stability. The kettlebe...
Kettlebell Hang Clean: How-To, Muscles, Benefits, Mistakes
As a personal trainer, I often program dynamic movements like the kettlebell hang clean to help lifters develop more strength and power. Kettlebell hang cleans are a dynamic unilateral (training on...