Pull-Ups are, in my opinion, the ultimate upper-body exercise. There is no other exercise (yes, this includes Bench Press) that is more effective at building upper body strength and size. However, as good as pull-ups are, there may be situations where you need an alternative for pull-ups. Maybe you don’t have a pull-up bar or…
Bicycle Crunches are a simple yet extremely effective core exercise. They work the entire abdominal region and don’t require any equipment. However, sometimes you may find yourself wanting an alternative exercise for Bicycle Crunches. You may not be a fan of Bicycle Crunches or maybe you just want to add some variety to your workouts….
Romanian Deadlifts, or RDLs for short, are an excellent exercise for building posterior chain strength. They’re a staple in my strength training programming because of their simplicity and effectiveness. However, sometimes you may need an alternative for Romanian Deadlifts (sometimes referred to as a stiff leg deadlift). Maybe you don’t have a barbell or maybe…
When designing a basketball strength and conditioning program, figuring out what the best exercises are to decrease the risk of injury and improve performance is critical. This is because we’re almost always limited by time. For collegiate programs, the NCAA mandates how much time is allowed for training each week. But, even if there isn’t…
I’ve always loved the NFL Combine. A series of events to evaluate the physical characteristics of the best college football players each year. While it’s debatable whether this whole event is actually valuable (why we’re still doing 225 rep tests, especially with Wide Receivers, I’ll never know), my fascination with it has never waned. When…
Floor Press is one of the most effective exercises for building upper body strength, specifically for the chest and triceps. However, sometimes you may find yourself needing an alternative for Barbell Floor Press. Maybe you don’t have a barbell or maybe you’re just looking to add some variety to your workouts. Whatever the reason, if…
Bulgarian Split Squats are an excellent single-leg exercise. They’re both beginner-friendly and yet still can be challenging to advanced lifters. However, sometimes you may need an alternative for Bulgarian Split Squats. You may not have dumbbells or a sturdy bench to use or maybe you’re just looking to add some variety to your workout. Good…
Overhead Squats are one of my all-time favorite exercises. They demand mobility and stability from almost every part of the body. This makes Overhead Squats extremely effective as both an assessment movement and as an exercise that can improve both mobility and stability. However, as amazing of an exercise as the Overhead Squat is, sometimes…
I’ve always loved the NFL Combine. A series of events to evaluate the physical characteristics of the best college football players each year. While it’s debatable whether this whole event is actually valuable (why we’re still doing 225 rep tests I’ll never know), my fascination with it has never waned. When I train players for…
Farmer’s Walk is a highly effective exercise for improving grip strength, core strength and not to mention they will absolutely smoke your traps and shoulders. There are really not many movements that are better to finish off a workout with. However, if you’re here then you’re looking for an alternative for Farmer’s Walks. Good news,…