The Back Squat and Leg Press are two popular exercises used to strengthen and build mass in the lower body, specifically the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings. While both exercises can be effective for these muscle groups, they differ in terms of their movement patterns, benefits, and potential drawbacks. I’ve been a D1 College Strength Coach…
Mountain Climbers are an extremely effective and oftentimes underrated warm-up exercise. I believe we often dismiss Mountain Climbers because they’re one of the staple exercises most of us remember from elementary gym class. However, as effective as Mountain Climbers may be, sometimes you may find yourself wanting an alternative for them. Maybe an injury doesn’t…
The Hammer Strength Chest Press is a very effective exercise for building upper body strength, specifically for the chest, shoulders and triceps. However, sometimes you may find yourself needing an alternative for Hammer Strength Chest Press. While Hammer Strength Chest Press machines are a staple in many gyms, they may not be accessible or suitable…
An isolateral exercise is a type of exercise that involves the use of one limb or side of the body at a time, while the other limb or side remains stationary. This type of exercise is commonly used in resistance training and can be performed with a variety of equipment, including dumbbells, resistance bands, and…
In this article, we will be comparing Cable Crossovers and Bench Press. Both of these exercises are commonly used to target the chest and can be incorporated into various workout routines. However, they each have their own unique advantages and disadvantages, and it is important to understand the differences between them in order to determine…
If you’re looking to build a stronger chest, two exercises that are likely to be on your radar are Cable Crossovers and Dumbbell Chest Flys. Both exercises target the chest, but they differ in how they are performed and the equipment that they require. Cable Crossovers, also known as Cable Flys, are a type of…
Are you trying to decide between Cable Crossovers and Dips for your chest workout? Both exercises are popular choices for improving strength and building muscle mass in the chest, but they differ in terms of the muscles they target and the equipment needed. Cable Crossovers involve using cables attached to a pulley system to perform…
Push-ups are a classic exercise that targets the chest, shoulders, and triceps. But, they can be challenging for beginners or those with wrist or shoulder injuries. If you’re looking for ways to mix up your training program or want to try some new exercises to target the same muscles, this article is for you. I’ll…
When it comes to developing strength and mass in the upper body, Dips and Close Grip Bench Press are two popular exercises to consider. While both exercises target the triceps, they differ in the equipment required. In this article, we will compare Dips and Close Grip Bench Press, including their benefits, muscles worked, and variations….
Push-ups and Dips are both classic exercises that are often used to strengthen the upper body, including the chest, shoulders, and triceps. While both exercises are pushing movements, there are some key differences between Dips and Push-ups that you should consider when deciding which exercise to include in your workout routine. One main difference between…