Barbell Curls and Cable Curls are both popular exercises that are used to strengthen and develop the muscles in the biceps and forearms. Both exercises are generally the same movement (curling a weight toward the shoulders), but they differ in the type of equipment that is used and the way that the resistance is applied….
Barbell Curls and EZ Bar Curls are both popular exercises that are used to strengthen and develop the muscles in the biceps and forearms. Both (spoiler alert) are curl exercises, but they differ in the type of bar that is used and the grip position. Barbell curls are performed with a straight barbell that is…
Barbell Curls and Hammer Curls are two popular exercises that target the biceps. Both are excellent choices for arm day, but there are a few differences between them. One difference is the equipment used. In barbell curls, a (spoiler alert) barbell is used while in hammer curls it’s dumbbells. This difference in equipment can affect…
The barbell curl and dumbbell curl are two popular exercises that target the muscles of the upper arm, including the biceps and brachialis. Both exercises involve curling a weight towards the shoulders, but the movements and muscles worked are slightly different. In this article, I will compare the barbell curl and dumbbell curl, including their…
The Cable Upright Row and Cable Lateral Raises are two popular exercises that target the muscles of the shoulders. Both exercises involve using a cable machine, but the movements and muscles worked are slightly different. In this article, we will compare the cable upright row and lateral raise, including their differences in technique, muscle activation,…
Cable upright rows and face pulls are two exercises that target the muscles of the upper back and shoulders. While both exercises involve pulling a weight towards the body, the key difference between the two is the position of the hands and the path of the weight. In cable upright rows, the hands are placed…
Are you looking to build strength in your upper body and back muscles? The Cable Upright Row and Barbell Upright Row are two popular strength–training exercises that target the shoulders and upper back. This article will compare and contrast these two exercises, and discuss which one might be the best choice for your workout routine….
Kettlebell Swings and Hip Thrusts are two exercises that are often used to build strength and improve athletic performance. Both exercises target the muscles in the posterior chain, including the glutes, hamstrings, and lower back, but they differ in the way they are performed and the specific muscles they target. Kettlebell Swings involve swinging a…
Cable Rear Delt Flys are an extremely popular supplemental exercise for shoulder development. They’re easy to learn, beginner-friendly and are one of the most effective exercises for focusing on the posterior deltoid. However, sometimes you may need an alternative for Cable Rear Delt Flys. Maybe you don’t have a cable machine or are just looking…
Inverted Rows and Seated Cable Rows are both excellent exercises for strengthening the upper back and improving posture. However, they differ in their setup and the equipment needed to be able to do each one. And, while both exercises target the same muscle groups, is one exercise better than the other? Should you be sticking…