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…
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…
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,…
Hanging Knee Raises are one of the most effective exercises for building a strong, powerful core. They also come with additional benefits like grip strength, shoulder stability and overall upper body strength. However, sometimes you may find yourself needing an alternative for Hanging Knee Raises. Maybe you don’t have a pull-up bar to use or…
Zottman Curls are an incredibly unique curl exercise that challenges both the biceps and the forearms. I love adding Zottman Curls into a program to add some variety at the end of a workout. However, as great as they are, sometimes you may need an alternative for Zottman Curls. The most obvious reason is that…
Dumbbell Shrugs are a staple in my strength training programming. Giant traps not only look awesome, but a powerful shrug can help with Olympic lifting and strengthening the neck area has been shown to help reduce the risk of concussions for athletes. However, sometimes you may need an alternative for Dumbbell Shrugs. Maybe you don’t…