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DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes THE BEST SAUNA SUITS However, 4Fit’s overall ratings keep them in the top bunch, and until another brand or version comes around blazing the sweat trails, they’ll remain on this list with an option worth trying. 7.) BONUS: Kutting Weight Neoprene Weight Loss Sauna Hat. DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. HOW TO CHOOSE A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT SO YOU DON'T PICK THE The single prong leather belt is a great entry into heavy weightlifting, while the double prong will be far more secure and even on your waist. Lever belts, on the other hand, are extremely great for powerlifting and keeping a strong latch and tightness during your

lifts.

SAFETY BAR SQUAT VS BACK SQUAT Back squats use a straight barbell which is at all gyms. You are better off learning to barbell back squat because it uses less “assistance”. But, this doesn’t mean the safety bar is a moot point. Quite the opposite — the safety bar squat is super beneficial

for all

HOW MANY REPS OF DEADLIFTS SHOULD I DO WHEN I WORKOUT The best part of warming up is that you’ll have better power output during working sets and prevent injury. Play it safe, warm up and maybe do 10-15 reps of barbell deadlifts with no plates added. I guarantee that you will notice a difference in how your body feels HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes THE BEST SAUNA SUITS However, 4Fit’s overall ratings keep them in the top bunch, and until another brand or version comes around blazing the sweat trails, they’ll remain on this list with an option worth trying. 7.) BONUS: Kutting Weight Neoprene Weight Loss Sauna Hat. DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. HOW TO CHOOSE A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT SO YOU DON'T PICK THE The single prong leather belt is a great entry into heavy weightlifting, while the double prong will be far more secure and even on your waist. Lever belts, on the other hand, are extremely great for powerlifting and keeping a strong latch and tightness during your

lifts.

for all

HOW MANY REPS OF DEADLIFTS SHOULD I DO WHEN I WORKOUT The best part of warming up is that you’ll have better power output during working sets and prevent injury. Play it safe, warm up and maybe do 10-15 reps of barbell deadlifts with no plates added. I guarantee that you will notice a difference in how your body feels HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM Add Pilates to Your Weightlifting Program with Mat Training. When you are lifting serious weight, Pilates should be used to enhance those workouts and increase the results you see from the weight training. By doing mild to moderate Pilates routines on your recovery days you can work on flexibility and to release tension from the muscles. THE BEST SAUNA SUITS However, 4Fit’s overall ratings keep them in the top bunch, and until another brand or version comes around blazing the sweat trails, they’ll remain on this list with an option worth trying. 7.) BONUS: Kutting Weight Neoprene Weight Loss Sauna Hat. WHY ARE DEADLIFTS IMPORTANT? THE BEST REASONS Deadlifting closely mimics the natural lifting technique we as humans use to lift for job-related activities. Proper deadlift form and practice will ensure you lift better at work and avoid injuries down the road. Furthermore, this will help to strengthen your posture and keep your back and core tight. MOST COMMON WEIGHTLIFTING INJURIES AND 5 TIPS TO AVOID THEM Weightlifting done wrong can cause serious harm. Lifting weights and attempting to get stronger and bigger is no joke. You should always approach weightlifting with respect, common sense, and training knowledge. In this article, we will discuss the most common weightlifting injuries and, of course, how to avoid them. HEAVY SQUAT BENEFITS What are some heavy squat benefits that you can expect to experience? Well, besides more strength and bigger, dense muscle, there are several other benefits to gain from heavy squats. But, how can you get to the point of performing heavy squats? In CAN YOU WORK FOREARMS EVERY DAY? THE PROS & CONS Biggest Cons: Slower Recovery and Trouble with Other Exercises. Obviously, the biggest con to working your forearms every single day is the lack of recovery. Most of us have plenty to do every day, so balancing nutrition , rest, and time in the gym can be nearly impossible. What this leads to is more time spent on training and

work.

there.

HOW DO SQUATS MAKE YOUR UPPER BODY BIGGER When we squat with the correct form and technique, upper-body growth is stimulated due to the following: You squeeze your arms and hands hard during heavy squats. Strength coach, Charles Poliquin, said the following about building arm size: “IF you want to add an Inch to your arm size add 20lbs of muscle.”. HOW HEAVY SHOULD ANKLE WEIGHTS BE? THE ANSWER MIGHT SHOCK YOU In my opinion, these are the best exercises to do with ankle weights to build muscle and can be done with the heaviest ankle weights on the market (ranging from 5 to 10 pounds on each ankle). To further this method, you can hold a dumbbell in each hand during your squats or lunges. These forms of added weight are some of the safest ways to

turn

DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG I restarted my fitness journey about 3 months ago. Trying to become a strongman. Lifting heavy is the name of the game and I couldn’t do it without the support of Dark Iron Fitness lifting straps. 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3x3 Powerlifting Program: low rep strength--train with heavy weights and low reps. You do three sets of three reps at each session with varying intensities. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Gaining muscle over 50 is possible, as long as you put your mind over your age. Maintaining muscle mass in your 50s and beyond has many benefits that can help you in virtually every area of life. ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM So, what benefits will you gain if you add Pilates to your weightlifting program? Well, whether you want to lose weight, tone up, or pack on as much muscle as possible, you can get a full body workout if you with Pilates.. If you are a gym rat who loves to lift heavy you have probably avoided Pilates. WHY ARE KETTLEBELLS SO EFFECTIVE? Why are kettlebells so effective? The kettlebells' total body exercises enable you to gain strength, endurance, flexibility and weight loss. In fitness, these should always be a part of your goals. Kettlebell implementation can only lead to further success in the gym

and in health.

SAFETY BAR SQUAT VS BACK SQUAT In the battle of safety bar squat vs back squat, who wins? Join us as we discuss the similarities and differences between the two forms of squatting -- maybe you'll learn something new and interesting about squats that you never realized before. Do BENEFITS OF WRIST WRAPS: WHAT A FEW TRUSTED EXPERTS HAD TO SAY This post about the benefits of wrist wraps was contributed by Fatima, one of our Dark Iron Fitness writers. Enjoy – I never knew the benefits of wrist wraps or even how to wear wrist wraps until I had my coach guide me through the process a few months ago. CAN YOU WORK FOREARMS EVERY DAY? THE PROS & CONS Can you work forearms every day? Or, is that a huge mistake? Well, some of you out there don't ever train your forearms, right? So, there's a high probability that you should work your forearms on the daily. In this article, we will discuss the pros and cons of DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? Have you ever wondered do squats and deadlifts increase testosterone? That’s a trick questions because I know you have. How do I know? Well if you’ve been lifting for any length of time, you know that testosterone increases from working out. BENEFITS OF HEAVY SQUATS. HEAVY SQUATS BENEFIT THE ENTIRE Ever wondered what the benefits of heavy squats are? In today's blog post we're going to be delving into the information to better solve

this question.

and in health.

this question.

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I restarted my fitness journey about 3 months ago. Trying to become a strongman. Lifting heavy is the name of the game and I couldn’t do it without the support of Dark Iron Fitness lifting straps. PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a bodybuilding show requires a certain type of physical and mental discipline that includes months of hard work and

dedication.

WHY ARE DEADLIFTS IMPORTANT? THE BEST REASONS You keep hearing about them. Deadlifts. Why do people even do them? Why are deadlifts important? In this article we will discuss the popularity of deadlifts, their benefits and why so many in the fitness world and industry swear by them. Are they really worth your time and effort? Let's find out. BENEFITS OF HEAVY SQUATS. HEAVY SQUATS BENEFIT THE ENTIRE Ever wondered what the benefits of heavy squats are? In today's blog post we're going to be delving into the information to better solve

this question.

HOW TO CHOOSE A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT SO YOU DON'T PICK THE Today I’m going to show you exactly what is the best weight lifting belt for squats, dead lifts, powerlifting, and just working out in general so you’ll have 22 DIFFERENT KETTLE BELL EXERCISES YOU CAN DO FOR A GREAT There a ton of different kettle bell exercises that one can do for a great workout. Some are more interesting than others. None the less no matter what different kettle bell exercise you do. VARIOUS WEIGHTLIFTING GRIP TYPES AND WHAT THEY DO Various weightlifting grip types include overhand, underhand, hook, false, wide and close.Different styles of gripping works one area more

than another.

HOW OFTEN SHOULD I DEADLIFT Different Methods with the Deadlift. Those who ask how often should I deadlift normally do so because they dislike the monotony of the movement. But, listed below are some of the most common types of deadlifts. With these various types of deadlifts, you will have a HOW MANY REPS OF DEADLIFTS SHOULD I DO WHEN I WORKOUT If you walk into the gym and constantly ask yourself, “how many reps of deadlifts should I do, today?” then you have found the right article. Tons of lifters out there, experienced or not, will battle with what their rep ranges should be on any given gym day. 7 BENEFITS OF WEARING A WAIST TRIMMER (WHY IT'S WORTH IT If you’ve ever known about a waist trimmer you’ve probably wanted to know the benefits of wearing a waist trimmer belt as well right? We all know that the best way to lose those extra pounds is through regular proper exercise and a well-balanced diet. DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM Add Pilates to Your Weightlifting Program with Mat Training. When you are lifting serious weight, Pilates should be used to enhance those workouts and increase the results you see from the weight training. By doing mild to moderate Pilates routines on your recovery days you can work on flexibility and to release tension from the muscles. WEIGHTLIFTING ACCESSORIES PROGRAM Weightlifting Accessories Program 3: One Leg Barbell Squat. With your feet shoulder width apart, stand 2 to 3 feet in front of a flat bench with your back facing the bench. Place a barbell, with a centered neck pad, in front of you on the floor. Bend the knees, and with your hands wider than shoulder width apart, lift the barbell up until you CAN YOU WORK FOREARMS EVERY DAY? THE PROS & CONS Biggest Cons: Slower Recovery and Trouble with Other Exercises. Obviously, the biggest con to working your forearms every single day is the lack of recovery. Most of us have plenty to do every day, so balancing nutrition , rest, and time in the gym can be nearly impossible. What this leads to is more time spent on training and

work.

lifts.

LOW REPS VS HIGH REPS FOR ARMS Low reps vs high reps for arms, which is better? How should you be training your arms? Maybe with faster and higher repetitions or slower and lower repetitions. Both training styles can be just as effective, but there's also the chance one is better than DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM Add Pilates to Your Weightlifting Program with Mat Training. When you are lifting serious weight, Pilates should be used to enhance those workouts and increase the results you see from the weight training. By doing mild to moderate Pilates routines on your recovery days you can work on flexibility and to release tension from the muscles. WEIGHTLIFTING ACCESSORIES PROGRAM Weightlifting Accessories Program 3: One Leg Barbell Squat. With your feet shoulder width apart, stand 2 to 3 feet in front of a flat bench with your back facing the bench. Place a barbell, with a centered neck pad, in front of you on the floor. Bend the knees, and with your hands wider than shoulder width apart, lift the barbell up until you CAN YOU WORK FOREARMS EVERY DAY? THE PROS & CONS Biggest Cons: Slower Recovery and Trouble with Other Exercises. Obviously, the biggest con to working your forearms every single day is the lack of recovery. Most of us have plenty to do every day, so balancing nutrition , rest, and time in the gym can be nearly impossible. What this leads to is more time spent on training and

work.

lifts.

work.

HOW LONG DOES IT TAKE TO SEE RESULTS FROM SQUATS AND LUNGES? When combined with a good diet and cardio exercise, you can see results within about three weeks. At around six to eight weeks, you’ll see signs of muscle development in the glutes and hamstrings, with a supple, tighter butt. “After eight weeks, as you progress your squats, results depend on whether you go with higher weight and

lower reps

there.

HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of HOW HEAVY SHOULD ANKLE WEIGHTS BE? THE ANSWER MIGHT SHOCK YOU In my opinion, these are the best exercises to do with ankle weights to build muscle and can be done with the heaviest ankle weights on the market (ranging from 5 to 10 pounds on each ankle). To further this method, you can hold a dumbbell in each hand during your squats or lunges. These forms of added weight are some of the safest ways to

turn

DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes WHY ARE DEADLIFTS IMPORTANT? THE BEST REASONS Deadlifting closely mimics the natural lifting technique we as humans use to lift for job-related activities. Proper deadlift form and practice will ensure you lift better at work and avoid injuries down the road. Furthermore, this will help to strengthen your posture and keep your back and core tight. SAFETY BAR SQUAT VS BACK SQUAT Back squats use a straight barbell which is at all gyms. You are better off learning to barbell back squat because it uses less “assistance”. But, this doesn’t mean the safety bar is a moot point. Quite the opposite — the safety bar squat is super beneficial

for all

DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. BENEFITS OF WRIST WRAPS: WHAT A FEW TRUSTED EXPERTS HAD TO SAY The main benefits of wrist wraps are: Instead of your wrists being bent wrong, fatiguing, or straining, wearing wrist wraps will actually help to keep your wrists stabilized, tight, and secure so that you can lift and target the muscles you want to focus on instead of your wrists taking all the strain. Below are several quotes from trainers HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of 7 BENEFITS OF WEARING A WAIST TRIMMER (WHY IT'S WORTH IT A waist trimmer belt generates heat from the middle area of your body. It helps to get rid of the excess water from the belly area. It’s for personal use and ideal for your health as it contributes to weight loss and supports your back if you have posture problems. Wearing this makes you feel great and look better in the long run. DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes WHY ARE DEADLIFTS IMPORTANT? THE BEST REASONS Deadlifting closely mimics the natural lifting technique we as humans use to lift for job-related activities. Proper deadlift form and practice will ensure you lift better at work and avoid injuries down the road. Furthermore, this will help to strengthen your posture and keep your back and core tight. SAFETY BAR SQUAT VS BACK SQUAT Back squats use a straight barbell which is at all gyms. You are better off learning to barbell back squat because it uses less “assistance”. But, this doesn’t mean the safety bar is a moot point. Quite the opposite — the safety bar squat is super beneficial

for all

DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. BENEFITS OF WRIST WRAPS: WHAT A FEW TRUSTED EXPERTS HAD TO SAY The main benefits of wrist wraps are: Instead of your wrists being bent wrong, fatiguing, or straining, wearing wrist wraps will actually help to keep your wrists stabilized, tight, and secure so that you can lift and target the muscles you want to focus on instead of your wrists taking all the strain. Below are several quotes from trainers HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of 7 BENEFITS OF WEARING A WAIST TRIMMER (WHY IT'S WORTH IT A waist trimmer belt generates heat from the middle area of your body. It helps to get rid of the excess water from the belly area. It’s for personal use and ideal for your health as it contributes to weight loss and supports your back if you have posture problems. Wearing this makes you feel great and look better in the long run. 3-DAY POWERLIFTING WORKOUT: DAY BY DAY GUIDE The workout below works the back and the biceps. These exercises are combined with power shrugs to enhance your grip strength. Deadlifts – 4 sets of 4 reps. Power shrugs – 2 sets of 20 reps. Bent over barbell rows – 5 sets of 10 reps. Wide grip pull ups – 5 sets to failure. Dumbbell hammer curls – 3 sets of 12 reps. ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM Add Pilates to Your Weightlifting Program with Mat Training. When you are lifting serious weight, Pilates should be used to enhance those workouts and increase the results you see from the weight training. By doing mild to moderate Pilates routines on your recovery days you can work on flexibility and to release tension from the muscles. DIFFERENT TYPES OF BARBELLS Two of the more popular deadlift bars are the Texas Deadlift bar and the Rogue Ohio Deadlift bar. POWERLIFTING BAR: A powerlifting bar obviously needs to be able to accommodate a lot of weight – and I mean a lot of weight – so it is made in a way that allows for such

stress.

HEAVY SQUAT BENEFITS What are some heavy squat benefits that you can expect to experience? Well, besides more strength and bigger, dense muscle, there are several other benefits to gain from heavy squats. But, how can you get to the point of performing heavy squats? In THE BEST SAUNA SUITS However, 4Fit’s overall ratings keep them in the top bunch, and until another brand or version comes around blazing the sweat trails, they’ll remain on this list with an option worth trying. 7.) BONUS: Kutting Weight Neoprene Weight Loss Sauna Hat. VARIOUS WEIGHTLIFTING GRIP TYPES AND WHAT THEY DO 4. Alternate. The alternate grip is where one hand is placed under and one hand is placed over (usually strong hand over weak hand under.) This grip mainly used for deadlifts and maybe chin-ups. It is believed that when using an alternate grip, especially with deadlifts, much more weight can be lifted. 5. TRAP BAR DEADLIFT VS SQUAT A huge advantage of the trap bar is the neutral grip (palms facing in towards each other) handles. This is easier on the joints and provides a stronger grip than a double-overhand pronated grip with a straight bar. Squats are probably one of the most demanding exercises out

there.

HOW TO CHOOSE A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT SO YOU DON'T PICK THE The single prong leather belt is a great entry into heavy weightlifting, while the double prong will be far more secure and even on your waist. Lever belts, on the other hand, are extremely great for powerlifting and keeping a strong latch and tightness during your

lifts.

5 OF THE BEST DUMBBELL RACKS FOR YOUR HOME GYM THAT HAVE Body Solid GDR363 3-Tier Horizontal Dumbbell Rack. Coming in at #2 is the Body solid GDR363. It has 3 tiers for storage and is made from heavy steel gauge construction. It can hold dumbbells ranging from 5 to 50 lbs. it also comes with a life time warranty. WHAT SIZE BATTLE ROPE SHOULD I BUY If you’re wanting to build muscle while using battle ropes then using a 2 inch or thicker battle rope with a length between 40-60 feet will be your best bet. If you’re wanting to increase cardio stamina then using a battle rope that’s 1.5 inches or less with a DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes WHY ARE DEADLIFTS IMPORTANT? THE BEST REASONS Deadlifting closely mimics the natural lifting technique we as humans use to lift for job-related activities. Proper deadlift form and practice will ensure you lift better at work and avoid injuries down the road. Furthermore, this will help to strengthen your posture and keep your back and core tight. WHY ARE KETTLEBELLS SO EFFECTIVE? Why are kettlebells so effective? The kettlebells' total body exercises enable you to gain strength, endurance, flexibility and weight loss. In fitness, these should always be a part of your goals. Kettlebell implementation can only lead to further success in the gym

and in health.

for all

BENEFITS OF WRIST WRAPS: WHAT A FEW TRUSTED EXPERTS HAD TO SAY The main benefits of wrist wraps are: Instead of your wrists being bent wrong, fatiguing, or straining, wearing wrist wraps will actually help to keep your wrists stabilized, tight, and secure so that you can lift and target the muscles you want to focus on instead of your wrists taking all the strain. Below are several quotes from trainers DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes WHY ARE DEADLIFTS IMPORTANT? THE BEST REASONS Deadlifting closely mimics the natural lifting technique we as humans use to lift for job-related activities. Proper deadlift form and practice will ensure you lift better at work and avoid injuries down the road. Furthermore, this will help to strengthen your posture and keep your back and core tight. WHY ARE KETTLEBELLS SO EFFECTIVE? Why are kettlebells so effective? The kettlebells' total body exercises enable you to gain strength, endurance, flexibility and weight loss. In fitness, these should always be a part of your goals. Kettlebell implementation can only lead to further success in the gym

and in health.

for all

BENEFITS OF WRIST WRAPS: WHAT A FEW TRUSTED EXPERTS HAD TO SAY The main benefits of wrist wraps are: Instead of your wrists being bent wrong, fatiguing, or straining, wearing wrist wraps will actually help to keep your wrists stabilized, tight, and secure so that you can lift and target the muscles you want to focus on instead of your wrists taking all the strain. Below are several quotes from trainers DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM Add Pilates to Your Weightlifting Program with Mat Training. When you are lifting serious weight, Pilates should be used to enhance those workouts and increase the results you see from the weight training. By doing mild to moderate Pilates routines on your recovery days you can work on flexibility and to release tension from the muscles. WEIGHTLIFTING ACCESSORIES PROGRAM Weightlifting Accessories Program 3: One Leg Barbell Squat. With your feet shoulder width apart, stand 2 to 3 feet in front of a flat bench with your back facing the bench. Place a barbell, with a centered neck pad, in front of you on the floor. Bend the knees, and with your hands wider than shoulder width apart, lift the barbell up until you DIFFERENT TYPES OF BARBELLS Two of the more popular deadlift bars are the Texas Deadlift bar and the Rogue Ohio Deadlift bar. POWERLIFTING BAR: A powerlifting bar obviously needs to be able to accommodate a lot of weight – and I mean a lot of weight – so it is made in a way that allows for such

stress.

HEAVY SQUAT BENEFITS What are some heavy squat benefits that you can expect to experience? Well, besides more strength and bigger, dense muscle, there are several other benefits to gain from heavy squats. But, how can you get to the point of performing heavy squats? In THE BEST SAUNA SUITS However, 4Fit’s overall ratings keep them in the top bunch, and until another brand or version comes around blazing the sweat trails, they’ll remain on this list with an option worth trying. 7.) BONUS: Kutting Weight Neoprene Weight Loss Sauna Hat. VARIOUS WEIGHTLIFTING GRIP TYPES AND WHAT THEY DO 4. Alternate. The alternate grip is where one hand is placed under and one hand is placed over (usually strong hand over weak hand under.) This grip mainly used for deadlifts and maybe chin-ups. It is believed that when using an alternate grip, especially with deadlifts, much more weight can be lifted. 5. WHY SHOULD YOU DO SQUATS 15 – Better Libido For Men. Squats are an incredible normal solution for a slacking moxie – which influences 16% of men in their lifetime. Not exclusively do they build testosterone generation as specified above, however they additionally increment blood stream to the genitalia. This is a great reason for why should you do squats for

men.

THE BEST OLYMPIC WEIGHT PLATES TO BUY FOR YOUR HOME GYM 2.) Champion Barbell Olympic Grip Plate. Champion Barbell Olympic Grip Plate. Champion advertised these plates as Olympic grip plates for the same price as standard grip plates. These are sold individually and come in sizes ranging from 2.5 lbs. to 100 lbs. The plates have a durable, gray hammer tone, acrylic finish. 7 BENEFITS OF WEARING A WAIST TRIMMER (WHY IT'S WORTH IT A waist trimmer belt generates heat from the middle area of your body. It helps to get rid of the excess water from the belly area. It’s for personal use and ideal for your health as it contributes to weight loss and supports your back if you have posture problems. Wearing this makes you feel great and look better in the long run. WHAT SIZE BATTLE ROPE SHOULD I BUY If you’re wanting to build muscle while using battle ropes then using a 2 inch or thicker battle rope with a length between 40-60 feet will be your best bet. If you’re wanting to increase cardio stamina then using a battle rope that’s 1.5 inches or less with a DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes WHY ARE DEADLIFTS IMPORTANT? THE BEST REASONS Deadlifting closely mimics the natural lifting technique we as humans use to lift for job-related activities. Proper deadlift form and practice will ensure you lift better at work and avoid injuries down the road. Furthermore, this will help to strengthen your posture and keep your back and core tight. WHY ARE KETTLEBELLS SO EFFECTIVE? Why are kettlebells so effective? The kettlebells' total body exercises enable you to gain strength, endurance, flexibility and weight loss. In fitness, these should always be a part of your goals. Kettlebell implementation can only lead to further success in the gym

and in health.

for all

and in health.

for all

BENEFITS OF WRIST WRAPS: WHAT A FEW TRUSTED EXPERTS HAD TO SAY The main benefits of wrist wraps are: Instead of your wrists being bent wrong, fatiguing, or straining, wearing wrist wraps will actually help to keep your wrists stabilized, tight, and secure so that you can lift and target the muscles you want to focus on instead of your wrists taking all the strain. Below are several quotes from trainers DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM Add Pilates to Your Weightlifting Program with Mat Training. When you are lifting serious weight, Pilates should be used to enhance those workouts and increase the results you see from the weight training. By doing mild to moderate Pilates routines on your recovery days you can work on flexibility and to release tension from the muscles. WEIGHTLIFTING ACCESSORIES PROGRAM Weightlifting Accessories Program 3: One Leg Barbell Squat. With your feet shoulder width apart, stand 2 to 3 feet in front of a flat bench with your back facing the bench. Place a barbell, with a centered neck pad, in front of you on the floor. Bend the knees, and with your hands wider than shoulder width apart, lift the barbell up until you DIFFERENT TYPES OF BARBELLS Two of the more popular deadlift bars are the Texas Deadlift bar and the Rogue Ohio Deadlift bar. POWERLIFTING BAR: A powerlifting bar obviously needs to be able to accommodate a lot of weight – and I mean a lot of weight – so it is made in a way that allows for such

stress.

HEAVY SQUAT BENEFITS What are some heavy squat benefits that you can expect to experience? Well, besides more strength and bigger, dense muscle, there are several other benefits to gain from heavy squats. But, how can you get to the point of performing heavy squats? In THE BEST SAUNA SUITS However, 4Fit’s overall ratings keep them in the top bunch, and until another brand or version comes around blazing the sweat trails, they’ll remain on this list with an option worth trying. 7.) BONUS: Kutting Weight Neoprene Weight Loss Sauna Hat. VARIOUS WEIGHTLIFTING GRIP TYPES AND WHAT THEY DO 4. Alternate. The alternate grip is where one hand is placed under and one hand is placed over (usually strong hand over weak hand under.) This grip mainly used for deadlifts and maybe chin-ups. It is believed that when using an alternate grip, especially with deadlifts, much more weight can be lifted. 5. WHY SHOULD YOU DO SQUATS 15 – Better Libido For Men. Squats are an incredible normal solution for a slacking moxie – which influences 16% of men in their lifetime. Not exclusively do they build testosterone generation as specified above, however they additionally increment blood stream to the genitalia. This is a great reason for why should you do squats for

men.

THE BEST OLYMPIC WEIGHT PLATES TO BUY FOR YOUR HOME GYM 2.) Champion Barbell Olympic Grip Plate. Champion Barbell Olympic Grip Plate. Champion advertised these plates as Olympic grip plates for the same price as standard grip plates. These are sold individually and come in sizes ranging from 2.5 lbs. to 100 lbs. The plates have a durable, gray hammer tone, acrylic finish. 7 BENEFITS OF WEARING A WAIST TRIMMER (WHY IT'S WORTH IT A waist trimmer belt generates heat from the middle area of your body. It helps to get rid of the excess water from the belly area. It’s for personal use and ideal for your health as it contributes to weight loss and supports your back if you have posture problems. Wearing this makes you feel great and look better in the long run. WHAT SIZE BATTLE ROPE SHOULD I BUY If you’re wanting to build muscle while using battle ropes then using a 2 inch or thicker battle rope with a length between 40-60 feet will be your best bet. If you’re wanting to increase cardio stamina then using a battle rope that’s 1.5 inches or less with a DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM Add Pilates to Your Weightlifting Program with Mat Training. When you are lifting serious weight, Pilates should be used to enhance those workouts and increase the results you see from the weight training. By doing mild to moderate Pilates routines on your recovery days you can work on flexibility and to release tension from the muscles. WEIGHTLIFTING ACCESSORIES PROGRAM Weightlifting Accessories Program 3: One Leg Barbell Squat. With your feet shoulder width apart, stand 2 to 3 feet in front of a flat bench with your back facing the bench. Place a barbell, with a centered neck pad, in front of you on the floor. Bend the knees, and with your hands wider than shoulder width apart, lift the barbell up until you DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. HOW TO CHOOSE A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT SO YOU DON'T PICK THE The single prong leather belt is a great entry into heavy weightlifting, while the double prong will be far more secure and even on your waist. Lever belts, on the other hand, are extremely great for powerlifting and keeping a strong latch and tightness during your

lifts.

LOW REPS VS HIGH REPS FOR ARMS Low reps vs high reps for arms, which is better? How should you be training your arms? Maybe with faster and higher repetitions or slower and lower repetitions. Both training styles can be just as effective, but there's also the chance one is better than HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM Add Pilates to Your Weightlifting Program with Mat Training. When you are lifting serious weight, Pilates should be used to enhance those workouts and increase the results you see from the weight training. By doing mild to moderate Pilates routines on your recovery days you can work on flexibility and to release tension from the muscles. WEIGHTLIFTING ACCESSORIES PROGRAM Weightlifting Accessories Program 3: One Leg Barbell Squat. With your feet shoulder width apart, stand 2 to 3 feet in front of a flat bench with your back facing the bench. Place a barbell, with a centered neck pad, in front of you on the floor. Bend the knees, and with your hands wider than shoulder width apart, lift the barbell up until you DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. HOW TO CHOOSE A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT SO YOU DON'T PICK THE The single prong leather belt is a great entry into heavy weightlifting, while the double prong will be far more secure and even on your waist. Lever belts, on the other hand, are extremely great for powerlifting and keeping a strong latch and tightness during your

lifts.

men.

and in health.

WHY ARE DEADLIFTS IMPORTANT? THE BEST REASONS Deadlifting closely mimics the natural lifting technique we as humans use to lift for job-related activities. Proper deadlift form and practice will ensure you lift better at work and avoid injuries down the road. Furthermore, this will help to strengthen your posture and keep your back and core tight. CAN YOU WORK FOREARMS EVERY DAY? THE PROS & CONS Biggest Cons: Slower Recovery and Trouble with Other Exercises. Obviously, the biggest con to working your forearms every single day is the lack of recovery. Most of us have plenty to do every day, so balancing nutrition , rest, and time in the gym can be nearly impossible. What this leads to is more time spent on training and

work.

BENEFITS OF WALL SQUATS AND HOW THEY ARE EFFECTIVE The Benefits of Wall Squats. Wall squats are a wonderful exercise that you can do anywhere, anytime, as long as you have a wall or door jamb to lean up against. Wall squats strengthen weak muscles while doing a great job of helping to increase flexibility. They are an excellent leg-strengthening exercise that works to make the quadriceps BENEFITS OF WRIST WRAPS: WHAT A FEW TRUSTED EXPERTS HAD TO SAY The main benefits of wrist wraps are: Instead of your wrists being bent wrong, fatiguing, or straining, wearing wrist wraps will actually help to keep your wrists stabilized, tight, and secure so that you can lift and target the muscles you want to focus on instead of your wrists taking all the strain. Below are several quotes from trainers TRAP BAR DEADLIFT VS SQUAT A huge advantage of the trap bar is the neutral grip (palms facing in towards each other) handles. This is easier on the joints and provides a stronger grip than a double-overhand pronated grip with a straight bar. Squats are probably one of the most demanding exercises out

there.

7 BENEFITS OF WEARING A WAIST TRIMMER (WHY IT'S WORTH IT A waist trimmer belt generates heat from the middle area of your body. It helps to get rid of the excess water from the belly area. It’s for personal use and ideal for your health as it contributes to weight loss and supports your back if you have posture problems. Wearing this makes you feel great and look better in the long run. WHAT SIZE BATTLE ROPE SHOULD I BUY If you’re wanting to build muscle while using battle ropes then using a 2 inch or thicker battle rope with a length between 40-60 feet will be your best bet. If you’re wanting to increase cardio stamina then using a battle rope that’s 1.5 inches or less with a DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM Add Pilates to Your Weightlifting Program with Mat Training. When you are lifting serious weight, Pilates should be used to enhance those workouts and increase the results you see from the weight training. By doing mild to moderate Pilates routines on your recovery days you can work on flexibility and to release tension from the muscles. WEIGHTLIFTING ACCESSORIES PROGRAM Weightlifting Accessories Program 3: One Leg Barbell Squat. With your feet shoulder width apart, stand 2 to 3 feet in front of a flat bench with your back facing the bench. Place a barbell, with a centered neck pad, in front of you on the floor. Bend the knees, and with your hands wider than shoulder width apart, lift the barbell up until you DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. HOW TO CHOOSE A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT SO YOU DON'T PICK THE The single prong leather belt is a great entry into heavy weightlifting, while the double prong will be far more secure and even on your waist. Lever belts, on the other hand, are extremely great for powerlifting and keeping a strong latch and tightness during your

lifts.

LOW REPS VS HIGH REPS FOR ARMS Low reps vs high reps for arms, which is better? How should you be training your arms? Maybe with faster and higher repetitions or slower and lower repetitions. Both training styles can be just as effective, but there's also the chance one is better than HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM Add Pilates to Your Weightlifting Program with Mat Training. When you are lifting serious weight, Pilates should be used to enhance those workouts and increase the results you see from the weight training. By doing mild to moderate Pilates routines on your recovery days you can work on flexibility and to release tension from the muscles. WEIGHTLIFTING ACCESSORIES PROGRAM Weightlifting Accessories Program 3: One Leg Barbell Squat. With your feet shoulder width apart, stand 2 to 3 feet in front of a flat bench with your back facing the bench. Place a barbell, with a centered neck pad, in front of you on the floor. Bend the knees, and with your hands wider than shoulder width apart, lift the barbell up until you DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. HOW TO CHOOSE A WEIGHTLIFTING BELT SO YOU DON'T PICK THE The single prong leather belt is a great entry into heavy weightlifting, while the double prong will be far more secure and even on your waist. Lever belts, on the other hand, are extremely great for powerlifting and keeping a strong latch and tightness during your

lifts.

men.

and in health.

work.

there.

7 BENEFITS OF WEARING A WAIST TRIMMER (WHY IT'S WORTH IT A waist trimmer belt generates heat from the middle area of your body. It helps to get rid of the excess water from the belly area. It’s for personal use and ideal for your health as it contributes to weight loss and supports your back if you have posture problems. Wearing this makes you feel great and look better in the long run. WHAT SIZE BATTLE ROPE SHOULD I BUY If you’re wanting to build muscle while using battle ropes then using a 2 inch or thicker battle rope with a length between 40-60 feet will be your best bet. If you’re wanting to increase cardio stamina then using a battle rope that’s 1.5 inches or less with a DARK IRON FITNESSABOUTDISCOUNTSPARTNERSHIPSWARRANTYCONTACTBLOG Dark Iron Fitness Products. I’ve added over 50 lbs to my deadlift in the past year. I knew I needed some lower back support as I approach 500 lbs and wanted a high quality lifting belt. I almost bought another brand, until this belt by Dark Iron Fitness caught my eye. 3X3 POWERLIFTING PROGRAM: LOW REP STRENGTH 3×3 Powerlifting Program: Phase 1. Phase 1 runs from weeks 1-4 and is known as the High Volume Phase. So a high volume is reached during phase 1 by doing many sets and reps. This set and rep scheme builds muscle mass and strength. Plus it will improve your coordination and technique on each of the competition lifts. GAINING MUSCLE OVER 50 Divide your sets up using these guidelines in the context of 3 full-body workouts per week. This is a very effective approach for men 50+: Monday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – 5-8 rep range. Wednesday – 4 sets per body part (chest, back, legs, shoulders, arms) – ADD PILATES TO YOUR WEIGHTLIFTING PROGRAM Add Pilates to Your Weightlifting Program with Mat Training. When you are lifting serious weight, Pilates should be used to enhance those workouts and increase the results you see from the weight training. By doing mild to moderate Pilates routines on your recovery days you can work on flexibility and to release tension from the muscles. PREPARING FOR A BODYBUILDING SHOW: A COMPREHENSIVE BREAKDOWN Preparing for a Bodybuilding Show 12 Months Out. Choose your show. Create your off-season training program. Eat quality foods in the off-season every two to three hours—focus on lots of protein. Do cardio two or three times a week for 20-30 minutes WHY ARE KETTLEBELLS SO EFFECTIVE? Why are kettlebells so effective? The kettlebells' total body exercises enable you to gain strength, endurance, flexibility and weight loss. In fitness, these should always be a part of your goals. Kettlebell implementation can only lead to further success in the gym

and in health.

HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of 7 BENEFITS OF WEARING A WAIST TRIMMER (WHY IT'S WORTH IT A waist trimmer belt generates heat from the middle area of your body. It helps to get rid of the excess water from the belly area. It’s for personal use and ideal for your health as it contributes to weight loss and supports your back if you have posture problems. Wearing this makes you feel great and look better in the long run. SAFETY BAR SQUAT VS BACK SQUAT Back squats use a straight barbell which is at all gyms. You are better off learning to barbell back squat because it uses less “assistance”. But, this doesn’t mean the safety bar is a moot point. Quite the opposite — the safety bar squat is super beneficial

for all

HAMMER CURLS VS REGULAR CURLS Hammer Curls vs Regular Curls: 3 Reasons Hammer Curls are Awesome 1) They Aren’t Limited in Targeting Only the Bicep Since hammer curls use a completely different grip, they target more than just biceps. As the name suggests, you are moving the dumbbells in a “hammering”

motion.

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HOW MANY PUSHUPS SHOULD I BE ABLE TO DO? Although there are tons of variables like weight, height, and overall body shape, those are not the most important variables to worry about. The biggest average variable that most statistics focus on when determining how many pushups you should be able to do is your age. So, after years and years of studying (actually, about 10 minutes of 7 BENEFITS OF WEARING A WAIST TRIMMER (WHY IT'S WORTH IT A waist trimmer belt generates heat from the middle area of your body. It helps to get rid of the excess water from the belly area. It’s for personal use and ideal for your health as it contributes to weight loss and supports your back if you have posture problems. Wearing this makes you feel great and look better in the long run. SAFETY BAR SQUAT VS BACK SQUAT Back squats use a straight barbell which is at all gyms. You are better off learning to barbell back squat because it uses less “assistance”. But, this doesn’t mean the safety bar is a moot point. Quite the opposite — the safety bar squat is super beneficial

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HEAVY SQUAT BENEFITS What are some heavy squat benefits that you can expect to experience? Well, besides more strength and bigger, dense muscle, there are several other benefits to gain from heavy squats. But, how can you get to the point of performing heavy squats? In WEIGHTLIFTING ACCESSORIES PROGRAM Weightlifting Accessories Program 3: One Leg Barbell Squat. With your feet shoulder width apart, stand 2 to 3 feet in front of a flat bench with your back facing the bench. Place a barbell, with a centered neck pad, in front of you on the floor. Bend the knees, and with your hands wider than shoulder width apart, lift the barbell up until you WHY SHOULD YOU DO SQUATS 15 – Better Libido For Men. Squats are an incredible normal solution for a slacking moxie – which influences 16% of men in their lifetime. Not exclusively do they build testosterone generation as specified above, however they additionally increment blood stream to the genitalia. This is a great reason for why should you do squats for

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WHY ARE DEADLIFTS IMPORTANT? THE BEST REASONS Deadlifting closely mimics the natural lifting technique we as humans use to lift for job-related activities. Proper deadlift form and practice will ensure you lift better at work and avoid injuries down the road. Furthermore, this will help to strengthen your posture and keep your back and core tight. BENEFITS OF HEAVY SQUATS. HEAVY SQUATS BENEFIT THE ENTIRE Heavy squats don’t just pack muscle onto your legs, they benefit your entire upper body. Squats build up your quads, hamstrings, glutes and calves. They strengthen your core. Build muscle all over your body. Ups your metabolism to burn more fat. Increase hormone release.

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BENEFITS OF WALL SQUATS AND HOW THEY ARE EFFECTIVE The Benefits of Wall Squats. Wall squats are a wonderful exercise that you can do anywhere, anytime, as long as you have a wall or door jamb to lean up against. Wall squats strengthen weak muscles while doing a great job of helping to increase flexibility. They are an excellent leg-strengthening exercise that works to make the quadriceps DO SQUATS AND DEADLIFTS INCREASE TESTOSTERONE? To cut straight to the point here’s some fact-based evidence supporting that squats and deadlifts DO increase testosterone. The Journal of Strength & Conditioning Research writes about a study that compared two groups of men, of similar weightlifting experience, who performed heavy 6×10 sets of leg presses and squats. HOW HEAVY SHOULD ANKLE WEIGHTS BE? THE ANSWER MIGHT SHOCK YOU In my opinion, these are the best exercises to do with ankle weights to build muscle and can be done with the heaviest ankle weights on the market (ranging from 5 to 10 pounds on each ankle). To further this method, you can hold a dumbbell in each hand during your squats or lunges. These forms of added weight are some of the safest ways to

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