Consistency Being consistent means something different to a lot of people. To me, consistency isn’t about ALWAYS doing something or having the perfect diet. Instead, I think it means to stick to your plan. For example, if your goal is to consume under 2000 calories per day, then consistently meeting your goal over a long […]
I like to perform the flat bench press with dumbbells because of the control I have over the movement. I still do bench press with a straight bar as well, but prefer the dumbbell press. You want to stick to a nice slow movement down to keep control. Use a light weight you are comfortable […]
I like to work out chest and arms together. It has just always seemed to work well together. I always save dips for last! I will do as many sets as I can – and each set, I will perform as many reps as I can. It is a great feeling to get that volume […]
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This is another basic movement, but I want to sure I cover all the core lifts. I like to mix in machines with free weights. Some machines, like the machine curls allow you to isolate the bicep at a certain angle. I always find better results mixing up the routine, and hitting different angles. See […]
This seems like a simple movement – How to perform machine calf extensions…. However I see people doing it wrong all the time. This is not a quad exercise, this is a calf exercise. Once you extend your legs out till there is only a slight bend in your knees, you should not move your […]
Leg extensions have a bad reputation, but that comes from utilizing the movement wrong. Instead of going heavy, try doing one leg at a time for high reps. The is a great way to warm up your quads and knees before going heavier with squats for example. Take a look at the below video on […]
Utilizing machines is a great way to use resistance training for beginners or pros. It makes it easier to use good form and target the muscle. Below is a video performing the machine fly. This is a great chest exercise. As always, start with a lower weight and work into a weight that you can […]
See the video below on how to perform incline dumbbell bench press. As always, check your ego at the door and use a weight you can control. Make good controlled movements and increase weight so the resistance allows you to perform 8 – 15 controlled reps. Incline dumbbell bench press video:
Seated hammer curls are one of many bicep variations. See the below video on how to perform seated dumbbell hammer curls.