The Sumo Deadlift: Cheating, or Essential for Some? 
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The Sumo Deadlift: Cheating, or Essential for Some? 

Why the sumo deadlift may be an essential option for those that can’t deadlift without pain The sumo deadlift. It’s cheating, right?  With its wide stance and turned out toes, it is often considered a controversial variation to the conventional deadlift. While it is a legitimate and effective means of training a long list of…

Anterior Pelvic Tilt and Back Pain
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Anterior Pelvic Tilt and Back Pain

How to reverse engineer your pelvis for less chronic pain Understanding Anterior Pelvic Tilt (APT) Anterior pelvic tilt is one of the most common postural imbalances where the front of the pelvis tilts forward and the back of the pelvis tilts upward. This misalignment puts the lumbar spine into excessive extension and compresses the spine. …

Are You All about the Ass? Building Glutes without Equipment
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Are You All about the Ass? Building Glutes without Equipment

A Minimalist’s Training Plan to Build Amazing Glutes Are you all about the butt?  Glute training has become popular. Probably more for aesthetic reasons than for the health benefits but that’s ok. I’m glad the glutes are finally getting the attention they deserve.  When it comes to maintaining a strong, healthy body, your focus needs…

You Can’t Avoid the Deadlift
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You Can’t Avoid the Deadlift

The article discusses the importance of deadlift training for overall health and fitness, emphasizing that deadlifting is an essential movement we perform daily, whether lifting objects or performing other physical tasks. It highlights five key benefits of deadlifting: strengthening the posterior chain (which includes the glutes, hamstrings, and back), improving core stability and posture, enhancing mobility and flexibility, and increasing general physical preparedness for everyday activities. The article also stresses the importance of safety and proper technique when performing deadlifts, suggesting complementary exercises to build a strong posterior chain and prevent injuries.

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Single Leg Squats

A very simple leg exercise you can do anywhere to equalize leg strength and improve back and hip pain as well Do you want a very simple leg exercise that you can do anywhere to increase quad size, improve knee health and boost athletic performance?  I’m going to assume your answer is “hell yeah!” because…

Fixing your Lower Back and Sacroiliac (SI) Joint by Targeting One Muscle

Fixing your Lower Back and Sacroiliac (SI) Joint by Targeting One Muscle

The gluteus maximus, the body’s largest muscle, plays a pivotal role in maintaining spine stability and upright posture. However, prolonged sitting can weaken this muscle, causing tight hip flexors and reduced hip rotation. This dysfunction can lead to chronic joint pain and problems with the sacroiliac joint, which, when compromised, may result in lower back pain. To address these issues, exercises such as the Couch Stretch and Piriformis Stretch can alleviate tightness and restore hip functionality. Additionally, strength training exercises, including Barbell Hip Thrust, Sumo Deadlifts, and Good Mornings, can effectively target and fortify the glutes. Properly training the glutes can not only enhance athletic performance but also prevent potential spinal and joint issues.

How to Prevent Lower Back Pain By Increasing Flexibility and Hip Strength

How to Prevent Lower Back Pain By Increasing Flexibility and Hip Strength

Sitting can be a killer of health, it can also hurt your back through ways you could never imagine. In this article, we concentrate on the negative effects sitting can have on your back and preventing back injuries by increasing your flexibility and hip strength. If you want to read about how to prevent and…

Top 6 Back Exercises to Help Prevent Back Pain
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Top 6 Back Exercises to Help Prevent Back Pain

Discover the root causes of lower back pain and how to effectively manage and prevent it. Dive into this comprehensive guide on understanding the mystery behind back pain, identifying triggers, and incorporating practical exercises and stretches to strengthen your back. Consult the well-researched resources for in-depth understanding and always consult a medical professional for any concerns.

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