Dumbbell Exercises
3 Moves for an Effective Full-Body Workout
In our fast-paced world, some days we are incapable of completing our usual 45- to 60-minute routine. When these days occur we must turn to a shorter, faster-pace workout that [...]
Build Baseball Power With These 7 Explosive Exercises
As baseball off-season training is kicking into full gear, I've decided to provide a list of all-star exercises that have helped us produce the fastest,...
How to Build Serious Single-Leg Strength (And Why It’s So Important)
In a previous article, I established solid single-leg strength standards based on my many years of experience working with junior, D1 and pro hockey players. To recap, I consider split-squatting [...]
6 Ways to Squeeze In an Effective Workout Over Thanksgiving Break
Time-Saving Tips When In-Season Workout Time Is Limited By Jim Carpentier, CSCS For individual athletes, teams, and coaches, scheduling quality time in...
How Strong Is ‘Strong Enough’ For Single-Leg Exercises?
Soon, you'll be lifting weights well beyond what you thought you were capable of.
Are You Committing This All-Too-Common Dumbbell Training Mistake?
Dumbbells are a phenomenal training tool. However, I've noticed one mistake lifters consistently commit when using them. A lot of lifters tend to bang the dumbbells together at the top [...]
How to Make an Exercise Harder Without Adding More Weight
How do you increase the difficulty of an exercise? The first answer that pops into most peoples' heads is simple—add more weight. The larger the load, the more difficult the [...]
7 Quick Routines That Will Make Your Biceps Bigger
If you’re hitting the gym, you’re probably doing it for one of two reasons—to improve your health and fitness, or to look better. Maybe both. But for those guys focused [...]
17 Effective Rings Exercises That Build a Better Body
Olympic rings aren’t just for gymnasts. Suspension training has been around for decades, but in more recent years, it's become popular in mainstream gyms. There are even entire facilities devoted [...]
Build Bigger Lats With This Savage 2-Exercise Superset
The Single-Arm Dumbbell Row is one of my favorite upper-back strength exercises. It's joint-friendly, doesn't require complex equipment, and you can work up to heavy loads over time. On the [...]