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What Is The Posterior Chain & How To Strengthen It? (Plus 5 Reasons To Train It)

by Ben Hardman BSc, PGCE, QTS
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The posterior chain is important when it comes to lifting. Let’s look at what exactly it is, the benefits of training it and the best exercises.

Categories Strength Training

Heavy Deadlift Benefits: 7 Benefits of Heavy Deadlifting

by Ben Hardman BSc, PGCE, QTS
heavy deadlifts

For us, there’s nothing better for building strength than doing heavy deadlifts with proper form. Find out the multiple heavy deads benefits here.

Categories Deadlifts, Strength Training

Are Deadlifts Worth It to Get Strong and Build Muscle?

by Ben Hardman BSc, PGCE, QTS
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The deadlift is the holy grail of full-body exercises. Is it worth it? Absolutely! Deadlifting is optimal for muscle growth as it hits multiple muscle groups at the same time.  There are various deadlift variations you can do to gain muscle mass. These include the Romanian deadlift, trap bar deadlifts, sumo deadlifts, and conventional deadlifts. … Read more

Categories Deadlifts, Strength Training

Are Deadlifts Bad For You? (The Proper Answer)

by Ben Hardman BSc, PGCE, QTS
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Deadlifts are one of the kings of strength training but how good are they actually or can deadlifts be bad for you? Find out all here.

Categories Deadlifts, Strength Training, Weightlifting

Deadlift Standards KG: How Much Should You Be Able To Deadlift?

by Ben Hardman BSc, PGCE, QTS
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The deadlift is a true strength. Whether you’re a gym newbie or weightlifting regular, here’s a guide on how much you should be able to deadlift.

Categories Strength Training, Weightlifting

Is Weight Training In The Morning Good?

by Ben Hardman BSc, PGCE, QTS
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Weight training in the morning can be a love it or hate it activity. Is it any good for you and should you do it? Let me explain all.

Categories Strength Training, Weightlifting

How Does Weight Training Benefit Mental Health?

by Ben Hardman BSc, PGCE, QTS
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The link between exercise and better mental health is well established. But what about weight lifting in particular? How does weight training improve mental health?

Categories Strength Training, Weightlifting

What is Strength Training?

by Ben Hardman BSc, PGCE, QTS
what is strength training overhead press

We’ve all heard of it but what defines strength training and makes it a distinct and highly effective training method?

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How Good are Press Ups for Building the Chest?

by Ben Hardman BSc, PGCE, QTS
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As far as bodyweight exercises go, the press up is the king. But how good are they for building chest muscle?

Categories Strength Training

What Does Muscle Activation Mean?

by Ben Hardman BSc, PGCE, QTS
womens back muscles activation

You’ve likely heard of the term, but what does muscle activation actually mean and why is it important?

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Hi, my name is Ben. I'm an early morning gym enthusiast, passionate about lifting weights and dedicated to building strength and muscle for 15 years. I have a first class BSc Biology degree, a Masters in Education and a love of learning. My aim is to share my forever growing knowledge on strength training and weightlifting with you.

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