The Importance of Deadlifts- When you do the deadlift, with the proper technique, it hits the back, the lats, the quads, the glutes, the arms and forearms, and even the abs. Dumbbells vs. Barbells - Which is Better?- Should you do presses with dumbbells or a barbell, which is more...
The dumbbell pullover traditionally begins and ends when the dumbbell is above the chest. (1) However, most of the key muscles of the pullover are offloaded at this point in the range of motion, because the dumbbell is no longer creating demand for the shoulder extensors (i.e. lats, p...
WHAT MAKES IT EFFECTIVE:The Renegade Row is an effective back exercise because it targets the lats, rhomboids, and traps while simultaneously engaging the core for stability, providing a comprehensive workout that enhances both strength and muscle definition in the upper body. RENEGADE ROW DUMBBELL ...
It's all about maxing out your muscle fibers with three different rep ranges done back-to-back tobuild muscle mass and strength, according to certified strength and conditioning specialistNoam Tamir, CSCS, founder and CEO ofTS Fitness. Here's a quick breakdown: 6 reps of a heavy compound...
How to perform regular dumbbell deadlifts: Assume a squatting position with your feet placed shoulder-width apart. Lean forward without locking out your back. Make sure your chest touches your knees and your hamstrings are parallel to the floor. Grab a pair of dumbbells: one should be on the...
However, with the dumbbell pullover, you only need tolower the weightas far down until you feel your lats and chest contract. If you have trouble finding this range, start by lowering the weight to the point that’s comfortable, hold it, and then come back up. During your next rep, ...
Try to train with free weights for the majority of your workout, such as dumbbells, barbells (long bars with weights added), or kettlebells, instead of using machines. Machines increase fitness, but workouts with free weights engage more muscles in each movement. ...
5. At the top of the movement, your arms should be long with a slight bend in your elbows. Pause at the top while maintaining distance between the dumbbells. 6. Slowly return to the start position by bending your elbows and pulling the dumbbells down with your lats to return to the ...
The Single-Arm Lat Pulldown is your ticket to next-level back development, letting you fine-tune your form, engage your lats deeper, and avoid the compromised positions that come with the traditional bar setup. We’re talking about a move that brings more than just more pulley weight to th...
Exhale as you reverse the motion and use your chest muscles to press the dumbbells back to start. Show Instructions 4. Dumbbell Pullover Thedumbbell pullovertargets the sternal portion of your chest and even requires a little work from your latissimus dorsi (aka lats) in your back. ...