How To Size Knee Wraps Properly & What Length Should You Get

If you’re starting to squat heavier loads and considering wearing knee wraps, then you’re probably wondering what size and length you need to maximize their benefits. Here’s my recommendation as a ...

The Best Way To Use Resistance Bands (For Beginners)

If you’re new to resistance band training and you’re wondering where to start, then you’ve come to the right place. As an experienced personal trainer, I can teach you the best ways to use resistan...

Arm Blaster vs Preacher Curl: Differences, Pros, Cons

As a bodybuilder, I have tried the arm blaster and preacher curl to grow my biceps, and over the years I’ve noticed that there is some confusion about what the differences between them are and whic...

Banded Bench Press: Benefits, How-To, Common Mistakes

Banded bench presses might be on your radar if you’re trying to bust through sticking points caused by a weak lockout, or you’re trying to grow an Arnold-esque chest.  Whatever the reason, you’re l...

How to Do Resistance Band Pull-Aparts (The Proper Way)

As a strength coach, I’ve noticed that many lifters struggle to perform band pull-aparts properly and incorporate them effectively into their training program. Resistance band pull-aparts are an ef...

9 Best Resistance Band Bicep Exercises (+ Sample Workout)

You might think that growing your biceps with resistance bands is impossible, but you would be wrong. Training your biceps with resistance bands can trigger growth by providing a different stimulus...

10 Best Tricep Exercises With Bands (+ Sample Workout)

If you’re looking to take your tricep training to the next level to improve your bench press lockout or to build bigger triceps, then incorporating bands into your workout routine is the way to go....

6 Best Hip Flexor Exercises With Bands (+Sample Workout)

As a personal trainer, I love prescribing resistance band exercises for an area that doesn’t get enough love: the hip flexors. The hip flexors are a group of muscles with crucial roles in walking, ...

6 Best Adductor Exercises With Bands (+ Sample Workout)

Resistance bands are a great tool to use to train the lower body as they allow you to attack the muscle from different angles and at varying intensities.  This is especially helpful when training t...

5 Best Forearm Exercises & Workouts With Bands

Resistance bands are one of my go-to tools for building forearm strength.   They are ideal for forearm workouts because lifters can pick from multiple exercises, including wrist curls and extension...

Banded Overhead Press: Benefits, How-To, Common Mistakes

Banded overhead presses might be on your radar if you’re working out at home with limited equipment or if you’re trying to bust through sticking points caused by a weak lockout.  Whatever the reaso...

How To Do Push Ups With Bands (The Proper Way)

One of my favorite ways to shake up clients’ workouts is to make push-ups more challenging with a resistance band. Banded push-ups are an advanced variation where trainees wrap a band over their ha...

Do Lifting Straps Prevent Calluses? Yes, Here's How

Calluses are a common side effect of lifting weights, so being a strength coach, I'm often asked if gear that improves your grip, like lifting straps, will help to prevent calluses. Lifting straps ...

Leather vs Cotton vs Nylon Lifting Straps: Which Are Better?

As a personal trainer, part of my job is to help my clients pick the best training equipment, so I’m often asked which material would be best for lifting straps: leather, nylon, or cotton. Cotton l...