Tip: Backward Static Lunge
For bigger quads, the reverse static lunge beats the forward version.
January 22
Tip: The Combo Exercise That's Just Plain Silly
It's a popular exercise that kills two birds with one stone... except it really doesn't. It just screws up two good exercises.
January 10
Tip: 25 Reps for Bigger Legs
When you walk into a room, do people think you're riding a stork? If so, here's the workout method you need.
January 7
Tip: 3 New Ways to Use This Machine
It's not just for back. Check out these muscle-building exercise variations.
January 3
Tip: The Dumbbell RDL
Dumbbell Romanian deadlifts allow for more range of motion than the barbell variation. Great exercise for the glutes, hams, and low back.
December 9
Tip: Find YOUR Perfect Squat, Not Someone Else's
Here's an easy way to discover your perfect squat position.
December 6
Tip: Front Squat Without Wrist Pain
These two drills will improve your mobility so you can lift more weight comfortably and finally build some decent quads.
December 3
Tip: One-Leg Hip Lift with Weight Plate
In this joint-friendly hip thrust variation, you'll target your hamstrings as well as your glutes.
November 30
Tip: Two-Bench Hip Thrust + Leg Curl
Build your glutes and hamstrings with just your bodyweight. Try this.
November 11
Tip: Density Training: Leg Extensions & Goblet Squats
Occluded extensions alternated with heels-elevated goblet squats for 3 rounds. Remove the wraps and rest 3 minutes. Repeat 2-3 times.
November 3
Tip: Inverted Sit-Ups and Squats
Two old-school exercises that are worth trying out. Check 'em out.
November 1
Tip: The Squat You Should Be Doing
All types of squats have their benefits, but this one might just be the best all-around variation.
October 27
Tip: Crossover Step Sled Pulls
Crossover sled pulls add a lateral force production tool to your sled training toolbox.
October 26
Tip: Single-Leg Pushes and Pulls
Ramp up the unilateral intensity or bring up your weak side by pushing with the same leg, then switch legs and repeat.
October 25
Tip: Front Squat to Box
Nail your quads with this exercise. Be sure to pause 1-2 seconds on the box.
Tip: Ramp Up Your Prowler Training
Change up your arm position and get more from your sled work. Here's how.
October 24
Tip: Pistol Squat Hold with Leg Exchange
Already good at pistol squats? Showoff. Now try this advanced variation.
October 23
Tip: Dumbbell Iso-Dynamic Elevated Split Squat
Adding deep, 3-5 second holds to your split squat ramps up lower body development and helps with tight hip flexors.
October 19
Tip: Continuous Tension Hack Squat
To get the most growth in your quads when using the hack squat, don't lock out at the top.
October 18
Tip: Pistol Squat From the Bottom Up
Ramp up the difficulty of the pistol squat with this variation.