If you walk into any gym with a penchant for resistance training, you’ll see some common lifting equipment. In this instance I’m not talking about barbells, kettlebells, and dumbbells; although ...
The Hip Thrust for Injury Risk Reduction in Female Field Athletes
In my opinion, the hip thrust is one of the most underutilized weapons in the arsenal of training female athletes. With potential transferable benefits in performance, injury risk reduction, and ...
Heeled Weightlifting Shoes for Squats | Do You Need Them?
The squat is one of the most commonly trained exercises in both performance-based and rehabilitation-based training due to its status as a “weight-bearing, compound exercise that trains multiple muscle groups” ...
Squatting After a Hip Replacement
According to the Agency for Healthcare Research and Quality, more than 450,000 total hip replacements are performed each year in the United States. Whether you’re an avid barbell lifter who’s ...
High Bar vs. Low Bar Squat...Which One is Better?
When it comes to the almighty back squat, you will usually hear about two variations: the high bar vs. low bar squat. Which one should you choose? Is one better ...
Elbow Pain During Squats: How to Fix "Squatter's Elbow"
Elbow pain during squats can be an annoying injury for many lifters. While it's rarely debilitating, it often lingers around for a while if not properly managed. Before we get ...
Hip Pain During Squats: The Ultimate Guide
Over the past few years, I’ve released numerous videos and social media posts about hip pain during squats. Why? Because it’s a problem I’ve personally dealt with (and overcame) and ...
How to Effectively Screen the Squat
How to Effectively Screen the Squat How do you know if your client is “safe” to squat? Whether you’re a physical therapist or a strength coach, it’s important to know ...
Hip Shift During Squats
Hip shift during squats is a very common occurrence for many barbell athletes. A hip shift occurs when your hips move laterally towards one side or the other at the ...
Top 5 Squat Mobility Drills
People frequently say they are not "mobile" enough to squat to depth. As a result, they stop squatting and begin haphazardly and inefficiently focusing on mobility work. Here's the truth. ...
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