Sally

Sally is the owner of Strength Ambassadors and created the gym to provide a safe and supportive place for people to learn weight lifting and improve their strength for the long term. Sally has been competing in powerlifting and weightlifting for the last ten years. She is a qualified coach in both sports. Sally has been British Masters champion (2017) and British Senior bronze medallist (2013) in Olympic weightlifting.

Blog Posts by Sally

The 4 Best Exercises To Build Leg Strength At Home

Leg strength can be developed by both walking, running and of course using a leg press in the gym, however, as time passes, your legs grow acclimated to the action and may eventually reach a plateau. Your performance can be affected by this as well, which may inhibit muscle growth and just be an overall […]

What is Strongman Training? Your Complete Guide

Being assessed on both work capacity and agility during competition makes strongman a unique strength sport. The time domain of the Strongman competitions is a key distinction from other strength sports.  Strongman competitors often move heavy objects as quickly as they can or for as many repetitions as they can in a limited amount of […]

Improve Your Squat Mobility With These Simple Squat Mobility Exercises

I frequently hear people in gyms claim that they aren’t “mobile” enough to squat all the way down. They quit squatting as a result, and miss out on all the potential benefits squatting and squat-related exercises can offer. Due to the added difficulty getting into or holding the proper position, mobility limits in the wrists, […]

The 12 Days of Christmas Lifting Workout

With the festive season just around the corner, there’s no better time to start getting into the holiday spirit than with a 12 Days of Christmas workout! This lifting workout is designed to help you build strength and muscle endurance while having a bit of fun, so you can keep up with all the holiday […]

The 4 Best Core Exercises For Beginners (With Variations)

It’s true what they say: the “six-pack” can contribute to an efficient core workout. But when it comes to core training, having washboard abs isn’t everything—at least not in terms of performance and function! Core stability and strength can refer to various things depending on the situation. It includes numerous muscle groups and planes of […]

The 4 Best Exercises For Building Overhead Strength & Stability

So, you’ve plateaued with your overhead pressing and you’re looking for ways to break through that plateau. Adding some stability work and extra strength work for the muscles surrounding the shoulder girdle is a great way to do that. At Strength Ambassadors,we know all about building strength and stability in the overhead position. We know […]

How To Improve Deadlift Strength

Is your goal to increase the power of your deadlift? If so, you may find that improving your technique and following a few simple steps can help you achieve this goal. But how can you improve deadlift strength? What exercises can help when aiming to increase your deadlift weight? In this guide – and in […]

9 Weight Lifting Bar Types and When To Use Them

There are many different types of barbells out there. The right bar for you will depend on a number of factors, including your lifting goals, your budget, and sometimes the amount of space you have. So – what weight lifting bar types are right for you? By the end of this guide, you’ll hopefully be […]

4 squat mistakes and how to fix them

4 Squat Mistakes To Avoid & How To Fix Them

When it comes to working out, squats are one of the most important exercises that you can do. They target multiple major muscle groups, including your quads, glutes, and core, and can help to improve your overall strength and power. However, if they are not performed correctly, squats can also lead to a number of […]