Just the mention of strongman training often instantly conjures up images of bulging biceps, truck pull competitions and Arnold Schwarzenegger style lifts. If you’ve heard of the sport of strongman, you’ve probably heard of Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson (most commonly known as “The Mountain” in Game of Thrones), or Stoke resident Eddie Hall. Or perhaps, unlike […]
It’s leg day, and you’re torn between whether to deploy the popular squat or the trusty leg press to give your leg muscles a burn inducing workout. You’ve been told the squat is the go-to for legs, bums and tums but looking at the machine, the leg press would seem to isolate the muscles you […]
The plateau. It’s any powerlifter’s, bodybuilder’s, fitness trainer’s, or even regular gym goer’s, dreaded word. You’ve been making steady progress, boasting of personal bests, watching those weights get larger and larger when suddenly.. It tapers out. Nothing goes up. You just keep hitting the same numbers, training session after training session. For the first couple […]
We’re working legs (focus on quads), pushing muscles and core in today’s home workout: Strength cycle 1 – 17 March 2020 – Squat Post your comments below!
A common beginner mistake in the snatch is failing to get the bar into the hip at the top of the pull, usually resulting in losing the bar forward. What happens is that the bar gets to around mid-thigh and starts to swing away from the body. At the same time, the lifter is already […]
In our classes at Strength Ambassadors, new members often ask us which are the best shoes for weight training. As a new lifter, it can be confusing to work out what to put on your feet to get the most out of your training. So let us take you through the important points to consider […]
Ever seen a lifter absolutely rip into a heavy bar and think ‘I wish I could be that aggressive too’? Here we talk about what it takes to be more aggressive in your lifting and why you should even bother.
When you’re committed to a strength regimen, injuries can feel like major setbacks. Whether you’re a seasoned athlete or a gym enthusiast, injuries can disrupt your progress and dampen your spirits.
It is vital to protect your back when deadlifting, or doing any exercise in a bent-over position – such as bent-over row, clean, snatch. You need to maintain a tight, flat back position. However, many people struggle with this, especially if a lift starts from low down on the floor, like a deadlift or a […]
Staying consistent with your training is one of the toughest tasks out there – for all but the most dedicated gym rat/student/young PT who has all the time in the world to spend in the gym. Life happens. Shit happens. Work gets really fucking busy! Other responsibilities distract you, you fall out of routine and […]