Here is a list of my top-5 exercises that I use to train lats, hamstrings, abs, and glutes. These exercises not only target the intended muscles but they also give the spine ways to recover and stay healthy. For some context, I have severe disc degeneration.

No matter your strength, bodyweight, or training history, pull-ups may be a challenge for you. If this is the case, follow this simple progression and you’ll have your first unassisted pull-up in no time.

Barring injury, everyone should be able to do at least ten quality pull-ups.

After all, if I were so smart I’d be working with all the pro guys, right?

Do you get scared when you walk into your gym and see the strangely contorted metal bars that people like to torture themselves with?

This article is for those who have become proficient with chin-ups and pull-ups and want to progress into heavier weighted pulls.

They will help improve your lockout strength in the deadlift.

I love doing this exercise.

Pulling from one side to the other shifts some slight weight more to one side than the other.

The largest of the active muscle groups is the latissimus dorsi, more commonly known as the lats.

You’ve probably read the first part of “Pull-ups” according to “H” and say to yourself, “Sure, that’s fine, but I can’t even do a single rep.” That’s ok. In this part, we’ll address your need(s) in being able to perform that repetition.

The squat is the unrivaled king of all strength training exercises. It is unparalleled in its overall effectiveness at taxing the entire body. The ankle, hip, and knee joints are all in motion, ensuring that nearly every major leg muscle is utilized. Additionally, the hips, back, shoulders, and abdominals are also stressed.

It is no secret among competitive bench pressers that big, strong lats make it easier to drive heavy weight off your chest.

I just have seen too many people I know become unhappy because their possessions own them, not vice versa