Workouts

I’ve tried all sorts of training layouts from full body routines such as 5×5 and Starting Strength all the way through to ‘bro splits’. One query that pops up is WHEN to deadlift during a workout – first or last? Both 5×5 and SS have it LAST, but I almost always do it FIRST. Here’s why… At a glance… Overall your workout order will be predicated by your training goals Deadlifting FIRST is typically best – particularly if doing a split workout routine with lots of supplementary lifts In general try to do the MOST TAXING lift FIRST in each …

Deadlift FIRST or LAST? First for me.. USUALLY… Read More »

It’s super common to have a lopsided bench press – it happens to many (if not all!) of us occasionally. But just how big a deal is it, and what can we do to even up that barbell? The good news is this is eminently fixable – BUT you might need to work at it… At a glance… Uneven bench presses can be identified by a gym partner, or from filming your sets It can be bad news as it puts more stress on your body to compensate for imbalances, and makes you MORE likely to miss reps Below there …

9 FIXES for an UNEVEN bench press (FINALLY!) Read More »

I spend a lot of time in my home gym and trying to stay fit – BUT is gymming a hobby or not?! Personally I think it IS a hobby, but that’s not how I like to describe it to others or on my resume. Here’s what I do instead: At a glance… If you enjoy working out and going to the gym then gymming is a hobby It can add more character to be more specific – ‘Amateur CrossFit competitor’ or ‘Marathon runner’ both stand out more to me than ‘Gymming’ or ’Enjoys going to the gym’ These tips …

Is gymming a hobby? Yes, but describe it like THIS instead Read More »

The barbell row is an excellent compound lift – one that many of us remember fondly from StrongLifts 5×5 and other beginner programs! I’ve been asked a few times whether underhand or overhand is the better grip for a barbell row – here’s what you NEED to know about that… At a glance… Rowing with an overhand grip targets the upper back Underhand grip focuses on the mid back and incorporates the bicep more There is a higher chance of injury when rowing with an underhand grip – bicep tears and elbow issues can occasionally occur Grip width matters: the …

Underhand barbell row vs overhand: Do THIS one! Read More »

When I pivoted away from purely chasing strength a couple of years ago I found the best way to incorporate cardio was through extra GPP fitness workouts done daily alongside my usual resistance training. Hitting the gym every day in some form is AWESOME for both my physical health (my cardio endurance has improved drastically) but also mental health too – getting a break from screens and work is always welcome! If you’re interested in adding regular GPP orientated routines to compliment your strength training then this article is aimed squarely at you! At a glance… GPP stands for general …

My 2x GPP fitness daily workouts (for FREE!) Read More »

If you are interested in lifting weights there is a VERY high chance that you’re familiar with the bench press. It’s one of (if not THE) most popular movements in the gym and is the foundation of ‘gym bro’ culture everywhere! Putting that to one side, the bench press contributes a TON to our training – strong chest and arms are a foundation for most hypertrophy goals and flat barbell bench press is tested in powerlifting competitions. BUT, just how much weight should you START bench pressing with if you are a beginner?  At a glance… You should try to …

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