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Apr 2023
15m 22s

Ep. #1059: 10 Top-Flight Training Tips

MIKE MATTHEWS
About this episode

In this podcast, I’ll give you 10 simple, yet powerful insights that will help you maximize your gym time, prevent injury, and improve your performance.

These training tips cover everything from myths about behind-the-neck pulldowns to exploring my favorite underrated exercises.

They'll quickly equip you with valuable knowledge to level up your fitness game and optimize your workouts.

Tune in and let me know your favorite training tip!


Timestamps:

0:00 - Please leave a review of the show wherever you listen to podcasts and make sure to subscribe!

00:30 - Why are behind-the-neck pulldowns a bad idea?

1:00 - Does the barbell squat irritate your back?

1:32 - Are side raises bothering your shoulders?

2:00 - Calf training tips

2:35 - Are you tipping too far forward when you squat?

2:45 - What are unilateral exercises good for?

4:00 - What grip should you use for the bench press?

4:22 - Can a weightlifting belt reduce the risk of injury?

6:10 - Is it a good idea to implement a partial range of motion training?

11:48 - What are some underrated exercises?

12:35 - My award-winning fitness books for men and women: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/


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My award-winning fitness books for men and women: https://legionathletics.com/products/books/

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