Just a quick update on today’s workout. Exercises: 5 x 5 sets of deadlifts at 185 lbs 5 x 5 sets of weighted pullups Current bodyweight: 159.4 lbs The deadlifts felt solid and my form felt good. I can definitely increase the weight more on those, but just taking it a bit slower and making sure...

I was thinking about my workouts the other day, and it hit me. I’m likely not doing enough volume (only 4 to 6 sets per workout), and I’m pushing myself to failure on each set, which is not the greatest for nervous system recovery. So after some research, I’ve decided to make the switch...

Bench press has historically been one of my best lifts. Until freshman year of college, I actually was able to bench more than I could squat. I’ve always had a relatively strong chest and triceps compared to the rest of my body. A sample old chest/triceps workout I used to do: 3 x 6 reps Barbell/Dumbbell...

My strength usually peaks over the summer, as I have more time to devote to lifting and my diet is much more accomodating to growth (in terms of calories and protein). During the school year, I make an effort to devote as much time as I can, but academics can be very exhausting and motivation-draining....

So recently, I’ve taken a couple of proactive steps toward increasing my overall back strength. I recognized that grip strength was a limiting factor in my back training - during pullups, my grip was giving out far before my back did. Solution: The Captains of Crush Trainer Gripper I ordered this...