Photo: maridav (Shutterstock) you may have heard Dumbbell exercises are better than barbell exercises because they work more of your body. “stabilizers,” or that free weights are better than machines for Same reason. But what are stabilizer muscles? AAre they really careless with machine exercises and are they so important for training? What are stabilizer … Read more
Oscillating Bar Overhead Press This is not a good replacement for a strict press, as the instability means you can’t use as much weight. However, it’s a great workout for the muscles that stabilize the shoulders during a press, including the core—basically everything from the hips up. Make it harder by using thinner bands, even … Read more
Photo: oleksboiko (Shutterstock) Forearm or wrist bruises are a common problem when you first start working out with kettlebells, but it doesn’t have to be. People who are able to do start after start without pauses are No just used to pain; they simply have learned how to do the move without hitting his wrist. … Read more
Photo: ArtRoms (Shutterstock) Dumbbells and barbells, the two workhorses of free weight training, each have subtly different benefits. Dumbbells are small; you have one in each hand. A bar is the longest implement, typically two-handed. Many exercises can be done with either. So how do you choose? The bars allow you to carry more total … Read more