We are reader-supported. When you buy through links on our site, we may earn affiliate commissions. Learn more

Jess Billitz

Straight Arm Cable Pushdown: Muscles Worked, & How-To

September 1, 2020 By Jess Billitz

The cable machine at the gym doesn’t get the credit it deserves. Seriously, can you think of another machine at the gym that allows you to….

Swap in different attachments in seconds?
Get unrivaled support and control during lifts?
Focus on minor muscles optimally for maximum growth?
Perform dozens of exercises for nearly every muscle group in the body?

Probably not.

But on that last point, we’ve got a new one for you to try: The straight arm cable pushdown. So let’s review everything there is to know about this exercise.

[Read more…]

5 Bulking Tips to Go “Bear Mode” Like Jeff Nippard

September 1, 2020 By Jess Billitz

We can’t deny that Jeff Nippard is a bodybuilding hero deserving respect and admiration.

So when we learned that the guy who can deadlift and squat over 500 pounds recommended something called “Bear Mode,” we had to take a closer look.

Are you ready to go Bear Mode like Jeff Nippard? Then, keep reading to find out how!

[Read more…]

Dumbbell Good Morning: Benefits, Muscles Worked, & How-To

September 1, 2020 By Jess Billitz

Good morning exercise with dumbbells image

You’ve squeezed back squats and the occasional leg press into your workout routine to keep from skipping leg day. Hell, you even do a calf exercise sometimes when you’re feeling daring!

But here’s a question:

What are you doing to target your hamstrings directly?

If you don’t have a good answer, then your current routine needs some work. Maybe the good morning exercise with dumbbells is the exercise for you.

Let’s find out!

[Read more…]

5 Best 10mm Weightlifting and Powerlifting Belts for 2020

August 31, 2020 By Jess Billitz

You’ve got the knee sleeves, wrist straps, and a snazzy pair of Adidas Powerlift 4s. There’s just one more piece of gear you need in your gym bag: A 10mm lifting belt.

But not just any 10mm option will do.

You need a belt that’s comfortable during long training sessions, can handle impressive squat loads as you get stronger, and doesn’t take forever to break in.

Our #1 pick is the ProFitness Pre-Broken-In Powerlifting & Weight Lifting Belt. But if you want to see four other great belts to step up your gains, keep reading!

[Read more…]