This DESTROYS Your Gains

Master the art of rowing with our comprehensive guide. Learn about the importance of scapula movement, common mistakes in rowing technique, and how to perfect your row for maximum gains and improved mobility. Discover how to engage your upper back muscles effectively and promote proper airflow and movement in the ribcage. Perfect your rowing technique and maximize your gains with our expert tips.

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Pulling, Reaching, and Stacking During Big Lifts – Movement Debrief Episode 107

Movement Debrief Episode 107 is in the books. Below is a copy of the video for your viewing pleasure, and audio if you can’t stand looking at me. Here is the setlist: Should one be hesitant to work on pulling exercises if the goal is to improve movement options? When would the following exercises be useful: lat pulldowns, face pulls, one-arm dumbbell rows? And when should they be avoided? Are band pull apart, Ts, Ys, and Is no-gos? What is reaching at the 0-60 degrees of shoulder flexion useful for? How about 60-120 and 120-180? Does encouraging a posterior pelvic tilt during a squat or a deadlift go against the lifting mechanics or support them?

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