If you are needing to mix up your lower-body training routine, check out this article by Ben Bruno for some great ideas for single-leg exercises. 7 Single-Leg Exercises You’ve Never Tried by Ben Bruno Get big or die tryin’.
Archive for the ‘Deadlifting’ Category
7 Single-Leg Exercises You’ve Never Tried
Posted: 16th April 2012 by Charlie in Deadlifting, Squatting, TrainingTags: Ben Bruno, Charlie Cates, Self Made, single-leg exercises
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Deadlifting: Firing The Glutes
Posted: 10th January 2012 by Charlie in DeadliftingTags: Charlie Cates, deadlift cues, deadlift technique, deadlifting, fire the glutes, heavy deadlift, patella, Self Made
Over the past year I have posted a lot of articles containing cues to keep in mind while you deadlift–”pack the neck”, “put your shoulder blades in your back pocket”, “bar at or against the shins for the set-up”. One cue I haven’t written or posted about, though, is that of firing the glutes. While [...]
Half-Pulls, Not Half-A**ed
Posted: 21st December 2011 by Charlie in DeadliftingTags: Beyond Strength Performance, Charlie Cates, rack pulls, Self Made, Todd Bumgardner
Does your deadlift need a pick-me-up (**pun intended**)? Check out this article by Todd Bumgardner for great information on rack pulls. Half-Pulls, Not Half-A**ed by Todd Bumgardner Get big or die tryin’.
Programs That Work
Posted: 20th December 2011 by Charlie in Basketball, Bodybuilding, Conditioning, Deadlifting, Fat Burning, Grip Training, Life, Mental Training, Motivation, Nutrition, Pressing, Pulling, Recovery, Squatting, Youth TrainingTags: Charlie Cates, Dave Tate, EliteFTS.com, Make-A-Wish Foundation, Off-Season Basketball Conditioning, Programs That Work, Self Made
I am honored to have one my articles featured in the 2011 Make-A-Wish Foundation “Programs That Work” e-book by EliteFTS.com. To download your copy of this manual, which contains over 30 PR-breaking training programs, click here. All articles are voluntarily written and all proceeds from the purchases are donated to the Make-A-Wish Foundation of Ohio, [...]
Hardcore Hinging for Hamstrings
Posted: 30th November 2011 by Charlie in Deadlifting, Squatting, TrainingTags: Charlie Cates, deadlifting, Gaglione Strength, hamstring, hinging, Joe Gaglione, Self Made
Looking for some new exercises for your hamstrings other than lying leg curls? Check out these hinge variations by John Gaglione. Hardcore Hinging for Hamstrings by John Gaglione Get big or die tryin’.
Much Ado About Deadlifting
Posted: 30th July 2011 by Charlie in DeadliftingTags: Charlie Cates, deadlift technique, deadlifting, Self Made, Tony Gentilcore
I’ve been discussing deadlift technique with a lot of people lately, so here’s another article to further the discussion. Much Ado About Deadlifting by Tony Gentilcore Get big or die tryin.
Get It Right: The Deadlift
Posted: 25th July 2011 by Charlie in DeadliftingTags: Chalie Cates, Deadlift, deadlift anatomy, deadlift form, Self Made, Tim Henriques
Looking for some insight as to what is supposed to happen when you deadlift? Check out this article by Tim Henriques for more info. Get It Right: The Deadlift by Tim Henriques Get big or die tryin’.
Packing the Neck
Posted: 8th June 2011 by Charlie in Deadlifting, SquattingTags: Charlie Cates, healthy spine, neck safety, packing the neck, Ron Dykstra, Self Made
Do you look up at the ceiling when you squat or deadlift? You should probably reconsider. Check out this article by Ron Dykstra to find out what you should be doing instead! Packing the Neck: An Article Inspired by Clint Darden and Facebook by Ron Dykstra Get big or die tryin’.
Partial Movement Training For The Deadlift
Posted: 21st May 2011 by Charlie in DeadliftingTags: Andy Bolton, Charlie Cates, deadlifts, partial deadlift movments, Self Made
If you are trying to strengthen your deadlift or break through plateaus or sticking points, check out these partial movements by Andy Bolton! Partial Movement Training For The Deadlift by Andy Bolton Get big or die tryin’.