Category: lower body

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Front Squat vs Back Squat: Which Barbell Squat Is Right for You?

We don’t question all the available squat variations. We understand that each one — from the curtsy squat to the split squat — builds lower-body strength while bringing something a little different to a workout. But there’s something about squatting with a barbell that invites a comparison between the front squat vs back squat. Which […]

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6 Exercises for an Effective Leg Day Warm-Up

If you’ve been skipping your leg day warm-up, it may feel like you’re saving time that you can spend on a few extra reps. But by forgoing a lower body warm-up, you may actually be shortchanging your gains and increasing your risk for injury. A quick warm-up not only increases blood flow to the muscles […]