by Ross Whitley | Nov 28, 2021 | Lifting Library
Deadlift The deadlift primarily works the muscles of the hamstrings. However, it is a complete compound exercise and also requires muscle activation from the back, glutes, hamstrings, arms, and core. Position the bar over the top of your shoelaces and assume a...
by Ross Whitley | Nov 28, 2021 | Lifting Library
Barbell Back Squat The squat directly targets the muscles of the quads but also involves the hamstrings, glutes, back, and core as well as muscles of the shoulders and arms to a lesser degree. Set up for the exercise by setting the barbell to just below shoulder...
by Ross Whitley | Nov 28, 2021 | Lifting Library
Barbell Bench By performing the bench press, you primarily work your pectoralis major (your chest). Other muscles which assist in moving the barbell during a bench press are other muscles of the chest, triceps, and shoulders. Lie flat on a bench and set your hands...
by Ross Whitley | Nov 24, 2021 | Ross
Week 1 Ross Run SBB Started this workout program right after Bulking season. With this high rep program, it’s a great one to cut and tone with if you run it with a calorie deficit. I’m running the program to continue to build strength after great gains from the...
by Ross Whitley | Oct 9, 2021 | Bulking, Ross, Workouts
Intro: Hypertrophy is an increase and growth of muscle cells. Hypertrophy refers to an increase in muscular size achieved through exercise. This is called pump or swole it’s the feeling that your muscles are pumped up or full. We can achieve this filling by...