Many people are nervous to deadlift heavy weights because they are afraid of hurting their backs. Here is a quick queue from Coach Joey to help you stay in position and get stronger.
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3 Lower Body Warmup Drills
Today we’re talking about 3 lower body warmup drills to do before you workout. These drills are designed to help you warm up your entire body (particularly your lower body) and get you in prime shape to life heavy.
Now that you’re warmed up, are you ready to start lifting heavy? Email Coach Joey at jtabtraining@gmail.com
Can You?
Bodyweight… the near mention of it sends shivers down your spine for some (most) people. Many people aren’t happy with their body weight, or feel that it’s higher than it should be. Yet we carry our own bodyweight around all the time.
In the strength and conditioning world there is an unofficial “goal” of being able to deadlift and carry your own bodyweight. Being able to do so, generally says good things about your health, strength and body. I have been training people for over 15 years and often work with clients to get them to a point where they can comfortably deadlift and carry (hold and walk with) their own bodyweight. I have seen aches and pains go away, body composition improve, and confidence go up.
So, the question remains, can you lift and carry your own body weight? If the mere thought of having to pick up something up equal to your body weight seems impossible, it’s time to surprise yourself a little. Give me a call at 401.529.5089 or shoot an email to jtabtraining@gmail.com and let me help you build up your strength.
Move of The Week: Deadlift Warmup
Whether you've been working out for years, or are just starting, today's move is a great refresher for technique. It utilizes a foam roller, which can be found at almost every gym or gym store. It's inexpensive and has a million uses so it may even be worth grabbing one for yourself at home. This warmup move helps you focus in your glutes, lats and core to ensure you're body is working how it needs to for deadlifts. Deadlifts, or single leg deadlifts, are often a move that is performed wrong which can lead to injuries. However, when performed right, deadlifts are an excellent exercise as they work more muscles than any other exercise in one shot, including upper back, lats, and legs.
Check out video below to help get your body in proper form the next time you lift!