When it comes to building bigger and stronger traps, there are countless exercises you can choose from. However, not all exercises are equal, and some are more effective than others. The Smith machine upright row is one exercise that stands out above the rest. The Smith machine upright row is a variation of the upright … Read more
Big, strong, rounded shoulders have numerous benefits besides just looking good. The deltoids are among the most important muscles in the body, as we use them in everyday life to push, pull, and lift objects over our heads. You may be surprised to know that your anterior deltoids are the biggest of the three deltoid … Read more
As a trainer, I see many clients struggle with rounded shoulders and the nagging feeling of weakness between their shoulder blades. The culprit? Underdeveloped rear delts. Rear deltoids are often overlooked in shoulder workouts, but they are important for maintaining good posture and preventing injuries. Cable rear delt exercises are a great way to improve … Read more
The dumbbell upright row is a compound exercise that targets the deltoids (shoulders), traps (upper back), and biceps. It is one of the best exercises for building stronger and bigger traps and rear deltoids, but it is easy to get wrong. As a result, you will miss the muscle-building benefits of this move and hurt … Read more
The overhead dumbbell press is one of the best upper body exercises for gaining muscle and overall shoulder strength. It is a compound exercise, considered one of the four major lifts defining your strength. It also helps build traps, triceps, upper chest, and core. I usually do barbell overhead presses, but I switched to dumbbell … Read more
You can build mass and strength by challenging yourself with landmine exercises. Landmine workouts are empowering and extremely helpful and should be part of your training arsenal. It is extremely versatile and effective for building functional strength through all planes of motion. You can train your legs, chest, shoulders, arm, back, and core with these … Read more
If you neglect your traps and fail to strengthen them, you can suffer from poor posture, decreased performance, and even injury. Shrug exercises are a great way to strengthen the muscles of the upper back, shoulders, and trap. I used to think shoulder shrugs were just for bodybuilders, but I was wrong. After adding them … Read more
If you are looking for the best single-arm shoulder exercises, then you have come to the right place. Here, we will discuss unilateral shoulder exercises. Having well-defined shoulders makes you look better overall and helps you build strength and stability in your upper body. So, whether you are a beginner or an experienced lifter, read … Read more
