Deadlift is Medicine
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Getting healthier with Deadlifts, one rep at a time.
Deadlift is Medicine
3y ago
In this article, I will be busting the myth that you need to “eat clean” to lose fat and for health,once again, with scientific references. Stick around to find out more.
Table of contents
Introduction
Clean eating has no real defintion
Clean eating might even be dangerous
What really drives Fat loss – Calories in,Calories out (CICO)
That 1 friend who eats a truckload…
Context is still King
References
Introduction Wow, these are so “clean”
The “clean eating” trend has been pervasive in the fitness community for decades, and up till today the false notion that one has to “eat clean” to lose f ..read more
Deadlift is Medicine
3y ago
In this post, I will be discussing about the different rep ranges that are commonly used in workout routines to build muscle – with science! Stick around to find out more. At the “Conclusion” section, I have a program recommendation which puts everything that is discussed here into an organized workout routine. If you’d like to go straight to the program, click HERE.
Table of contents
Introduction
Low reps for building muscle
High reps for building muscle
Moderate reps for building muscle
Practical Implications
Context is still King
Conclusion
References
Introduction
The most common idea tha ..read more
Deadlift is Medicine
3y ago
I will be reviewing Mark Bell’s Slingshot in this post…..with science! The slingshot was designed by Mark Bell of HowMuchYaBench.net as a training tool for the bench press.
Table of contents Reactive SlingShot by Mark Bell. Click on picture to buy from Amazon
Introduction
Decreased demands of the prime movers when using Slingshot to bench press Raw 1 RM
Improved bench press kinematics
Increased volume loads with the Slingshot vs Raw
Introduction
The original intent of the Slingshot’s design was to train the bench press through injuries that would otherwise be impossible without it ..read more
Deadlift is Medicine
3y ago
Table of contents
Introduction
Longer duration eccentrics lead to greater hypertrophy and strength
Eccentrics improves flexibility of the targeted muscle
Eccentrics MAY help prevent muscle strains
References
Introduction
Eccentric exercises has been researched on many times in the literature. There are numerous benefits to incorporating eccentric exercises in your training. In this article, I am going to elucidate some of these benefits, in the context of improving the deadlift.
me doing RDLs with 80kg
In the animated GIF you see above is me doing Romanian deadlifts (RDLs) on my hypertrophy ..read more
Deadlift is Medicine
3y ago
In this post, I am going to answer the question “what does a weightlifting belt do?” with SCIENTIFIC research. Also at the end, I will do a quick review on the various weight lifting belts on the market, particularly Inzer weight lifting belts.
Inzer lever belt. Click on image to buy from Amazon Table of contents
Introduction
What is a weight lifting belt?
Weight lifting belt allows for more training volume and lifting at higher intensity
Weight lifting belts increases Intra-Abdominal pressure (IAP) during heavy lifting
Misconception about weight lifting belts
Contraindications : Who s ..read more
Deadlift is Medicine
3y ago
Introduction
Ageing and the resultant loss of muscle mass
Effects of loss of muscle mass (due to Sarcopenia) on the Quality of life
Effects of loss of muscle strength (due to Sarcopenia) on health
The impact of exercise on muscle mass and muscle strength retention
Live strong and prosper (and chase them gains!)
References
Introduction flowchart for le lazy people :^)
Hey guys. Today, I will be talking about how muscle can lead to improved quality of life (or healthy ageing) as you age.
You’ve probably heard or seen somewhere from the bros that “Lifting is a lifestyle”. In this case, the Bro ..read more
Deadlift is Medicine
3y ago
Introduction
What are weightlifting shoes?
Performance benefit of weightlifting shoes
Better squatting benefits weightlifting shoes
Potential muscle building benefits of weightlifting shoes
Conclusion
Weightlifting Shoe Review
Introduction
Should I get weightlifting shoes? Does weightlifting shoes improve my squat? Does weightlifting shoes help with quad growth? These are probably some of the questions you might be asking when considering to buy a pair of weightlifting shoes. Fret not broskis, cos I got you covered. In this post, I’ll be covering some relevant studies to uncover some of the ..read more
Deadlift is Medicine
3y ago
Foreword
What is Creatine and how it works
Relevant studies to building muscle and strength
Practical implications
References
Foreword
Clickbait title, i know. If you’re here, you’re probably interested in building strength/muscle. Unfortunately, there is no magic pill to gainz as a natural athlete to build muscle, and there’s certainly no magical supplement either. With that being said, certain supplements have passed the test of time that may aid in that process. The key lies in the root word, “supplement”. In the next few paragraphs, I will breakdown how you can utilise this in your nutri ..read more