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Deep-dives on individual exercises (technique, muscles, science)

The Deadlift: Muscles, Mechanics & Science

A performance-first breakdown of the deadlift: muscles worked, setup and technique cues, common errors, smart programming, and when to use Romanian, sumo, and trap-bar variations.

20 April 2026 · 10 min readRead article →

The Squat: Muscles, Technique, and Science Behind the King of Exercises

We break down the muscles worked, the science behind why squats are so effective, step-by-step technique, common mistakes, and how to programme them correctly.

19 April 2026 · 8 min readRead article →
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