If you really want a really jacked look, one of the most important muscles to develop is your traps. Having bulging traps will do wonders for your physique and overall look. As the name implies, there is no better tool for trap development than the trap bar. Specifically, trap bar shrugs. In this guide,…
Every athlete is constantly looking for ways to increase their explosive power and peak force. The trap bar jump is a great, easy movement that anyone can do to build explosive power. In this guide, we will go over how to properly perform a trap bar jump and the benefits of this underutilized exercise. …
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The REP Open Trap Bar was our top pick because of the combination of value and versatility. The removable handles, open design, and built-in deadlift jack made it hard to beat.
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Titan Hex Trap Bar
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Everyone knows about the trap bar deadlift but I rarely see the trap bar Romanian deadlift get the attention it deserves. With all the same benefits as trap bar deadlifts, it is a must-do exercise for those looking to develop their posterior chain while protecting the lower back. Table of contents The Trouble With…
Over the past few weeks, our team has had the pleasure of testing the Rep Open Trap Bar and is excited to bring you this review. For us, this bar is the best overall trap bar for most home gym owners. It is incredibly well-balanced, packed with features, built to last, and does all…
The football bar bench press is one of the most underutilized bench press variations that will explode your strength and muscle gains. The swiss or football bar is a unique bar that removes some of the stress on your shoulders and wrist while increasing tricep activation. Athletes have used this bar for years…
The swiss bar has traditionally been heavily associated with the swiss bar bench press. However, many people do not realize that many of the same benefits also apply to the overhead press. Not only with the swiss bar overhead press add much-needed variation it will protect your shoulders so you can work out pain-free. Table…
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The Bells Of Steel Arch Nemesis Bar was our top pick because of the combination of value and versatility. The knurled handles, precise camber, and ability to use it as a cable attachment made it the best choice overall.
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Titan Multi-grip Swiss…
Titan Fitness has released the third iteration of its Titan multi-grip bar and has made some exciting improvements. While Titan is usually referred to as the budget home gym brand, I think they have knocked it out of the park with this multi-grip bar. Over the past few weeks, we have had the pleasure…
Few exercises are as notorious for shoulder pain as the incline barbell bench press. Problematically, few exercises are as effective at building a shelf of an upper chest as the incline bench. In this guide, we will show you how can reap all the benefits of the incline bench press without any pain by using…