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Choosing the Right Squat for Strength and You
Micah Kradin Micah Kradin

Choosing the Right Squat for Strength and You

Not all squats are created equal. Different variations emphasize different movement patterns, muscle groups, and performance adaptations. That’s why we love to coach all kinds of squats, tailoring each variation to individual needs.

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Check out this video highlighting 4 different types we like to use.

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Thoracic Mobility: Why It Matters for Life and Lifting
Micah Kradin Micah Kradin

Thoracic Mobility: Why It Matters for Life and Lifting

When thoracic mobility is limited it’s no fun. While it’s the least mobile portion of the spine, it still does need to move. It can affect pressing movements, overhead positioning, and even your front squat. If you’ve ever felt like you just couldn’t get your elbows up in the rack position or that your shoulders were tight in an overhead press, a stiff upper back might be part of the issue.

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Strength Training- Better Bench Pressing & A Fun Workout to Put It Into Action
Micah Kradin Micah Kradin

Strength Training- Better Bench Pressing & A Fun Workout to Put It Into Action

We have been getting after the bench press in our semi-private group class recently and Coach Jess has been hammering some solid performance tips for what is traditionally seen as an entirely upper body movement. When most people think about bench pressing, they focus on the arms and chest—pressing that bar up and down. But if you really want to improve your strength and efficiency, it’s time to shift your attention downward. Give this short video a watch along with the fun workout that follows to incorporate a nice balanced push + pull superset that includes some “cardio”.

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