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Debate: Using lifting straps is bad for grip strength
The most common reaction I hear from using lifting straps is that "it's going to limit your grip strength". I'd like to push back on...

Jake Hicks
Feb 254 min read


The science behind low rep sets for hypertrophy
Why I think low rep sets are best for hypertrophy We all learned hypertrophy is 8-12 reps per set. But I have grown to strongly oppose...

Jake Hicks
Feb 244 min read


The mindset of in season training and why it's crucial
Many athletes take training very serious, until the season that is and then it seems to get put on the back burner. This might be the...

Jake Hicks
Feb 237 min read


The exercise no one is talking about that will increase your bench press!
If you're like me, I used to struggle with my bench press. My arms are long and it seemed like no matter what I tried my bench always...

Jake Hicks
Feb 234 min read


Plateaus and how to break through them
Very common to feel stuck with your strength on certain exercises. Here are my top 3 pieces of advice! There's a free give away at the...

Jake Hicks
Feb 225 min read
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