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Question If I want to build big traps, what are the best exercises to use? Answer 1. Trap Bar deadlifts 2· Rack pulls with straight or cambered bar if you have one 3· Barbell or DB shrugs. If using a BB, consider doing them with the BB behind you 4· Farmers walks with DB’s, the…
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Question I’ve seen some pictures online and you have great shoulders. Were they always wide, and what exercises have helped most in developing them? Answer There’s an old saying in bodybuilding that you can’t hide weak shoulders, and they’re absolutely right The trouble is that due to all the bench pressing that goes on, the…
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Question I know you speak highly of the trap bar deadlift, but I’m hesitant because I usually deadlift sumo. Won’t I lose strength? I’m not competing anymore, and just doing this to look better and stay strong. Answer The trap bar deadlift is in fact a tremendous exercise, but there are some nuances you should…
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Question What do you think of training to failure? Does it work and if so what’s the best way to use it? I’ve tried it in the past and had great results, but could never stick with it. Answer Every few years, training to absolute muscular failure enjoys a renaissance of sorts so that’s probably…
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