Few exercises are purer arm builders than Zottman Curls.

Your forearms burst on the way down and force your biceps to do all the work when you lift.

My clients love and hate them because of that burn.

Give your arms the pump they deserve for the weekend - 4 x 12 reps Image
The Zottman Curl benefits everybody because of its potent effect on grip strength, a weak link for many people.

Life becomes much easier physically with stronger hands.

Use an inclined or Preacher curl bench to isolate your muscles even more.
This exercise pays homage to George Zottman, the Philadelphia milkman who became the strongest man in the world in the 1890s. #rawmilk Image
Use the incline seated variation to target the long head of your biceps:

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Jan 26
4 stretch and exercise combinations to improve our postures:

These supersets make your joints feel lighter and more stable.

Start with the stretch, then do the exercise.

#1 - Hip Flexor Stretch + Towel Leg Curls
#2 - Adductor Stretch + Unilateral Glute Bridges (Elevated)
#3 - Standing Pec Stretch + Pulse Rows
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Jan 24
This stretch is for people with stiff, misaligned hips.

Take a brief moment to lengthen these rigid muscles before it’s too late.

You will save yourself from lower back from pain and restricted mobility.

3 x 30-60s after your work day ensure a more peaceful future.
I’ve met people from all over the world with stiff hips or lower back pain, and these stretches were instrumental to their recoveries.

Combine them with hamstring exercises and you’ll feel like a different person.
More stretches to do before you go to bed tonight.

A 10-minute routine will manually turn off all the light switches in your body and mind.
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Jan 22
Our calves are vital yet neglected postural muscles.

This thread will show you how to ensure they protect your knees and ankles.

Tip #1 - Train your three superficial muscles:

1. Standing - Gastrocnemius

2. Seated - Soleus

3. Front - Tibialis Anterior
Tip #2 - Train your deep lower leg muscles:

I assess many people with lower body issues who have weak control of their toes.

The muscles involved are under the superficial layer.

They start below your knee and attach onto various parts of your toes to move them.
Tip #3 - Hold the stretch at the bottom of your Calf Raises:

This one is another pearl from Charles Poliquin.

Take a pause at the bottom of each rep, anywhere between 1 to 6 seconds, or more.

The stretch enhances growth and mobility by increasing the range of motion.
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Jan 22
6 lessons working with chronic pain clients taught me that my textbooks never did, thread:
1/ People use the word pain to describe various feelings ranging from mild discomfort to soreness and debilitating agony.

Two clients with “low back pain” might feel different things.

I need to get them to paint a clearer picture of their situation to find the right solution.
2/ Intensity and frequency of pain are the first two variables to change.

The sensation rarely disappears at once.

You will first notice that it becomes quieter, then less frequent.

Ex: Going from 9/10 all day every day to 3/10 a few times a week.
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Jan 21
We are born to move.

You have an energy tank dedicated to motion that turns into racing thoughts if left unused.

I notice a big difference on days when I walk closer to double-digit steps or more:

- Calmer yet active body/mind
- Higher creativity
- Easier to fall asleep
You can also pace around like a madman like I do when I work if you don’t have access to a decent outdoor walking space.
Shoutout to @VIVOBAREFOOT for the quality boots keeping my feet warm in the Québec cold, and my soles close to the ground despite inches of snow.
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Jan 14
The Squat thread - 6 strategies to safely reap its posture and performance benefits
Many criticize the squat, yet few discuss the imbalanced bodies getting hurt executing the motion.

I have taught this movement to clients of all ages and skill levels, including those with low back or knee pain.

The king of all exercises deserves more respect.
This thread explores the methods I use with beginners to mitigate the risks of a loaded squat and reap its royal benefits.
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