Rip explains why eye gaze is important in all barbell lifts. Each lift - from squats to deadlifts to presses - has a prescribed direction for your gaze, which helps with balance, form, and proprioception.
Rip breaks down the mechanics behind the importance of keeping the bar close during the press.
Whether you’re recovering from an injury or managing training stress as a more advanced lifter, Rip shows you how to safely set up and perform box squats correctly, ensuring you get the most out of this lift.
The most annoying part of getting a bigger, stronger deadlift? Having to load and unload all of those plates. Keep it simple and keep it easy. Starting Strength Coach Phil Meggers of Testify Strength & Conditioning in Omaha, NE, gives you 6 tips to make your life easier so you can save some energy for that big pull you've got coming up.
Rip explains the proper way to reset the deadlift after each rep. The bar should return to its starting position over the middle of the foot, one inch from the shins.
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