A Better Alternative For Dumbbells and Kettlebells

Dr. Joel Seedman

September 6, 2017

Bodybuilding, Athletic Performance, Deadlifts, Traps, Legs

A Better Alternative For Dumbbells and Kettlebells

If you’re looking for a training method that allows isolateral loading similar to that of dumbbells and kettlebells but also provides heavier overload and unique exercise variations, look no further than this isolateral trap bar method.

Dr. Joel Seedman

August 25, 2017

Shoulders, Overhead Press, Vertical Press, Traps, Bodybuilding, Athletic Performance

Build Cannonball Delts With This Push Press Technique

Dr. Joel Seedman

August 25, 2017

Shoulders, Overhead Press, Vertical Press, Traps, Bodybuilding, Athletic Performance

Build Cannonball Delts With This Push Press Technique

If you're looking to add some serious functional size and strength to your shoulders, try incorporating this push press protocol. Just be forwarned, it's brutally intense but also incredibly effective for building cannonball deltoids.

Dr. Joel Seedman

July 6, 2017

Deadlifts, Back, Traps, Shoulders, Legs, Lats, Glutes, Bodybuilding, Most Popular

Make The Reeves Deadlift Better With the Trap Bar

Dr. Joel Seedman

July 6, 2017

Deadlifts, Back, Traps, Shoulders, Legs, Lats, Glutes, Bodybuilding, Most Popular

Make The Reeves Deadlift Better With the Trap Bar

The traditional Reeves deadlift is a very effective upper back and grip exercise. Unfortunately it also has some common pitfalls. By using the trap bar instead of a standard barbell you eliminate these issues and gain better results.

Dr. Joel Seedman

June 16, 2017

Athletic Performance, Squats, Explosive Movements, Deadlifts, Traps, Legs, Most Popular

Increase Your Jump and Sprint Performance With This Deadlift Squat

Dr. Joel Seedman

June 16, 2017

Athletic Performance, Squats, Explosive Movements, Deadlifts, Traps, Legs, Most Popular

Increase Your Jump and Sprint Performance With This Deadlift Squat

Although there are many protocols that can be used for post activation potentiation, including heavy squats performed several minutes prior to sprinting or jumping, this trap bar deadlift variation may be even better for athletes

Dr. Joel Seedman

May 29, 2017

Deadlifts, Legs, Squats, Traps, Glutes, Hamstrings, Athletic Performance, Bodybuilding, Back, Eccentric Isometrics

Eccentric Isometric Trap Bar Deadlifts for Strength and Size

Dr. Joel Seedman

May 29, 2017

Deadlifts, Legs, Squats, Traps, Glutes, Hamstrings, Athletic Performance, Bodybuilding, Back, Eccentric Isometrics

Eccentric Isometric Trap Bar Deadlifts for Strength and Size

Looking for a simple yet highly effective trap bar deadlift variation? Try this eccentric isometric deadlift as demonstrated by NFL superstar DeAngelo Hall. Not only will you build massive legs but your upper traps, lats and back will get jacked.

Dr. Joel Seedman

January 10, 2017

Traps, Back, Deadlifts

Build Traps & Back with These Rack Pulls

Dr. Joel Seedman

January 10, 2017

Traps, Back, Deadlifts

Build Traps & Back with These Rack Pulls

The rack pull is one of the most simple yet effective movements for crushing the entire upper back and traps. Although the movement is produced through the hips, the upper back must remain incredibly tense throughout in order to support the heavy load.