Episode 126: Alternatives to the Back Squat, Barbell Bench Press and Deadlift
- Author
- Dr. Mike T Neslon, Suzie Glassman, Jodie "Fabulous" Nelson, Jessica Depatie
- Published
- Mon 06 Dec 2021
- Episode Link
- https://flex-diet-podcast.simplecast.com/episodes/episode-126-alternatives-to-the-back-squat-barbell-bench-press-and-deadlift-PGs7C4tl
- When to consider alternatives to the three main power lifts
- Back Squat Alternatives
- the main limiter is external rotation in the shoulders
- front squat
- goblet squat
- Zercher squat
- Yoke bar
- Bench Press Alternatives
- neutral grip bar (football bar or neutral grip bench)
- dumbbells
- reverse hand position from Anthony Clark
- play with hand position from wide to narrow
- limit the range of motion
- floor press
- power rack option
- use Fat Gripz
- Straight Bar Deadlift Alternatives
- Trap bar
- Farmer's bar
- Jefferson or straddle deadlift
- Hack squat or behind-the-back deadlift
- Shovel deadlift
- Exciting interviews coming soon
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