How to and Why Archives - Strength Training Programs for Beginners to Elite Athletes https://getstrength.com/category/blog/how-to-and-why/ Strength Training Blog Thu, 24 Oct 2019 03:03:49 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 https://getstrength.com/assets/cropped-boxlogo3-1-32x32.png How to and Why Archives - Strength Training Programs for Beginners to Elite Athletes https://getstrength.com/category/blog/how-to-and-why/ 32 32 How to Measure the Resistance of Strength Bands https://getstrength.com/how-to-measure-the-resistance-of-strength-bands/ Sat, 25 May 2019 06:47:16 +0000 http://getstrength.com/?p=3231 Hi Getstrength, I am a personal trainer and really like using the strength bands with my clients, they are just so versatile. The only problem is, how do I know the resistance level of each band? i.e If I have a client doing assisted pull ups, how do I know how many kgs of assistance […]

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]]> Wrist Wraps – What is a thumb loop? https://getstrength.com/wrist-wraps-what-is-a-thumb-loop/ Mon, 24 Dec 2018 14:40:38 +0000 http://getstrength.com/?p=8410 Hi Team, I get asked a lot about the thumb loop on the Wrist Wraps, so I thought it may make for a interesting article for the “How to and Why” section on Getstrength.com “What is the idea behind thumb loop on the wrist wrap and do I have to use it?” Seems simple right……  Well its definitely up […]

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]]> Lifting Hooks have their place in your gym bag https://getstrength.com/lifting-hooks-have-there-place-in-your-gym-bag/ Tue, 20 Nov 2018 03:30:06 +0000 http://getstrength.com/?p=3154 Why would i want Lifting Hooks in my gym bag, isn’t using steel lifting hooks just a cop out? Thanks for the email. Once upon a time, I would have completely agreed with you, but lately, I have come to the realisation that just about every training aid serves a purpose and there are arguments […]

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]]> How to use the Front Squat Harness All-Sport Correctly https://getstrength.com/how-to-use-the-front-squat-harness-all-sport-correctly/ Mon, 29 Oct 2018 17:23:28 +0000 http://getstrength.com/?p=4126 In my last article “Are there any disadvantages to the Front Squat Harness All Sport (compact), other than not being able to do Zercher Squats”  I touched on how to use the new Getstrength Front Squat Harness All-Sport. In this article, I would like to go into more detail on technique with the Harness. Now the new […]

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]]> Why you need Weightlifting Shoes! https://getstrength.com/why-you-need-weightlifting-shoes/ Tue, 25 Sep 2018 22:11:43 +0000 http://getstrength.com/?p=3483 Hi Getstrength, I would like to ask a couple of questions. Why do i need Weightlifting Shoes and what is the difference between the Weightlifting shoes you sell and the Lifting Shoes? Hey, great questions! Why do I need Weightlifting Shoes? Let start by explaining why you need Weightlifting Shoes and not sneakers.We are in […]

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]]> How to use Knee Wraps https://getstrength.com/how-to-use-knee-wraps/ Mon, 03 Sep 2018 12:39:18 +0000 http://getstrength.com/?p=2870 This how-to and why article and video areN on “How To Use Knee Wraps For Effectiveness and Safety During Squatting.” Coming from an NZ Powerlifting background, I have wrapped my own knees and other people’s knees a few thousand times. It becomes second nature after a while, but looking around you will find most people wrap […]

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]]> Bench Press Setup with Strength Bands https://getstrength.com/bench-press-setup-with-strength-bands/ https://getstrength.com/bench-press-setup-with-strength-bands/#respond Thu, 09 Aug 2018 19:15:45 +0000 http://getstrength.com/?p=728   For those of you who don’t know who I am and are thinking, “who is this clown?” – I have competed in two IPF World Powerlifting Championships.I am the holder of four New Zealand Powerlifting records and two All-round Weightlifting World records. I have been competing in the sport of Powerlifting for more than […]

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]]> https://getstrength.com/bench-press-setup-with-strength-bands/feed/ 0 Why Should I use Knee Sleeves https://getstrength.com/why-should-i-use-knee-sleeves/ Tue, 10 Jul 2018 01:00:29 +0000 http://getstrength.com/?p=3053 I had an email today from a customer, they were asking the question ” Why should I use Knee Sleeves?” I have compiled a list of 20 reasons why you should train with knee sleeves. I would like to thank all the Getstrength Facebook page fans in help with creating this list. Regards Steve Thompson […]

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]]> How to use Knee Sleeves https://getstrength.com/how-to-use-knee-sleeves/ Fri, 29 Jun 2018 09:11:23 +0000 http://getstrength.com/?p=2977 Hi team, Quick post on another common question. How to use Knee Sleeves and what is the difference between Knee Sleeves and Knee Wraps? Thank you for the question, we get asked this question a lot. I will start by explaining the difference between Knee Sleeves and Knee Wraps, the Knee Wrap is a 2 meter long […]

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