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Straight Arm Cable Pushdown: Muscles Worked, & How-To

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The cable machine at the gym doesn’t get the credit it deserves. Seriously, can you think of another machine at the gym that allows you to…. Swap in different attachments in seconds? Get unrivaled support and control during lifts? Focus on minor muscles optimally for maximum growth? Perform dozens of exercises for nearly every muscle group in the body? Probably not. But on that last point, we’ve got a new one for you to try: The straight arm cable pushdown. So let’s review everything there is to know about this exercise. What is the Straight Arm Cable Pushdown? The straight arm cable pushdown is an exercise with many names. So you might know this one better as the “straight arm cable pulldown” or the “straight arm lat pulldown.” Very different-sounding, but all the same! The straight arm cable pushdown is a basic lat pulldown alternative . Instead of pulling the bar attachment down vertically and parallel to your body, you’ll be keeping your arms extended and straight ...
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Wiry Build Body Type Definition & Workout Routine

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Here’s how you workout for a muscular wiry build. We all have different body types and builds. For some it is very easy to build muscles, while others have a larger frame and no muscle, and still others just appear to be string beans. For those of you out there with a wiry build, we understand how difficult it can be to pack on the muscle; this is why we have put together a workout routine specifically to help you put muscle onto your wiry body. What Does It Meant to Be an Ectomorph? When it comes to genetics and body structure, individuals often fall into one of three body types: mesomorphs, endomorphs, or ectomorphs. Mesomorphs are the genetically gifted individuals that can produce muscle just from picking up their water bottles. Endomorphs tend to put on weight easily but can have trouble putting it on in the form of muscle. In most cases, endomorphs should focus on a fat loss workout for best results. Ectomorphs tend to be the most challenged when it comes to building a mu...
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7 Surprising Facts about Paul Wade (Calisthenics Expert)

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Here are 7 surprising facts about the infamous Paul Wade. Calisthenics expert Paul Wade is an elusive character because he doesn’t give in-person interviews and pics are impossible to find. Some people don’t even believe he is a real person, and honestly, I have doubts myself. I could only find two interviews with the guy from the last ten years, and they were both via email. Is Paul Wade a real person? We might never know the real truth. But, one thing is for sure – Convict Conditioning is an awesome calisthenics program that has some real benefits. And, the person in these interviews had some interesting things to say. Here are seven surprising facts about the creator of Convict Conditioning, Paul “Coach” Wade. 1. He wrote Convict Conditioning because of his interest in how OG convicts trained Paul says that when he was incarcerated he was nuts about training his body, and several people told him to write a book about it. However, he wasn’t interested in writing about how inma...
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22 Best CrossFit Shoes for Training Workouts in 2019

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These are the 22 best CrossFit shoes for your next training workout. Having the right pair of shoes when you’re doing a grueling CrossFit workout is essential because they’re a tool that’ll help you get the most of your workout, while also helping you avoid injury. Because CrossFit features weightlifting, functional movements, and gymnastics, you might need different shoes for different workouts. The perfect shoe for a weight lifting day isn’t necessarily the same thing you need for functional training exercises and running. Obviously, your CrossFit shoe game is up to you. But, just keep in mind that one size doesn’t necessarily fit all. Affiliate Disclaimer: We want to be completely honest with you and let you know that Noob Gains is an Amazon affiliate and some of the links on this page are affiliate links. That means if you make a purchase through any of these links, Noob Gains earns a small commission. However, you’re under no obligation to purchase anything and can still cou...
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Ed Coan Old School Powerlifting Routine & Diet

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As a beginner, it can be a little tough to break your way into the powerlifting scene. Though you’ll be doing exercises you probably already do (squat, bench press, and deadlift), powerlifting requires you to do them at near-maximal power. So, let’s go over a routine developed by powerlifting champion Ed Coan that can be useful by powerlifting noobs like you. About the Creator – Ed Coan Ed Coan is a former American powerlifting champion. During his tenure, he won the USPF Senior National Championship seven times and the IPF World Championship six times between the 1980s and 1990s. Coan amassed over 71 different world powerlifting records during his career. Here’s a look at his best career lifts. Squat: 1,019 pounds Bench Press: 584 pounds Deadlift: 901 pounds What is Ed Coan’s Training Program? Ed Coan’s training regimen is a split-routine. It consists of four heavy days in the gym, one light day, and two rest days over a period of 10 weeks. Since it’s a powerliftin...
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