Category Archive for "Shoulders"

3d delts

HOW TO BUILD ROUND “3D DELTS” THAT POP (4 EXERCISES)

Ask most average fitness trainers out there how to build those round, wide “3D Delts” that all serious lifters strive for, and you’ll usually get the same basic answer… They’ll tell you to put your primary focus on overhead pressing movements,…

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best rear deltoid exercises

THE TOP 3 REAR DELTOID EXERCISES

The rear delts don’t get enough respect. Most lifters spend plenty of time hammering their front and side delts through heavy chest pressing, shoulder pressing, front raises and side lateral raises, but end up heavily neglecting their rear deltoids in…

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BEST SIDE DELT EXERCISES: HIGH INCLINE BENCH SIDE LATERALS

In my most recent post I discussed in detail the proper form for executing a basic side lateral raise and outlined 7 common side lateral raise mistakes that anyone looking to maximize their side delt development should avoid. This exercise…

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7 SIDE LATERAL RAISE MISTAKES TO AVOID FOR BIGGER SIDE DELTS

Lateral raise mistakes are a dime a dozen around the gym, but that doesn’t mean you have to remain stuck there. If you’re looking to carve out a set of round, broad shoulders that really stand out and get noticed,…

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BEHIND THE NECK PRESS: GOOD OR BAD? SAFE OR DANGEROUS?

We’ve covered the behind the neck lat pulldowns in another article. But what about the behind the neck press? Basic overhead free weight presses have always been considered as the foundation of effective shoulder training. Along with military presses and…

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THE BEST EXERCISES TO BUILD BIG SHOULDERS

Ask most muscle building experts how to build round shoulders that really “pop” and you’ll usually get the same basic answer… They’ll tell you to put your primary focus on compound overhead pressing movements (such as barbell military presses or…

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BENT OVER REAR DELT RAISES: 2 CRITICAL TIPS FOR PROPER FORM

Although an often over-looked aspect of bodybuilding training, direct rear delt work should definitely be included in any well-rounded shoulder workout for two primary reasons… The first is for maintaining healthy shoulder joints. Most people who train with weights on a…

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THE 3 BEST SHOULDER EXERCISES FOR MASS

Should you prioritize shoulder exercises for mass to the upper body? The answer is: absolutely. If you’re looking to build an impressive, muscular body, properly developed shoulders are an absolute must. Full, thick deltoids will cause your upper body to…

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