by chetcromer_ut5n0x1i | Dec 30, 2018 | Barbell Shrugged, Core, External Posts, TechniqueWOD
You need to think about abs as more than just the six pack muscles over your stomach. Think of those as your “front abs”. Just because you think your front abs are cool (extra cool if you can see them!) doesn’t mean you need to neglect your “side abs”; they’re just as...
by chetcromer_ut5n0x1i | Sep 16, 2018 | Barbell Shrugged, Core, External Posts, TechniqueWOD
Too many training programs are writing only prescribing sagittal plane (front/back) movements like squats, deadlifts, lunges, pushups etc. Yes these are great movements and (depending on your goals) they should will definitely make up the majority of your program....
by chetcromer_ut5n0x1i | Sep 16, 2018 | Barbell Shrugged, Core, External Posts, TechniqueWOD
Too many training programs are writing only prescribing sagittal plane (front/back) movements like squats, deadlifts, lunges, pushups etc. Yes these are great movements and (depending on your goals) they should will definitely make up the majority of your program....
by chetcromer_ut5n0x1i | Sep 9, 2018 | Barbell Shrugged, Core, External Posts, TechniqueWOD
What differentiates a squat from a deadlift? Movement pattern; “Squatting” vs “Hinging”? Bar on shoulders vs. bar in hands? My opinion: It’s the pattern. Hex bars work work very well for full depth squatting, since your knees are free to move forward without the...
by chetcromer_ut5n0x1i | Sep 2, 2018 | Barbell Shrugged, Core, External Posts, TechniqueWOD
I love making videos and simultaneously despise writing about them… here’s a TechniqueWOD about a cool way to “train your abs” using a rower. Enjoy! -Doug (@douglaselarson) The post Rower Rollouts — Anterior Core — Hollow Body — TechniqueWOD 137 w/ Doug Larson...
by chetcromer_ut5n0x1i | Aug 26, 2018 | Barbell Shrugged, Core, External Posts, TechniqueWOD
Just like regular full contact twists (#132); static full contact twists are easily one of the Top 5 Movements I’ve ever done for core strength and stability. They’re especially great at building strength and stability in rotation. If you’re an athlete who has to run,...
