Exercises

If you want a stronger overhead press, doing more quality overhead pressing should still be the foundation. Assistance exercises are there to build the weak links that hold the lift back, especially your shoulders, triceps, upper back, and core. These are the overhead press assistance exercises I would start with. Overhead Press Muscles Worked The … Read more

Yes, you can technically deadlift with an EZ curl bar as long as the bar is rated for the load and you can use a stable grip. I still would not choose one for serious or heavy deadlifting. The shorter shaft, angled hand positions, and often lower load capacity make curl bars less practical than … Read more

Yes, you can bench press with an EZ curl bar. The angled grips can feel comfortable, especially for close-grip pressing, but a curl bar is usually a worse choice than a straight bar for heavy benching. The main limitations are simple: many curl bars are too short to rack, have short loadable sleeves, and are … Read more

Squats are one of the best exercises you can do to build strength and muscle in your lower body. These are traditionally done with an Olympic barbell, but is it possible or even a good option to use an EZ curl bar instead? No, no it’s not. I’ll go over the potential advantages (there aren’t … Read more

Stepping into the squat rack and puzzled about which direction to face? Here’s a quick tip: always face the j-hooks or j-cups. It sounds straightforward, but this simple guideline is essential for both safety and proper form. Ready to delve deeper? Let’s get started! Key Takeaways Key Points Brief Summary Ideal Direction in the Squat … Read more