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Dr. Joel Seedman, Ph.D. As many of you know I’m an ardent advocate for improving body mechanics, technique, & muscle function. The best way to...

Massive Chest Growth With Anti-Fly Chest Presses — Advanced Human Performance Official Website

Simply grab bands or cables (i.e. laying in between two cable columns), attach them to your wrists or forearms using wrists straps or arm...

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Loaded Carry Drills For Strength, Size, & Performance

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Eyes-Closed Training: Unlock Strength, Performance, & Function

Eyes-Closed Training for Strength, Performance, & Function — Advanced Human Performance Official Website

Produces greater grip and forearm activation as the lifter is require to grip the weights more forcefully to control the load.  This helps with...

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