Eccentric Isometric Trap Bar Deadlifts for Strength and Size

Dr. Joel Seedman

May 29, 2017

Deadlifts, Legs, Squats, Traps, Glutes, Hamstrings, Athletic Performance, Bodybuilding, Back, Eccentric Isometrics

Eccentric Isometric Trap Bar Deadlifts for Strength and Size

Looking for a simple yet highly effective trap bar deadlift variation? Try this eccentric isometric deadlift as demonstrated by NFL superstar DeAngelo Hall. Not only will you build massive legs but your upper traps, lats and back will get jacked.

Dr. Joel Seedman

February 15, 2017

Athletic Performance, Deadlifts, Explosive Movements, Glutes, Squats, Legs, Most Popular

Squat-Stance Deadlifts for Strength, Size, and Performance

Dr. Joel Seedman

February 15, 2017

Athletic Performance, Deadlifts, Explosive Movements, Glutes, Squats, Legs, Most Popular

Squat-Stance Deadlifts for Strength, Size, and Performance

The squat-stance deadlift is my go-to deadlift variation not only for my pro and collegiate athletes but also for my bodybuilders, powerlifters, and general populations clients. That's because it's ideal for strength, size, and performance.

Dr. Joel Seedman

January 29, 2017

Athletic Performance, Deadlifts, Hamstrings, Hip Hinge, Glutes

Test Your Single Leg RDL with The Blindfold Test

Dr. Joel Seedman

January 29, 2017

Athletic Performance, Deadlifts, Hamstrings, Hip Hinge, Glutes

Test Your Single Leg RDL with The Blindfold Test

Want to know if you’ve mastered the single leg RDL and unilateral hip hinge? One of the main tests you’ll need to pass is the eyes closed or blindfolded variation of the single leg eccentric isometric RDL. It's the true test of stability and body mechanics.

Dr. Joel Seedman

January 25, 2017

Glutes, Hamstrings, Legs, Lunges, Deadlifts, Hip Hinge

Blast Your Glutes with This Unique Lunge & RDL Combo

Dr. Joel Seedman

January 25, 2017

Glutes, Hamstrings, Legs, Lunges, Deadlifts, Hip Hinge

Blast Your Glutes with This Unique Lunge & RDL Combo

The lunge and the single leg RDL are two of my favorite exercises for crushing the posterior chain and improving movement mechanics. Here’s a glute blaster that combines the best elements of the lunge and single leg RDL into one glute thrasher.

Dr. Joel Seedman

January 10, 2017

Traps, Back, Deadlifts

Build Traps & Back with These Rack Pulls

Dr. Joel Seedman

January 10, 2017

Traps, Back, Deadlifts

Build Traps & Back with These Rack Pulls

The rack pull is one of the most simple yet effective movements for crushing the entire upper back and traps. Although the movement is produced through the hips, the upper back must remain incredibly tense throughout in order to support the heavy load.