Top 6 of April

1. 5 Questions with Alex Viada

We sit down and get to know hybrid athlete, Alex Viada, the owner of Complete Human Performance in Durham, NC. Alex has squatted and deadlifted over 700 pounds raw and also is a high level endurance competitor in triathlon and ultramarathon.

2. 5 Things That Are Holding Your Squat Back by Chad Wesley Smith

Chad breaks down 5 common issues, some physical, some technical, some mental that are common reasons why people’s squats aren’t progressing.

3. Benching from the Bottom Up by Mike Tuchscherer

Mike Tuchscherer, one of the strongest lifters and smartest coaches of our time, shows the raw bencher how to improve strength off the chest.

4. Fat Loss for Powerlifting-Part 2, Cardio by Dr. Layne Norton

What kind of cardio is best for fat loss? Renown bodybuilder/powerlifter/nutrition coach Dr. Layne Norton shares some of his expert insight.

5. Glute Activation by Dr. Quinn Henoch

Improved glute activation and strength will improve your lifting, sprinting/jumping and hip/knee/back health. Dr. Quinn Henoch of Darkside Strength helps you improve it with this thorough article.

6. 5 Steps for Healing Low Back Pain by Stacey Schaedler

Low Back Pain is nearly epidemic among the US population and for athletes it can at best be career hindering and at worst career ending. Amazing trainer/yogi/corrective exercise practitioner Stacey Schaedler of Boston, helps you fix yours.