TAKE THE STEP TOWARDS A (BAR LIFTING) LIFE

Barbell training - Squat Deadlift Bench press Shoulder press

When you throw yourself into the world of lifting, it's easy to feel enthusiastic and want to impress others. Questions like "how much do you bench?" and "what are you deadlifting?" become common in contexts where lifting is the focus. But we at Workout Brands believe in starting right and letting the training grow in step with your development.

Starting this type of training without correct technique can lead to injuries that stop you in your development and we want to avoid that. Led word is long-term.
Improper loads can cause overuse, wear and tear, and strains, hindering our progress. That's why it's important to decide from the start to be patient and set a strong foundation to maximize your lifting.

To succeed with weight training, it is important to first master your own body. You should therefore have the following in place:

1. Mobility: A flexible and mobile body reduces the risk of incorrect movements. Before we start lifting heavy weights, we need to make sure that our body has the mobility required to perform the exercises correctly. Mobility training is key to building this.

2. Coordination: Lifting requires good body control and the cooperation of several muscle groups. More advanced lifts such as jerks and free flips require precision and speed. Make sure you have good coordination before taking on these challenges.

3. Body awareness: To avoid injuries, it is important that we listen to our body and know our muscles well. By being aware of our own body, we can prepare it properly by warming up and stretching.

Once these skills are ingrained, you're ready to take your first lifts.

START EACH BAR BAR SESSION CORRECTLY

Each workout begins with a thorough warm-up that includes the three previously mentioned aspects.
The warm-up prepares your body for what is to come and improves your connection with the muscles.
Set a routine where you know what to do so it's easy to get started and to get through the entire warm-up without having to think about which exercises it should include.

CHOOSE THE MOST COMMON BAR LIFTS

For beginners, it is best to start with the most basic exercises to learn the technique correctly. We therefore recommend that you start with the following:

1. Deadlift: Simple and effective. Lift the bar off the floor until you are standing with straight legs and straight arms. Focus on keeping a straight back and lifting with your legs and seat.

2. Back squat : Challenge mobility and stability. Keep your chest high and your heels on the floor. Avoid going too deep if it affects the shape.

3. Bench press: Stable starting position. The bar is lowered in a controlled manner towards the chest muscles. Keep track of the technique for best results.

4. Shoulder press: Don't let it be overshadowed by the bench press. The bar is pressed up above the head with controlled movements.

TAKE IT EASY AND BE CAREFUL

Give yourself time to grow and develop in weight training. Build strength through proper technique and you'll thank yourself time and time again. Injuries are avoided and you will be able to lift even more in the future.

Good luck on your weight training journey and ask us if you have any questions (info@workoutbrands.se).