LEVEL UP
Level Up is a series where we breakdown exercises made popular through social media. Social media is a powerful tool for fitness professionals and can be a great way to get ideas for exercises. The important part is that each exercise is performed with the proper goal and safety is always kept in-mind. Clients should not be fit to an exercise and exercises should be modified when appropriate.
Level Up The Skull-Crusher | Bigger Arms and Better Triceps!
Ronald Trujillo, BS, we take a look at another arm day staple... the skull-crusher! This exercise has been popular since the inception of bodybuilding as a way to isolate the triceps and grow massive arms, and today, Ronald is going to show you how...
Cow-Cat | Improve Spinal Mobility and Performance with this Drill
Ronald Trujillo, BS, reviews and provides cues for the Cow-Cat exercise. An underrated mobility and warm-up drill that, if used correctly, can vastly improve mobility, posture, and performance! Too often, this drill is taught and executed haphazardly...
The Dumbbell Kickback | Build Better Arms with this One Tip!
Ron Trujillo reviews a classic arm exercise, the dumbbell tricep kickback! This workout has remained a favorite in bodybuilding for isolating the triceps and developing strong arms. However, maintaining proper form can be challenging, potentially...
The Lunge | Three Variations to Improve this Classic Exercise!
Ronald Trujillo, BS, examines a lower body staple—an exercise we have seen done since immemorial—the lunge! The lunge is a cornerstone of any solid lower body training program, so now Ronald will show you three ways to level it up by tailoring the...
The Bird Dog | Elevating this popular warm-up and mobility drill!
Ronald Trujillo, BS, goes through the "why" of the Bird Dog and gives you simple cues for setting up the exercise that will drastically improve its effectiveness. The Bird Dog is one of the most widely used mobility and warm-up drills we see in the...
Serratus Anterior | An undervalued muscle group to unlock even better progress!
Ronald Trujillo, BS, demonstrates how to train one of the most overlooked muscle groups in the body, the serratus anterior! Ronald goes through three variations of serratus anterior exercises using only a band and a sturdy anchor point to help you...
Forearm Training | Use this sequence to improve wrist mobility and elbow health!
Ronald Trujillo, BS, shows you how to implement a short and effective forearm strength and mobility routine to improve wrist range of motion and even help with elbow pain! Forearm training can be handled by a sufficient pulling/carrying volume for...
Time Under Tension | How to Utilize this Training Variable
Ronald Trujillo, BS, reviews how to adjust the Time Under Tension (TUT) in your program to break through plateaus and help keep your clients on track even when faced with changes to equipment availability. Time under tension is one of the core...
Dumbbell Row | 3 Variations to Implement with Your Clients
Ronald Trujillo, BS, examines another classic gym staple: the dumbbell row. He presents three different variations for you to implement with your clients, helping them maximize the benefits of their workouts. The dumbbell row has long been a staple...
The Cable Pec Fly | Do this simple hack to start growing your chest today!
Ronald Trujillo examines the cable pec fly and offers a quick and easy tip to improve your client's chest gains. The cable pec fly has been a staple in the program of anyone looking to develop a well-rounded set of pecs since the inception of...
The Shoulder Press | Improve Client ROM
Ronald Trujillo, BS, analyzes the dumbbell shoulder press to maximize its effectiveness in your client's training. The dumbbell shoulder press is likely the most common exercise performed by those seeking to develop their deltoids. In fact, it's so...
Barbell Jump Squat | Try These Cues With Your Clients
Ronald Trujillo, BS, examines the barbell jump squat and shows you why you should ditch it today! The barbell back squat jump squat is one of the most overused and overrated exercises we see in the gym today. It is commonly used by individuals...