Nail Your Strength Training Form with These 3 Fitness Influencers

Top 3 sources for strength training form, and insights

Do you ever start an exercise during your workout and think “I’m not even totally sure I’m doing this right?” Me too. If I’m going to spend a few hours in the gym each week, I would be cheating myself if I wasn’t performing the exercises properly. Well there’s some meat head scientists that can help us out.

When it comes to strength and hypertrophy training, I trust a few experts. These are my top three creators to follow on social media. They break down exercises and routines in a way that's easy to understand and super helpful. If you want solid advice, give them a follow.

Ben Yanes

Ben is a fitness expert with a Master's in Exercise Science. He's also a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist (CSCS). Ben shares simple and clear tips on strength training and how your body moves. His advice focuses on safe and effective workouts. If you want to build muscle and protect your joints, he's a great person to follow.

Click here to find Ben on Insta or his more search-friendly content here on YouTube.

A few of my favorite posts from Ben…

• The number one mistake on cable crunches (Short form)

• False-grip Pressing (Short form)

• Grow Your Lats With This Technique (Long form)

Jeff Nippard

Jeff Nippard is a fitness expert and YouTuber with a background in biochemistry. He combines his scientific knowledge with his experience as a natural bodybuilder and powerlifter. He’s passionate about sharing science-based workout tips and training advice through his YouTube channel, where he teaches people how to train smart and build muscle effectively. His content is highly regarded for its focus on evidence-based practices in fitness.

Click here to find Jeff on Insta or his more search-friendly content here on YouTube.

A few of my favorite posts from Jeff…

• How to leg press with perfect technique (short form)

• A better way to do leg extensions (short form)

• This is why your calves won’t grow (short form)

Jeremy Ethier

Jeremy Ethier is a popular fitness creator and kinesiologist. He runs a YouTube channel where he shares workout tips and other fitness advice. His goal is to help people build muscle, lose fat, and get in shape using science-backed methods. Jeremy’s content is super easy to understand, making fitness simple and doable for everyone.

Click here to find Jeremy on Insta or his more search-friendly content here on YouTube.

A few of my favorite posts from Jeremy…

• How to get wider shoulders (short form)

• Do this after your sets to build muscle faster (short form)

• Stop doing dumbbell press like this (long form)

Search for exercise form content using these three experts as a guide and you will be ahead of 99% of not just dudes on the street but bros in the gym. Their tips on strength training will help you stay healthy, build muscle faster, and bring more enjoyment and confidence to your gym sessions.

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Be well,

Dave

Please note: This newsletter is designed for informational purposes only and should not be taken as professional medical advice. Always consult with a healthcare provider for advice tailored to your health and fitness needs.