Episode 126: Alternatives to the Back Squat, Barbell Bench Press and Deadlift

• When to consider alternatives to the three main power lifts
• Back Squat Alternatives
  • the main limiter is external rotation in the shoulders
  • front squat
  • goblet squat
  • Zercher squat
  • Yoke bar
• Bench Press Alternatives
  • neutral grip bar (football bar or neutral grip  bench)
  • dumbbells
  • reverse hand position from Anthony Clark
  • play with hand position from wide to narrow
  • limit the range of motion
  • floor press
  • power rack option
  • use Fat Gripz
• Straight Bar Deadlift Alternatives
  • Trap bar
  • Farmer's bar
  • Jefferson or straddle deadlift
  • Hack squat or behind-the-back deadlift
  • Shovel deadlift
• Exciting interviews coming soon

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