Final Round Training

Exercises I Rarely Program: #3 — Barbell Deadlifts From the Floor

Coach Gary breaks this one down 👇

Straight bar deadlifts off the ground are great… if you’re a powerlifter who has to compete that way.
For everyone else? They’re mostly unnecessary.

Yes — they make you feel strong.
Yes — they’re a classic lift.
But strength isn’t worth risking your back.

That’s why our go-to alternative is the trap bar deadlift:
✔️ Safer positioning
✔️ Less stress on the lower back
✔️ More core, quads, and glutes
✔️ You can still lift HEAVY

Same strength benefits.
Way less risk.

If you love the straight bar, take it to the rack and do rack pulls instead — elevated, controlled, and smarter.

Train hard. Train long.
Not injured. 💪

📍 Machine Breakdown: Leg Extension

The leg extension isn’t just a finisher—it’s a tool for building strong, resilient quads when used correctly.

Coach Gary breaks down how to use the Seated Leg Extension Machine:
🦵 Seat + pad setup
🦵 Smooth reps through full range
🦵 How to keep tension where it belongs

🎯 Train your legs with purpose, not pain.

Save this before your next lower-body day. 💥