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Here’s what we have to kickstart the week:

• Dana Linn Bailey trains like internet sensation Sam Sulek for back day

• Nine common deadlift mistakes to avoid to remain injury-free and build strength

• The best carbs to eat for bodybuilding success

WORKOUT

Back-to-Back Exercises

Sam Sulek is a growing force in the world of fitness influencers, with his workout videos routinely attracting hundreds of thousands of views on YouTube. He’s so popular, in fact, that 2013 Women's Physique Olympia champion Dana Linn Bailey recently took to YouTube to try one of his workouts for herself.

In the Sulek-inspired back routine below, Bailey utilizes machine supersets to add volume to her workout in less time and fully exhaust her lats and biceps. Watch how she incorporates this training style, then implement it into your own training regimen for more back growth. 

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TRAINING

Feel Alive With Deadlifts

The deadlift is the pinnacle of functional movements, offering unparalleled strength benefits. That’s why it’s so important to really nail the fundamentals in order to reap all the positives this move has to offer. After all, a single misstep on the deadlift platform could result in an injury if you aren’t careful. 

In this comprehensive guide, we highlight nine common mistakes that can occur while deadlifting, along with detailed instructions on getting the proper stance, hip placement, grip, and setup.

By following the article below, you can lift confidently and steadily increase the weight on the bar, effectively targeting and strengthening your posterior chain muscles.

NUTRITION

10 Carbs for Fuel 

Carbohydrates are the macro responsible for providing the energy necessary for your workouts, fueling your muscles for every repetition by supplying your body with glycogen. But which carbs reign supreme in terms of performance?

For that answer, we’ve put together a list of diverse, all-natural sources of carbohydrates that will help you reach your fitness goals. Delve into the realm of healthy carbs and discover the perfect picks for your muscles before, during, and after workouts.

THE DROP SET

Confident Calisthenics

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