Usually to get better at squats and deadlifts you need to practice heavier squats and deadlifts. But that's a bit one-dimensional. There's plenty to be gained from methodical accessory and warmup work ...

Place a barbell or dumbbell over your hips and hold ... That’s 1 rep. Focus on the hip hinge and keep the dumbbells close to your legs throughout the movement for maximum tension in the ...

That being said, if not performed with good form, rows can put stress on your lower back, especially the bent-over barbell row which requires an extra level of stability and a good hip hinge.

This week: kneeling hip hinges. Hip hinges are a movement used in a number of key compound exercises, such as kettlebell swings, squats, deadlifts and barbell rows. However, hip mobility is ...

Load up a barbell with plates, then approach it as you would a deadlift: stand with your feet about hip-width apart, then push your butt back and hinge at the hips to bend over and grasp the bar.