Alex

Hey! My name is Alex and I'm the founder and author of King of the Gym. I've been lifting weights seriously since 2005 in high school when I started a home gym in my parents' basement. I started writing about fitness in 2009. Then, in 2014, I got into writing home gym equipment reviews and I haven't looked back. My current home gym is in my own house and it's constantly growing and evolving. My goal is to help you build the home gym of your dreams! Read more about me here.

Chest Supported T-Bar Row Exercise Form Guide with Video & Pictures

April 10, 2018April 6, 2018 by Alex

Quick Navigation Chest Supported T-Bar Row Instructions with Pictures1. Starting Position2. Concentric Movement3. Midpoint4. Eccentric Movement5. RepeatCommon Chest Supported T-Bar Row Errors to AvoidChest Supported T-Bar Row TipsIs the Chest Supported T-Bar Row Right for You? Exercise NameChest Supported T-Bar RowAlso CalledLying T-Bar Row, Incline T-Bar Row, Chest Supported Row, CSR, Bench Supported RowPrimary MusclesLatsSecondary … Read more

Best Shoes for Deadlifting - Deadlift Shoe Reviews

The Best Shoes for Deadlifting: Pull More with the Right Footwear

June 19, 2024March 23, 2018 by Alex

Did you know that you can instantly increase your deadlift by wearing the right shoes? No, you won’t add 100 lbs. to your max or anything, but an extra 10-15 lbs. is definitely possible. Just as importantly, you’ll be safer and will be able to train your technique more effectively over time. In this article, I’ll discuss the specific benefits of good deadlifting shoes and discuss in detail the different features you may want to seek out when choosing the right pair for you. Then, I’ll review 12+ of the best shoes for deadlifting, giving the pros and cons of each.

Titan X-3 Monolift Review: Monolift Attachment for Power Rack

June 19, 2024February 14, 2018 by Alex

In this X-3 monolift review, I’ll discuss the how this monolift attachment works, its pros and cons, how it compares to full monolift racks as well as other monolift attachments. Read on to find out if the X-3 monolift attachment is a smart purchase for you.

Seated Cable Row Exercise Form Guide with Video & Pictures

February 2, 2018January 31, 2018 by Alex

Quick Navigation Instructions with Pictures1. Starting Position2. Concentric Movement3. Midpoint4. Eccentric Movement5. RepeatCommon Seated Cable Row Errors to AvoidSeated Cable Row TipsIs the Seated Cable Row Right for You? Exercise NameSeated Cable RowAlso CalledSeated Row, Cable Row, Horizontal RowPrimary MusclesLatsSecondary MusclesRhomboids, Rear Deltoids, Biceps, Middle Trapezius, Upper Trapezius, Erector SpinaeFunctionStrength, Hypertrophy, EnduranceMechanicsCompoundForcePullRequired EquipmentStack Loaded Cable … Read more

T-Bar Row Exercise Form Guide with Video & Pictures

March 18, 2022January 29, 2018 by Alex

Exercise Name T-Bar Row Also Called Grappler Row, V Bar Row, Corner Row, Landmine Row, Fixed End Barbell Row Primary Muscles Lats Secondary Muscles Rhomboids, Rear Deltoids, Biceps, Middle Trapezius, Upper Trapezius Function Strength, Hypertrophy Mechanics Compound Force Pull Required Equipment Barbell with V-Bar Handle Attachment, or T-Bar Row Machine Optional Equipment Landmine (used with barbell–this combo is second best to a t-bar … Read more

Best Liquid Chalk for Lifting: Get Better Grip with Less Mess

June 19, 2024January 18, 2018 by Alex

How many times have you been lifting and your grip starts to slips before your muscles fatigue? You don’t need to be an elite-level powerlifter to feel the frustration that comes from grip slip. The solution? Chalk. There are two basic types of chalk: powder chalk and liquid chalk. I’ll compare these different types of chalk below.

Barbell Z-Press Exercise Form Guide with Video & Pictures

December 25, 2018December 20, 2017 by Alex

Quick Navigation Instructions with Pictures1. Starting Position2. Concentric Movement3. Midpoint4. Eccentric Movement5. RepeatCommon Barbell Z-Press Errors to AvoidBarbell Z-Press TipsIs the Barbell Z-Press Right for You? Exercise NameBarbell Z-PressAlso CalledBig Z Press, Zydrunas Press, Savickas PressPrimary MusclesAnterior DeltoidSecondary MusclesLateral Deltoid, Posterior Deltoid, Abs, Rhomboids, Triceps, Serratus Anterior, Lower Traps, Middle TrapsFunctionStrengthMechanicsCompoundForcePushRequired EquipmentBarbell, Power rack (or … Read more

Romanian Deadlift Exercise Form Guide with Video & Pictures

December 25, 2018December 19, 2017 by Alex

Quick Navigation Instructions with Pictures1. Starting Position2. Eccentric Movement3. Midpoint4. Concentric Movement5. RepeatCommon Romanian Deadlift Errors to AvoidRomanian Deadlift TipsIs the Romanian Deadlift Right for You? Exercise NameRomanian DeadliftAlso CalledRDL, Top Down Deadlift, Dimel DeadliftPrimary MusclesGlutes, Hamstrings, QL, Erector Spinae, Upper Traps, Middle TrapsSecondary MusclesForearms, AbsFunctionStrengthMechanicsCompoundForcePullRequired EquipmentBarbellOptional EquipmentPower Rack, Lifting Straps, ChalkExperienceBeginner-Intermediate (requires mastery of … Read more

Titan X-3 Squat Stand and Squat Rack Review

Titan X-3 Squat Stand and Half Rack Review: Which Is Best for You?

June 19, 2024December 6, 2017 by Alex

In this Titan X-3 Squat Stand and Half Rack review, I’ll discuss the pros and cons of all of the different Titan Fitness squat stands and half racks.

Titan X-3 Power Rack Review: Is This the Best Home Gym Rack for You?

June 19, 2024December 1, 2017 by Alex

What’s the best power rack for you? Well, that depends on several factors which I’ll discuss later. But I can tell you that I’ve found the best power rack for me: It’s the Titan X-3 Flat Foot Power Rack. Well technically, I bought the short version of the X-3. But it is identical to the full height version of the X-3 in every way other than its height. In this article, I’ll give you a comprehensive Titan X-3 power rack review. I’ll tell you everything there is to know about this beast of rack: the features, the pros, the cons, why I chose it and more.