Back Squat and Saxon Side Bends

SWOD 5 x 5 Back Squat All the power of the lower body is transferred through your core to the barbell. If this core isn’t tight the power will “get lost” so to speak and never travel to the bar. While I don’t agree with the use of a belt for the majority of training, I do believe in the use of belts to teach a person how to use the abdominals while squatting. The belt is a training aid in competition, so you must learn how to use it to its fullest advantage. WOD 1min Each Station A. Deck Squats B. Triplicates C. Lantern Hold (20/10) D. Saxon Side Bend (25/15) 3 Rounds   Arthur Saxon was a old time German strongman and circus performer. Some of his lifting records still stand today. Sometimes a return to old-school methods will reap valuable rewards. To perform this advanced variation of a side bend, pick up two dumbbells and raise them overhead. You’ll want to go very light on this exercise. Push your ego to the side because these are a killer]]>