The Thinking Lifter Blog by Philip Stefanov

Are you ready to take your home gym from meh to hardcore? It might not look like it, but harnessing the awesome power of a squat rack could be what your workout space needs.

In this guide, we’ll explore everything you need to know before buying a squat rack, including features and benefits like improved tracking and safety and some top picks among the best models on the market today.

So if you're looking to execute heavy lifts with confidence and style (even if no one's watching), then let’s dive right in.

Rogue SML-2 Squat Stand Overview

Deciding how to approach your diet for optimal muscle growth can be a challenging and frustrating experience. Fortunately, there is a way to make it easier and less complex.

The best diet for lean muscle building includes enough protein but also provides carbs that support performance and fats, which are crucial for overall health, well-being, and hormone balance. You must also consume the right amount of calories, which will depend on your gender, activity level, and other factors.

Of course, there are several essential things you must consider for an effective lean muscle-building diet that helps you reach your goals without just gaining a bunch of fat. 

Landmine attachments are simple pieces of training equipment you can use to do various effective exercises, shake up your training, and provide a new stimulus to your muscles.

Despite their simplicity, these attachments allow you to do landmine rows, push-presses, single-leg deadlifts, landmine squats, twists, Meadow rows, and much more.

Read on to learn what the six best landmine attachment options are. We’ll go over two primary types:

• Landmine attachments - these you add to a squat rack or power rack
• Post landmines - these you anchor on weight plates that don’t require installation