Most workouts tend to focus on the big wins: the major muscle groups like the glutes, quads, hamstrings, chest and back involved in moves like squats, lunges, push-ups and pull-ups.

As a consequence, smaller muscle groups—often referred to as accessories—can be overlooked or under-trained, resulting in weak links that hamper your progress.

The most common example of this is forearm and arm strength. If your grip is sub-par, you're unlikely to be able to perform a deadlift that's a true reflection of your absolute strength. You may like

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