Exercise Technique Questions & Answers Home -> Advanced Training -> Exercise Technique Questions & Answers Welcome to Advanced Questions & Answers where you will find out what everybody else wanted to know. This Index is divided into six main categories. In each category you will find the questions people have asked and the answers they have received. Click here for introductory questions. Cardiovascular Training Fat Loss Exercise Technique Nutrition and Supplements Programs Miscellaneous Muscle Building   1. What are the best crunches for the lower abs? What are the best crunches for the upper abs? Click Here 2. Could you tell me the best way to improve the trap muscles? I have full access to a gym. Click Here 3. I have a very small butt size and I want to know if there are any exercises I can use to make it bigger. Click Here 4. What is a French Curl and how do you do it? Click Here 5. What are some lifts to build the part of the tricep down by the elbow (my triceps are really weak in that area)? Also, what are some exercises that build the outer part of the tricep? Click Here 6. I have a question about maxing out. I've heard that it's good and I've also heard that it's bad. If it's good, should I do that with all of my exercises like in arm curls, etc.? When should I do my maxing out and how often? Click Here 7. Are upright rows a good exercise for building my deltoids and trapezius muscles? Also, I have read that upright rows will damage my rotator cuffs and put undue stress on my shoulder joints. Is this true or are upright rows a safe exercise to put in my shoulder workout? Do you think upright rows will hurt my shoulders? Click Here Note: this information does not constitute medical advice and should not be taken as such. Consult your physician before starting an exercise program.