Iron Soul Gym

Rows are one of the best exercises you can do! But they’re also easy to turn into a whole-body movement.

That’s where the seal row bench comes in.

By supporting your chest, it lets you focus on your upper back instead of using momentum or worrying about holding your body in position.

Use it to build your lats, upper back, rear shoulders, and add in the pulling strength you need for carrying, climbing, and just moving through life!

You won’t find a sea of machines at Iron Soul, but you WILL find the equipment you need to train every major movement pattern. In lots of ways.

So... have you actually used this bench, or has it mostly been a table for your water bottle and stuff?

What piece of equipment should we cover next? Let us know in the comments!

There are exercises you like... and then there are Bulgarian split squats.

Love them or hate them, they’re a really effective way to build single-leg strength. Also called rear-foot-elevated split squats.

And this adjustable stand makes them just a little easier to set up. You can adjust the pad to the right height and focus on the movement instead of trying to make a bench work.

PLUS - a small adjustment in your body position can change what you’re working.

💥 Stay more upright and you’ll get more quads.
💥 Lean forward a bit and you’ll get more glutes.

Same exercise. Same tool. Different focus.

That’s why we like having specialty equipment around the gym. Sometimes the right tool gives you more options without changing the exercise itself.

We have two of these stands, one on each side of the gym. Feel free to move one wherever you need it on each side - just put it back when you’re done.

Team split squats or team absolutely not? Let us know in the comments.

Upcoming strength events in New Mexico.

Final registration dates and price changes are coming soon for a lot of these - so be sure to get signed up if you’re interested.

And here at Iron Soul, we can help you get ready for all of these events and even be there with you if you compete - just ask. Whether it’s your first meet or your 10th, we’re here to celebrate your wins.

Comment and let us know if you’re competing in any of these events.
Powerlifting America New Mexico
Iron Lions Production
USA Powerlifting New Mexico
USPA New Mexico
United States Strongman

“What is that even for?”

You’ve probably thought that about a piece of equipment in our gym.

So we’re starting a new series to explain why we have the things we have and how to use them.

The hip adductor and abductor machine can train both the inner and outer hip muscles. And they help stabilize your pelvis and control movement while squatting down and picking things up.

This is a way to train those muscles directly, and we like that!

You don’t need to know how to use every piece of equipment when you walk in to Iron Soul. Part of getting stronger is learning, trying new things, and finding what works for you!

So come on in and explore! And if you have something else you want us to explain - let us know in the comments and we’ll add it to the list.

Starting strength training can feel like a lot.

Do you need a coach? A class? A fancy program? Will you even know what to do when you walk into the gym?

At Iron Soul, we try to un-complicate things.

Whether you want to train on your own, work with one of our experienced coaches, or join a supportive small-group environment through .abq, there’s a path that fits you.

What you’ll find here:
• 24-hour open gym access
• Expert coaches for hire
• 13,000 square feet of high-quality equipment
• The Barbell Club for guided small-group strength training

You don’t have to have it all figured out before you start.

You just have to start.

Find your strength here.

COACHES:


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We are excited to offer food from in our communal refrigerator in the gym. Makes for an easy morning or night after finishing your workout.

Please scan the QR code and pay before removing the food and if you have any issues, let us know. Prices are listed on the sign. We hope you enjoy!

Our Summer Lifting Pass has already kicked off but we are also offering a Summer Seminar on May 23rd from 9a–12p at Iron Soul Gym, presented by .powerlifting.

We’ll cover hands-on coaching and lifting with expert trainers, summer programming discussion, and all the info you need to start powerlifting or just getting strong in general.

This seminar is open to ANYONE and you do not need to be a student or a gym member to attend.

$15 members / $30 non-members - just show up.

You can still join the Summer program at this event and get weekly coaching on the program if you want it. Link in bio!

**Please note: if you are a minor and not an Iron Soul Gym member, a parent must be present to sign your waiver.