Exercising each side of the body helps establish necessary nervous system adaptations, which lay the groundwork for future muscle growth and strength. Side note, athletes and patients who are unable to exercise due to injury, immobilization, or weight bearing status are encouraged to exercise their uninvolved limbs.
2023-08-03 05:24:46 +0000 UTC View Post
Performed without thought or tension as a kid, the handstand now takes a lot more practice. It’s a total-body workout that requires strength and complete body control. It’s a move that, we can all agree, looks wildly impressive on the beach and feels smugly satisfying in the gym. And it’s also one of the best moves you can do to keep your functional fitness thriving.
2023-08-02 07:10:58 +0000 UTC View Post
You didn't get out of shape overnight, and you're not going to instantly transform your body either. Expecting too much, too soon only leads to frustration. Try not to be discouraged by what you can't accomplish or how far you have to go to reach your fitness goals. Instead of obsessing over results, focus on consistency. While the improvements in mood and energy levels may happen quickly, the physical payoff will come in time.
2023-08-01 00:34:00 +0000 UTC View Post
The chest muscles are made up of the pectoralis major and, underneath that, the pectoralis minor. Together they are often referred to as the "pecs." The pectoralis major is the larger muscle and has two parts. An upper portion called the clavicular head and the lower portion called the sternal head.
2023-07-31 02:45:29 +0000 UTC View PostIt’s convenient, it’s time-efficient compared with going to a gym or fitness studio. No matter your fitness levels, workout history, or equipment set-up, these workouts can help you get to specific exercise goals like improving strength or boosting cardiovascular fitness and can boost overall health.
2023-07-30 04:06:18 +0000 UTC View PostLeg curl exercise is a type of isolation exercise to tone the hamstrings and the calf muscles. It is an effective lower body workout during strength training. It is otherwise called a hamstring curl and requires a leg curl machine to perform effectively. But if you are looking for a workout at home, consider performing the same exercise with dumbbells.
2023-07-29 03:36:09 +0000 UTC View PostWhether the leaves are changing in fall or the flowers are blooming in spring, getting outside for a hike can be a breath of fresh air, literally. It doesn’t have to be 6.3 mile hike in the hot sun, but be sure to get out there! In addition to being a good form of exercise, walking through nature comes with other health benefits like lowering your ( B) pressure, improving sleep, and reducing stress. So, lace up those hiking boots, grab a water bottle and some sunscreen, and get out to your nearest park to reap the rewards.
2023-07-28 00:43:59 +0000 UTC View PostTo reap all the push-up benefits possible, you’ll want to make sure you’re working at a pace that makes sense for your current strength levels.The goal here is to start where you’re comfortable and really nail the form before moving onto something harder. And it’s totally okay if you have to start with kneeling push-ups. We all have to start somewhere. Soon you will be doing elbow touch push-ups with me.😊
2023-07-27 02:14:00 +0000 UTC View PostAny type of physical activity causes an increase in your heart rate. At rest, your heart rate is typically the lowest. This is called your resting heart rate. When you begin to exercise, this number climbs in relation to the intensity of the activity until you reach the maximum level you can sustain, also known as your maximum heart rate. Somewhere between your resting heart rate and maximum heart rate is a range that’s ideal for aerobic exercise.
2023-07-26 00:51:01 +0000 UTC View PostA few benefits of working out the chest that you might not have known.As one of the largest muscles in your upper body, the pecs play a major role in maintaining good posture. In addition to your back and shoulder muscles, your pecs help to stabilize the shoulder joint. Yes In addition to improving your posture, strengthening and lengthening chest muscles helps to support deeper breathing. That’s because the pecs are attached to your ribs, which expand with every breath.
2023-07-25 06:59:29 +0000 UTC View PostThere’s a reason we call it ”cardio“: Aerobic exercise is good for your heart! When part of an overall heart and healthy lifestyle, not only can regular cardio exercise lead to a decrease in your resting (b) pressure and heart rate, but these basic changes can also mean your heart doesn’t have to work unnecessarily hard all of the time. Maintaining a good cardio routine also helps improve good cholesterol levels while lowering fats.
2023-07-24 04:50:20 +0000 UTC View PostWith so many ways to exercise nowadays, it’s important to get back to the basics every so often. Isolation exercises are some of the most basic and simple exercises because they selectively isolate one muscle group at a time, allowing you to put your complete focus, attention, and effort into them.
2023-07-23 04:29:49 +0000 UTC View Post
Wearing leg compression sleeves for calves do more than simply boost your circulation. The muscle vibrations created during your workout will cause your muscles to tire. Compression garments support your muscles and decrease the amount of muscular vibration. This reduces the muscle fatigue you may experience during exercise. Less muscle fatigue can mean improved athletic endurance.
2023-07-22 06:19:56 +0000 UTC View PostIf you are doing your exercises correctly, 8-15 repetitions are all that you need to target those muscles and get results. Here's an easy rule: Train the abs like you would any other muscle, which typically involves 1-3 sets of 8-20 repetitions per exercise.
2023-07-21 05:11:33 +0000 UTC View Post
You guys know I love the gym but did you know that compared to outside workouts, a study shows that exercising in natural environments was linked to greater feelings of revitalization, positive engagement, decreased tension, confusion, anger and depression” and more energy.
2023-07-20 06:41:03 +0000 UTC View Post
The chest machine is a top contender because of how effectively it targets your chest muscles! This machine simulates bench presses as accurately as possible, though instead of lying on your back, you’re typically sitting upright/at an incline.However, you still push the machine directly out in front of you, so it’s the same range of motion as the bench press.
2023-07-19 04:03:46 +0000 UTC View Post
The thigh a.k.a. The quadriceps femoris consists of four individual muscles. The three vastus muscles and the rectus femoris. It forms the main bulk of the anterior thigh, and is one of the most powerful muscles in the body. The four muscles collectively insert onto the patella via the quadriceps tendon. The patella, in turn, is attached to the tibial tuberosity by the patella ligament.
2023-07-18 06:16:25 +0000 UTC View PostI personally like the Russian twists because you don’t need any equipment. But I know a lot of people like Russian twists because they take advantage of your core's ability to rotate your torso, one of its four key functions. This movement targets your obliques, the long muscles that run along the sides of your torso and help to flex, laterally bend, and rotate the spine. If you want a strong, symmetrical core, your obliques need focused attention.
2023-07-17 03:01:20 +0000 UTC View PostTheres all types of different treadmill workouts, and they all target something different. This workout combines running and walking intervals and burns a ton of calories. Set the treadmill incline at 1% and start with a 3-minute warm-up of easy jogging or brisk walking. Then do the following intervals:
30-second medium-paced running/30-second walk
1-minute medium-paced running/1-minute walk
2-minute medium-paced running/1-minute walk
3-minute medium-paced running/1-minute walk
4-minute medium-paced running/1-minute walk
3-minute hard running/1-minute walk
2-minute hard running/1-minute walk
1-minute hard running/1-minute walk
30-second hard running/30-second walk
Finish with a 2-minute cool-down of easy jogging or brisk walking.
Total treadmill time: 30 minutes.
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Squats 101!
A squat is a strength exercise in which the trainee lowers their hips from a standing position and then stands back up. During the descent, the hip and knee joints flex while the ankle joint dorsiflexes; conversely the hip and knee joints extend and the ankle joint plantarflexes when standing up.
The Superman is a back workout that requires no equipment, and you can do it anywhere. This move may not look hard but remember that you don’t necessarily look like you’re working hard at the bottom of a pause squat. Don’t confuse subtlety for lack of impact. Supermans will have you training yourself not to hyperextend your low back while strengthening your upper back muscles through a range of motion you might be unfamiliar with.
2023-07-14 02:26:03 +0000 UTC View PostA jumping jack, also known as a star jump and called a side-straddle hop in the US military, is a physical jumping exercise performed by jumping to a position with the legs spread wide and the hands going overhead, sometimes in a clap, and then returning to a position with the feet together and the arms at the sides.
2023-07-13 05:15:52 +0000 UTC View Post
Planking provides many physical benefits. Strengthening the core is an important aspect of any workout regimen. A strong and solid core looks and feels good. But more importantly, it helps to stabilize, balance, and power the body during just about every other activity.
2023-07-12 01:35:26 +0000 UTC View Post
Last day of break before it’s back to the workout grind, and I’m not gonna lie I miss it.
Time to put some work in!!
What’s should I work on first? 💪🏾
If going on vacation and taking time off from your usual workouts fills you with panic, don't fear. A training break can actually boost your fitness progress. We don't get fitter, stronger, lose body fat, or build muscle while we train. All of those things happen in the time when we recover in between workouts, and most of those things actually happen when we sleep.
2023-07-10 01:25:31 +0000 UTC View PostTouching your toes is a classic demonstration of flexibility in the muscles from your lower back down to your calves. If you can’t touch your toes, performing a stretching routine that addresses each muscle area individually is the best way to improve your toe touch abilities. Working toward a full toe touch also gives you the benefits associated with good flexibility in general.
2023-07-09 00:17:29 +0000 UTC View Post
Hunching over laptops and smartphones for hours on end does your back no favors. In fact, it’s one of the biggest and most important muscle groups we’re guilty of ignoring in our workouts. And the issue isn’t just aesthetics though a toned back can help you look better in that suit. Back strengthening exercises are crucial to maintaining functional movement and preventing back injuries for all populations.
2023-07-06 06:17:51 +0000 UTC View Post
Doing a handstand against the wall is not a difficult move to do. It doesn’t require much strength, as when you do it right, you’re using your structure more than muscle. It takes some coordination and balance, though. So if you’ve never done it before that can be the hard part. But with a little practice, just about anyone will be able to achieve this.
2023-07-04 04:00:50 +0000 UTC View Post
Dirt, gravel, and grass are perhaps the most natural running surfaces. But that hardly means it’s without risk. Trail running requires constant, heightened attention. One misstep can result in a broken bone or a life-threatening fall. Every trail offers unique challenges, but most will provide their fair share of tree roots, divots, rocks, and ledges. The risk doesn’t come without reward though. Trail running has significantly less impact on your bones and joints than running on concrete or asphalt. The natural terrain is also a great asset to overall strength and agility
2023-07-03 02:20:56 +0000 UTC View Post
I have been a bit under the weather so I haven’t been going too hard at the gym. That’s not an excuse to not do anything. Stretching and some meditation is essential during these times. Stretching has been shown to increase serotonin levels. The hormone that helps stabilize our mood, reduce stress, and overall makes us feel good, which causes a decrease in depression and anxiety.
2023-07-01 04:33:40 +0000 UTC View Post