Walking Dumbbell Swing
The Walking Dumbbell Swing is a more complex version of the Dumbbell Swing. The Walking Dumbbell Swing is great for building power and endurance in your hips and posterior chain. It also helps improve coordination and build athleticism.
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Ball PowerBlock Shoulder Press
The PowerBlock shoulder press performed while seated on the ball is a great exercise for building shoulder strength while at the same time working the core muscles. As you press the weight overhead you activate more of the core in order to stabilize your spine. This is a good way to add variety to your training plan. You can add this exercise to your workout plan if you are bored with your current routine.
Wide-Stance Barbell Parallel Squat
The wide stance barbell parallel (full) squat develops power and strength in the legs and glutes. The full range of motion emphasizes the glutes. The wide stance targets the inner thigh muscles. Warm-up thoroughly before performing full squats.
Wide-Stance Dumbbell Squat
The wide stance dumbbell squat strengthens and defines the legs and inner thighs. The dumbbells reduce loading on the spine and therefore make a good alternative to back squats. Dumbbell squats can be performed at home or in the gym. Include this exercise on your lower-body workout day.
Zigzag Run
The zigzag run is an agility drill. This exercise can be used as a dynamic warm-up or for conditioning purposes. The zigzag run develops hip flexibility, body balance, and increase body awareness. Keep the rest periods brief to burn maximum calories per session.
Seated Abdominal Bracing
The seated abdominal bracing exercise can be done anywhere you can sit down. It is a very simple isometric exercise to strengthen your abs. When performing the seated abdominal bracing be sure that you are sitting up straight. This is a good exercise for beginners and people who don’t have a lot of time to exercise, the seated abdominal bracing can be done on the ride home from the gym.
Seated Back Stretch
The seated back stretch is essential for every office worker. All you need is a chair so there is no reason not to perform it. The seated back stretch will help relieve tension in your low back and help you feel better. While this is a gentle stretch it is still best to warm up before stretching.
Side Bend
The side bend stretches the spinal lateral flexors, obliques and ipsilateral trunk extensors. The side bend can be performed at work or at the end of a workout. Stretch both sides of the body for maximum benefit. Reach the arm overhead to increase the effectiveness of the side bend.
Side Rock
The side rock performed while seated stretches the torso. The side rock requires core, trunk, and hip activation. Positioning the hands above the head stretch the lats.