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Hammer Strength Row I see guys stack weight on this machine, then do half reps. Take the weight as heavy as you can, keeping good for. Don't hug the bar in front of the seat. Kick your butt back so only your chest is touching the support. When you...

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Pec Dec Keep spine in natural position. Go for the big stretch if you want. I have a should injury so have to keep the tension on the pecs only. Sets are at 150lbs. Nice and smooth keeping stress off the shoulders. Stay Stronk!! #fitness #strength #weightloss #bear #training
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Pec Dec Keep spine in natural position. Go for the big stretch if you want. I have a should injury so have to keep the tension on the pecs only. Sets are at 150lbs. Nice and smooth keeping stress off the shoulders. Stay Stronk!! #fitness #strength #weightloss #bear #training

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The most underrated exercise on the planet is the Bar Hang. But 99% of people don't even do them. Here are 4 powerful reasons to do bar hangs every day: 1. They improve your posture Don't want to look like a croissant? Bar hangs help strengthen & mobilize your upper body. They also provide a constant stretch on the shoulders, back arms & lats. This helps reverse upper body posture defects that come from sitting for too long. 2. They improve your strength Your weight is supported first by the grip of your hand. A good grip improves your performance across all exercises like the pull-up, rows, deadlifts...pretty much any activity requiring a grip. 3. They build stronger shoulders Bar hangs can improve mobility, and strengthen the shoulders & lats while reducing shoulder pain. They stretch the brachial muscles while strengthening the supraspinatus tendon, which is responsible for shoulder strength & endurance. 4. They may help you live longer Grip strength can be a biomarker for your inner age & determines your mobility & strength as you get older. In some studies, decreased grip strength is associated with accelerated biological age. There are 2 ways to do bar hangs: The first is a passive hang (video) Take an overhand grip. Let shoulders & lats relax. Your body should sink with your shoulders touching your ears. Hang there with feet slightly forward, core braced & let your weight passively stretch your shoulders, lats, & back. The second is an active hang. Start in a passive hang. Retract your shoulder blades down and away from your ears. Stop retracting when your ears reach your elbows. Hold for as long as you can. This puts more emphasis on the muscles in your shoulders and back. If you're a beginner aim for 10 seconds to start. Work your way up to one minute and eventually 2 minutes at a time. As long as you're not sore you can do these daily. If you can't hang from a bar you can step on a box at first to help support your weight. Another way is to attach a resistance band to the bar putting while putting your feet on it. Bar hangs are one of the most underrated exercises on the planet especially if you work at a desk. Add these to your daily workouts and experience the benefits.
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The most underrated exercise on the planet is the Bar Hang. But 99% of people don't even do them. Here are 4 powerful reasons to do bar hangs every day: 1. They improve your posture Don't want to look like a croissant? Bar hangs help strengthen & mobilize your upper body. They also provide a constant stretch on the shoulders, back arms & lats. This helps reverse upper body posture defects that come from sitting for too long. 2. They improve your strength Your weight is supported first by the grip of your hand. A good grip improves your performance across all exercises like the pull-up, rows, deadlifts...pretty much any activity requiring a grip. 3. They build stronger shoulders Bar hangs can improve mobility, and strengthen the shoulders & lats while reducing shoulder pain. They stretch the brachial muscles while strengthening the supraspinatus tendon, which is responsible for shoulder strength & endurance. 4. They may help you live longer Grip strength can be a biomarker for your inner age & determines your mobility & strength as you get older. In some studies, decreased grip strength is associated with accelerated biological age. There are 2 ways to do bar hangs: The first is a passive hang (video) Take an overhand grip. Let shoulders & lats relax. Your body should sink with your shoulders touching your ears. Hang there with feet slightly forward, core braced & let your weight passively stretch your shoulders, lats, & back. The second is an active hang. Start in a passive hang. Retract your shoulder blades down and away from your ears. Stop retracting when your ears reach your elbows. Hold for as long as you can. This puts more emphasis on the muscles in your shoulders and back. If you're a beginner aim for 10 seconds to start. Work your way up to one minute and eventually 2 minutes at a time. As long as you're not sore you can do these daily. If you can't hang from a bar you can step on a box at first to help support your weight. Another way is to attach a resistance band to the bar putting while putting your feet on it. Bar hangs are one of the most underrated exercises on the planet especially if you work at a desk. Add these to your daily workouts and experience the benefits.

Dan Go

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Great stretch for people who sit at desks. It’s called a Cossack Squat. This works your adductor muscles, which are one of the largest muscles in your legs, but due to long periods of sitting, they can become tight and inflexible. The Cossack Squat restores and improves your lower body's range of motion while developing mobility in your hips, knees, hamstrings, and ankles. It also helps you build resilient joints and soft tissues, squat deeper, and stay protected while running and jumping. Here's how to do them: 1. Start in a wide stance using support if needed. 2. Shift your weight to the right leg & sit back as far as you can. 3. Keep the left leg extended as you rotate your toes up. 4. Keep your right heel on the floor and torso upright. 5. Pause, then push back to the wide-legged starting position. 6. Do the same on the next side. Do this for 6-12 reps each side. Your hips and groin will thank you 🙏🏼
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Great stretch for people who sit at desks. It’s called a Cossack Squat. This works your adductor muscles, which are one of the largest muscles in your legs, but due to long periods of sitting, they can become tight and inflexible. The Cossack Squat restores and improves your lower body's range of motion while developing mobility in your hips, knees, hamstrings, and ankles. It also helps you build resilient joints and soft tissues, squat deeper, and stay protected while running and jumping. Here's how to do them: 1. Start in a wide stance using support if needed. 2. Shift your weight to the right leg & sit back as far as you can. 3. Keep the left leg extended as you rotate your toes up. 4. Keep your right heel on the floor and torso upright. 5. Pause, then push back to the wide-legged starting position. 6. Do the same on the next side. Do this for 6-12 reps each side. Your hips and groin will thank you 🙏🏼

Dan Go

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Great stretch for people who sit at desks. It's called the Child's Pose Lat Stretch. This stretches the low back, hips, and lats which all become tight after long hours of sitting. How to do it: Start by sitting on your knees with your knees slightly apart so your stomach can fit in. Lean forward and stretch your arms in front of you. Walk your hands to one side to feel the stretch in the lats. Hold for a few seconds then do the other side. Do this for 4-6 reps on each side. Your body will thank you for it.
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Great stretch for people who sit at desks. It's called the Child's Pose Lat Stretch. This stretches the low back, hips, and lats which all become tight after long hours of sitting. How to do it: Start by sitting on your knees with your knees slightly apart so your stomach can fit in. Lean forward and stretch your arms in front of you. Walk your hands to one side to feel the stretch in the lats. Hold for a few seconds then do the other side. Do this for 4-6 reps on each side. Your body will thank you for it.

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All you have to do in the gym Is pick a weight you can do for a HARD 5, 6, 7ish reps with good-great technique Once you can do it for a HARD 8, 9, 10ish reps with the same good-great technique You increase the weight Doesn’t need to be any more complicated than this

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The strength of your grip is one of the clearest signs of how long, and how well, you'll live. In some studies, a better predictor than your blood pressure. This is a suitcase hold. Pick up anything heavy, hold it on one side, and stand dead straight. Don't lean, don't tip. It's testing two things at once. Your grip, and your core fighting to stop you folding toward the weight. That core strength is what saves your back when you carry things in real life. No machine, no setup. You can do it anywhere. So how long can you hold it?
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Class is in session, fellas. When doing adduction machine, you want the biggest stretch… and at that point, the weight still needs to be suspended (not resting on the stack). In order to do this, get in the machine, slide your ass up the back rest (stand up) and adjust to the widest position. Then sit down. Do your set. Stand back up and release. Seen too many dudes fuck this up.

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Chest Workout Routine To build a great chest, you need the right workout routine. This routine will help you effectively target your chest muscles and build strength and size. Warm-up (5-10 minutes) It is important to warm up before starting any workout. This prevents injury and prepares the muscles for the workout. * Light cardio (such as jumping jacks or skipping) * Dynamic stretching (such as arm circles, torso twists) Main Workout Perform the following exercises in 3-4 sets, with 8-12 repetitions in each set. Rest 60-90 seconds between each set. * Barbell Bench Press * This is one of the most effective exercises for the chest. It targets the upper, middle and lower chest muscles. * How to do: Lie on your back on a bench, feet firmly planted on the floor. Hold the barbell slightly wider than shoulder-width apart. Bring the barbell down to your chest and then push it up. * Incline Dumbbell Press * This exercise especially helps develop the upper chest muscles. * How to do: Sit on an inclined bench (about 30-45 degrees). Hold a dumbbell in each hand. Push the dumbbells up above your chest, then slowly bring them down. * Dumbbell Fly * This exercise helps stretch the chest muscles and give a deep cut. * How to do: Lie on the bench on your back, holding a dumbbell in each hand. With your arms slightly bent, stretch the dumbbells above your chest as if you were hugging someone. Slowly bring them back to the starting position. * Cable Crossover * This exercise focuses on the inner chest muscles and provides a better definition. * How to do: Stand in the middle of the cable machine. Hold a handle with each hand. Bring your arms to the front, as if you are bringing your hands together. * Push-ups * Push-ups are a great bodyweight exercise that strengthens the chest, shoulders and triceps. * How to do: Come down on your palms and toes, keeping the body straight. Lower your chest close to the ground and then push up. If normal push-ups are difficult, you can do them on your knees. Cool-down (5-10 minutes) Cooling down and stretching after a workout is important for muscle recovery. * Do static stretches of the chest, shoulders and triceps. Hold each stretch for 20-30 seconds. Important tips * Progressive overload: Slowly increase the weight or increase the number of repetitions over time so that your muscles are constantly challenged. * Correct Form: Always focus on maintaining correct form. Incorrect form can lead to injuries and muscles not being targeted properly. * Nutrition: Adequate protein and a balanced diet are important for muscle growth. * Rest: Getting enough sleep and giving your chest a rest before the next workout is essential for muscle recovery and growth. This routine can help you build a strong and well-developed chest. Remember, consistency is key to seeing results!

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The squat is the most important lift you can do in the weight room. Heavy squats just might change your life. Don't sleep on them.
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The squat is the most important lift you can do in the weight room. Heavy squats just might change your life. Don't sleep on them.

Daniel Polehn

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Most people think they have a strong back because they can move big weight on barbell rows. But in reality? They are just efficient at cheating. And the barbell row is arguably the easiest exercise to fake. You can add a little hip swing, use a bit of momentum, and suddenly you’re moving heavy weight. You feel strong, but your lats are barely working. That’s why I program technique refinement phases like this one to force a reality check. I’m not interested in just moving weight from A to B. I want maximum efficiency per rep. So, I swap the heavy loads for this variation: Iso-Hold Rows. The concept is simple: Pull and hold for 2-3 seconds. When you introduce that pause, momentum dies. You can’t bounce the weight. You have to physically own it at the hardest part of the movement. It’s the ultimate quality control for your back training. If you can’t hold the squeeze for 2 seconds, you aren’t controlling the weight. The momentum is. Control first. Load second.
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Most people think they have a strong back because they can move big weight on barbell rows. But in reality? They are just efficient at cheating. And the barbell row is arguably the easiest exercise to fake. You can add a little hip swing, use a bit of momentum, and suddenly you’re moving heavy weight. You feel strong, but your lats are barely working. That’s why I program technique refinement phases like this one to force a reality check. I’m not interested in just moving weight from A to B. I want maximum efficiency per rep. So, I swap the heavy loads for this variation: Iso-Hold Rows. The concept is simple: Pull and hold for 2-3 seconds. When you introduce that pause, momentum dies. You can’t bounce the weight. You have to physically own it at the hardest part of the movement. It’s the ultimate quality control for your back training. If you can’t hold the squeeze for 2 seconds, you aren’t controlling the weight. The momentum is. Control first. Load second.

Dr Neha Chawla || FreeGym

41,578 Aufrufe • vor 6 Monaten

Pushing Down the Mound Is Hurting Your Velocity The biggest mistake I see is guys trying to rotate by pushing. They try to push to create linear momentum down the mound. That’s the wrong way to go about it. When you push, it actually makes it harder to rotate. And rotation is where most of your velocity comes from. Hip to shoulder separation is responsible for a huge portion of pitching velocity. If you take away from that, you’re taking away from your velo. That’s why even from your knees, you can throw close to 80 percent of your top velocity. So the goal is to maximize rotation and create as much separation as possible. The pelvis fires toward the target while the rib cage, shoulders, and chest stay back. That stretch and torque is what propels your arm through.
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Pushing Down the Mound Is Hurting Your Velocity The biggest mistake I see is guys trying to rotate by pushing. They try to push to create linear momentum down the mound. That’s the wrong way to go about it. When you push, it actually makes it harder to rotate. And rotation is where most of your velocity comes from. Hip to shoulder separation is responsible for a huge portion of pitching velocity. If you take away from that, you’re taking away from your velo. That’s why even from your knees, you can throw close to 80 percent of your top velocity. So the goal is to maximize rotation and create as much separation as possible. The pelvis fires toward the target while the rib cage, shoulders, and chest stay back. That stretch and torque is what propels your arm through.

Josh Gessner

41,319 Aufrufe • vor 4 Monaten

This exercise should be mandatory for people who sit at desks. It's called the Band dislocate. When you sit at a desk for long periods of time your shoulders start rounding forward and your chest caves in. Band dislocates help mobilize your rotator cuffs while stretching out your chest muscles. How to do them: You can use a band, a towel or a broom handle. Resistance band is best. Hold the band in front of your waist. Rotate your arms up & over your head down to your low back. Reverse the process. That is one rep. Do this for 6 to 12 reps. Do this a few times a week and your shoulders and chest will thank you.
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This exercise should be mandatory for people who sit at desks. It's called the Band dislocate. When you sit at a desk for long periods of time your shoulders start rounding forward and your chest caves in. Band dislocates help mobilize your rotator cuffs while stretching out your chest muscles. How to do them: You can use a band, a towel or a broom handle. Resistance band is best. Hold the band in front of your waist. Rotate your arms up & over your head down to your low back. Reverse the process. That is one rep. Do this for 6 to 12 reps. Do this a few times a week and your shoulders and chest will thank you.

Dan Go

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JT | Jerry Teixeira

230,158 Aufrufe • vor 3 Jahren

Do one thing for me this year. Train explosively before you lose the ability to. Muscle power fades about twice as fast as your strength, and far faster than your size. So you can stay ‘strong’ on paper and still lose the one thing that actually saves you. Power. The ability to produce force fast. That's your fast-twitch fibres - the fibre that catches you mid-stumble instead of letting you hit the floor. Slow, grinding reps protect your size, not your power. You have to train the intent to move fast. That's what the Pendlay row teaches: dead stop, then explode. Strength keeps you capable. Power keeps you safe.
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Do one thing for me this year. Train explosively before you lose the ability to. Muscle power fades about twice as fast as your strength, and far faster than your size. So you can stay ‘strong’ on paper and still lose the one thing that actually saves you. Power. The ability to produce force fast. That's your fast-twitch fibres - the fibre that catches you mid-stumble instead of letting you hit the floor. Slow, grinding reps protect your size, not your power. You have to train the intent to move fast. That's what the Pendlay row teaches: dead stop, then explode. Strength keeps you capable. Power keeps you safe.

Dr Neha Chawla || FreeGym

17,171 Aufrufe • vor 1 Monat

Hello Big Stronk Nation!!! This is to announce the Dad Stronk Store is open. There is a live link in my Bio. Also, copy and paste link will be at the bottom of this announcement Right now there is one t-shirt design available. It is separated by size in the catalog. So be sure to click on your size. This was necessary because the size is marked on the front of the shirt. Shirts are available in various colors, so be sure to click through and check for whatever color you want. Sales from this store directly benefit the growth of the channel. Unlike other platforms, I directly control this format. You guys are the greatest and I thank you for all your support as this channel grows. It is a dream of mine to be able to do this full time and provide you all with the kind of content you enjoy!! Thank you again!! And Stay Stronk!! #merch #fitness #strength #thankyou
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Hello Big Stronk Nation!!! This is to announce the Dad Stronk Store is open. There is a live link in my Bio. Also, copy and paste link will be at the bottom of this announcement Right now there is one t-shirt design available. It is separated by size in the catalog. So be sure to click on your size. This was necessary because the size is marked on the front of the shirt. Shirts are available in various colors, so be sure to click through and check for whatever color you want. Sales from this store directly benefit the growth of the channel. Unlike other platforms, I directly control this format. You guys are the greatest and I thank you for all your support as this channel grows. It is a dream of mine to be able to do this full time and provide you all with the kind of content you enjoy!! Thank you again!! And Stay Stronk!! #merch #fitness #strength #thankyou

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Pec Fly/Pec Deck is one of the exercises i see most commonly done wrong in real life. Mainly from ego and wanting to lift the full stack. The following have helped me significantly: (if others have more tips/cues, please share) - Lower the weight - Recommend putting the handles very far back to make sure we can get a full stretch - keep your shoulders down and back the ENTIRE TIME. Think about holding an apple between your shoulder blades throughout ENTIRE REP (do not let shoulders round forward at front of rep) - Don't worry about your hands touching in the front, think about touching your biceps/elbows together - Keep arms pretty straight on concentric. Goal is to simply bring arms across the body, NOT act like you're hugging a tree - You can get a good stretch on these, so take advantage of it
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Pec Fly/Pec Deck is one of the exercises i see most commonly done wrong in real life. Mainly from ego and wanting to lift the full stack. The following have helped me significantly: (if others have more tips/cues, please share) - Lower the weight - Recommend putting the handles very far back to make sure we can get a full stretch - keep your shoulders down and back the ENTIRE TIME. Think about holding an apple between your shoulder blades throughout ENTIRE REP (do not let shoulders round forward at front of rep) - Don't worry about your hands touching in the front, think about touching your biceps/elbows together - Keep arms pretty straight on concentric. Goal is to simply bring arms across the body, NOT act like you're hugging a tree - You can get a good stretch on these, so take advantage of it

MM

560,888 Aufrufe • vor 8 Monaten

Quality over quantity. How WELL you perform every rep of an exercise is FAR more important than how MUCH you lift or how MANY reps you do. Take your time. Ramp force gradually, accelerate minimally, and move slowly and deliberately to keep the target muscles continuously loaded and minimize risk of injury. Focus on what you are doing to your muscles with the weight, not on what you are doing to the weight with your muscles. Learn more —>
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Quality over quantity. How WELL you perform every rep of an exercise is FAR more important than how MUCH you lift or how MANY reps you do. Take your time. Ramp force gradually, accelerate minimally, and move slowly and deliberately to keep the target muscles continuously loaded and minimize risk of injury. Focus on what you are doing to your muscles with the weight, not on what you are doing to the weight with your muscles. Learn more —>

Drew Baye High Intensity Training

71,029 Aufrufe • vor 15 Tagen

These quick workouts are for people who want to improve their postures. The exercises target the weakened foundations pulling your body out of alignment. The sessions are short yet effective. Use the workouts to raise yourself to the next level before the new year starts. Instructions: - Do the exercises as a circuit, or one at a time if you find the circuit format too challenging. - Repeat the circuit or each exercise 3 to 4 times. - The sessions are light enough that you can done daily. Follow the sequence from Day 1 to Day 7 in order. - Ideally done at the start of your day or at the end. Day 1: Kneeling T-Spine Stretch (0:06) [ 10 reps/side ] - Start: Kneeling, one hand on the floor. - Slide your straight arm under your torso. - Reach as far forward as possible. - Keep your hips squared throughout the motion. Kneeling T-Spine Rotation (0:12) [10 reps/side] - Start: Kneeling, one hand on the floor, the other behind your head. - Rotate inward to point your elbow toward the floor. - Rotate outward to point your elbow toward the ceiling. - You may not have the mobility to go all the way up. Stop when you reach your max, and do not force it. Supine Around The World (0:18) [10-20 reps/side] - Start: Lying on your back, arms by your sides, palms toward the ceiling. - Rotate your arms back to have your hands pointing behind you. Day 2 Side-Lying Quad Stretch (0:27) [30-60 seconds/leg] - Start: Lying on your side, legs stacked. - Grab your ankle and pull your foot toward you. - Use a towel or elastic band if you cannot reach your ankle. Hip Bridge, Feet on Bench (0:37) [10 reps with a 3s hold at the top of each rep] - Start: Lying on your back, feet on an elevated surface like a bench, couch, or chair. - Lift your hips off the floor to align your upper and lower bodies. - Adapt: If you cannot lift all the way, do the same exercise with your feet on the floor. - Adapt: If this variation is too easy, do one leg at a time. Dynamic Hip Extension Plank (0:49) [ 10-20 reps/leg] - Start: Push-up position. - Lift one leg as high as possible, keeping it straight. - Alternate legs. - Adapt: Rest on your forearms if you struggle to hold the push-up position. Day 3 Sky Reach (1:04) [10 reps/side] - Start: Deep Squat position - Rotate one arm to have your hand pointing toward the ceiling or as close as you can reach. - Do not force the range of motion if you block before that. - Alternate arms. - Adapt: Kneeling variation. Side-Lying External Rotation (1:21) [10 reps/arm] - Start: Lying on your side, one hand supports your head, and the other holds a dumbbell or any weighted object if you lack equipment. - Rotate the weight directly above your body while keeping your arm locked to your torso. Bent-Over Reverse Flys (1:28) [20 reps] Start: Bend forward, arms hanging down. Ensure your back is straight and your hips are held high. Lift your arms to shoulder level and keep them straight. Adapt: Add weights if bodyweight is too easy. Day 4 Deep Squat (1:36) [10 reps] - Start: Feet slightly wider than hips apart. Inhale first, then hold it in. - Lead the motion by sliding your knees forward and letting your hips naturally fold. - Go as low as your body allows, then push back up. - Exhale on the way up. - Adapt: Hold onto something stable to help you go lower. Hip Thrust (1:44) [10 reps with a 3s hold at the top of each rep] - Start: Both feet on the ground, shoulders on the edge of a bench or couch, hips down. - Lift your hips to align your lower and upper bodies, and hold. Side Bridge (1:57) [10 reps/side] - Start: Side Plank position, legs stacked. - Lift your hips off the floor and hold when you reach the top. - Ensure your head stays aligned with your shoulders and hips. Avoid bending it forward to make the motion easier. - Adapt: Bend the lower leg. Day 5 Wall Slides (2:23) [10 reps] - Start: Stand in front of a wall with your forearms and hands flat behind you. - Be as close as you can to the wall, but you can take a few steps forward if you lack the mobility to keep your arms flat. - Straighten your arms while keeping them flat against the wall. Y-Raises (2:29) [10 reps with a 3s hold at the top] - Start: Lying on your stomach, arms in a Y position, thumbs toward the ceiling. - Lift your thumbs toward the ceiling and hold. - Lower back to the floor. T-Raises (2:41) [10 reps with a 3-second hold at the top] - Start: Lying on your stomach, arms in a T position, thumbs toward the ceiling. - Lift your arms toward the ceiling and hold. - Lower back to the floor. Day 6 Seated Toe Pointing (2:56) [10 reps] - Start: Sitting on the floor with your legs ahead of you, feet together. - Point your toes forward. - Point them toward you. Seated Ankle Rotations (3:02) [10 reps] - Start: Sitting on the floor with your legs ahead of you, feet apart. - Rotate your feet like a windshield wiper, going as deep as possible on either side. Reverse Plank (3:09) [Hold for 30-60 seconds] - Start: Ball of the feet on a step, heels hanging. You may hold on to a ramp or wall for added support. - Lower your heels as low as possible and hold at the bottom. - Lift your heels as high as possible. Day 7 Unilateral Chest Stretch (3:21) [30-60 seconds/arm] - Start: Place your hand flat against the wall at shoulder level. - Rotate your body in the opposite direction and hold. - Placing your hand higher than shoulder level increases the stretch. Cat-Cow Stretch (3:31) [10 reps] - Start: Hands and knees on the floor. - Round your lower back like a cat (pulling it toward the ceiling) and hold. - Push it down as much as possible and hold. Wide Leg Adductor Stretch (3:38) [30-60 seconds] - Start: Sit on the floor with your legs as wide as possible, hands right in front of you. - Hold the position. // Start your New Year's resolutions with these quick posture workouts. You'll build up the foundations needed to withstand 2024 and crush your goals. Have an excellent weekend!
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These quick workouts are for people who want to improve their postures. The exercises target the weakened foundations pulling your body out of alignment. The sessions are short yet effective. Use the workouts to raise yourself to the next level before the new year starts. Instructions: - Do the exercises as a circuit, or one at a time if you find the circuit format too challenging. - Repeat the circuit or each exercise 3 to 4 times. - The sessions are light enough that you can done daily. Follow the sequence from Day 1 to Day 7 in order. - Ideally done at the start of your day or at the end. Day 1: Kneeling T-Spine Stretch (0:06) [ 10 reps/side ] - Start: Kneeling, one hand on the floor. - Slide your straight arm under your torso. - Reach as far forward as possible. - Keep your hips squared throughout the motion. Kneeling T-Spine Rotation (0:12) [10 reps/side] - Start: Kneeling, one hand on the floor, the other behind your head. - Rotate inward to point your elbow toward the floor. - Rotate outward to point your elbow toward the ceiling. - You may not have the mobility to go all the way up. Stop when you reach your max, and do not force it. Supine Around The World (0:18) [10-20 reps/side] - Start: Lying on your back, arms by your sides, palms toward the ceiling. - Rotate your arms back to have your hands pointing behind you. Day 2 Side-Lying Quad Stretch (0:27) [30-60 seconds/leg] - Start: Lying on your side, legs stacked. - Grab your ankle and pull your foot toward you. - Use a towel or elastic band if you cannot reach your ankle. Hip Bridge, Feet on Bench (0:37) [10 reps with a 3s hold at the top of each rep] - Start: Lying on your back, feet on an elevated surface like a bench, couch, or chair. - Lift your hips off the floor to align your upper and lower bodies. - Adapt: If you cannot lift all the way, do the same exercise with your feet on the floor. - Adapt: If this variation is too easy, do one leg at a time. Dynamic Hip Extension Plank (0:49) [ 10-20 reps/leg] - Start: Push-up position. - Lift one leg as high as possible, keeping it straight. - Alternate legs. - Adapt: Rest on your forearms if you struggle to hold the push-up position. Day 3 Sky Reach (1:04) [10 reps/side] - Start: Deep Squat position - Rotate one arm to have your hand pointing toward the ceiling or as close as you can reach. - Do not force the range of motion if you block before that. - Alternate arms. - Adapt: Kneeling variation. Side-Lying External Rotation (1:21) [10 reps/arm] - Start: Lying on your side, one hand supports your head, and the other holds a dumbbell or any weighted object if you lack equipment. - Rotate the weight directly above your body while keeping your arm locked to your torso. Bent-Over Reverse Flys (1:28) [20 reps] Start: Bend forward, arms hanging down. Ensure your back is straight and your hips are held high. Lift your arms to shoulder level and keep them straight. Adapt: Add weights if bodyweight is too easy. Day 4 Deep Squat (1:36) [10 reps] - Start: Feet slightly wider than hips apart. Inhale first, then hold it in. - Lead the motion by sliding your knees forward and letting your hips naturally fold. - Go as low as your body allows, then push back up. - Exhale on the way up. - Adapt: Hold onto something stable to help you go lower. Hip Thrust (1:44) [10 reps with a 3s hold at the top of each rep] - Start: Both feet on the ground, shoulders on the edge of a bench or couch, hips down. - Lift your hips to align your lower and upper bodies, and hold. Side Bridge (1:57) [10 reps/side] - Start: Side Plank position, legs stacked. - Lift your hips off the floor and hold when you reach the top. - Ensure your head stays aligned with your shoulders and hips. Avoid bending it forward to make the motion easier. - Adapt: Bend the lower leg. Day 5 Wall Slides (2:23) [10 reps] - Start: Stand in front of a wall with your forearms and hands flat behind you. - Be as close as you can to the wall, but you can take a few steps forward if you lack the mobility to keep your arms flat. - Straighten your arms while keeping them flat against the wall. Y-Raises (2:29) [10 reps with a 3s hold at the top] - Start: Lying on your stomach, arms in a Y position, thumbs toward the ceiling. - Lift your thumbs toward the ceiling and hold. - Lower back to the floor. T-Raises (2:41) [10 reps with a 3-second hold at the top] - Start: Lying on your stomach, arms in a T position, thumbs toward the ceiling. - Lift your arms toward the ceiling and hold. - Lower back to the floor. Day 6 Seated Toe Pointing (2:56) [10 reps] - Start: Sitting on the floor with your legs ahead of you, feet together. - Point your toes forward. - Point them toward you. Seated Ankle Rotations (3:02) [10 reps] - Start: Sitting on the floor with your legs ahead of you, feet apart. - Rotate your feet like a windshield wiper, going as deep as possible on either side. Reverse Plank (3:09) [Hold for 30-60 seconds] - Start: Ball of the feet on a step, heels hanging. You may hold on to a ramp or wall for added support. - Lower your heels as low as possible and hold at the bottom. - Lift your heels as high as possible. Day 7 Unilateral Chest Stretch (3:21) [30-60 seconds/arm] - Start: Place your hand flat against the wall at shoulder level. - Rotate your body in the opposite direction and hold. - Placing your hand higher than shoulder level increases the stretch. Cat-Cow Stretch (3:31) [10 reps] - Start: Hands and knees on the floor. - Round your lower back like a cat (pulling it toward the ceiling) and hold. - Push it down as much as possible and hold. Wide Leg Adductor Stretch (3:38) [30-60 seconds] - Start: Sit on the floor with your legs as wide as possible, hands right in front of you. - Hold the position. // Start your New Year's resolutions with these quick posture workouts. You'll build up the foundations needed to withstand 2024 and crush your goals. Have an excellent weekend!

Alex Bernier

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