For example, start by doing push-ups standing against a wall, then progress down to the floor as you adapt. “The magic ingredient in a push-up is the negative push-up, when you can lower yourself slowly,” says Erik. “Always try to go down to the mat with as much control as ...
Pike push-ups work the same muscles as handstand push-ups but put a lot less weight on your arms. If you aren’t strong enough to do handstand push-ups yet, this exercise is the next best thing. Build your pressing strength with pike push-ups, and you’ll soon be able to do the ...
Step-ups use your lower body in a different way than squats, so if you can't do squats without pain, you may be able do step-ups as a squat alternative. Start with a box where your thigh is no higher than parallel with the ground. Step-Up 00:0000:00 Activity Body-Weight Workout...
It’s a highly effective exercise that moves your lats through a fuller range of motion than other back exercises. We’re going to dive into all the benefits of the lat pullover, how to perform it correctly and what variations are available to you so that you’re equipped with all the ...
Bar muscle ups(BMU) are a great way to develop and display upper body strength, power, and coordination. Popular inCrossFit, and a variation of a staple move in gymnastics, the BMU combines and overhand pull-up with a straight bar dip. These two moves flow seamlessly together so that you...
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The primary muscles worked in step-ups are the gluteus maximus and the quadriceps. The gluteus maximus originates on your pelvis and sacrum. The muscle inserts into the back of the thigh bone as well into a band of tough connective tissue running down the outside of the leg, known as the...
Pull-ups for total back workout? Reply Greg Brookes 12 March 2018 Sure Richard, take a look at this article on kettlebell training for runners. Reply Kamen Kirilov 5 January 2018 Hi Greg, I was taught that shoulders should not go in front of the knees. However your shoulders go quite a...
Here's everything you need to know about what step-ups are good for, how to do them properly and variations to add to your routine. How to Do the Step-Up Exercise With Proper Form Body PartLegs, Butt and Abs Stand holding dumbbells at your sides, palms facing in. Place your left fo...