Your back muscles consist of an intricate design of interweaving muscle fibers. While each muscle group has a specific job, they all work collectively to support core movement, protect the spinal column and prevent injury to this vital area of the body. A variety of exercises exist to challenge specific muscle groups, but very few of these exercises challenge and
Muscles Targeted: The reverse grip pulldown exercise targets the back muscles which include the latissimus dorsi (broadest muscle of the back) or more commonly known as the “lats”. The exercise specifically targets this muscle group as it internally rotates the arms together with the scapula. To help improve the execution of reverse grip pulldowns, the body also requires the help
Exercise Instructions 1. Stand in front of a lat pull down apparatus and grasp the bar using an overhand grip at least one foot wider than your shoulders on each side. 2. Sit down with your feet firmly planted on the floor with your body straight and thighs secured underneath the thigh pads. 3. Slightly arched your torso. Keep your
Exercise Instructions 1. With your feet about shoulder length apart, pick up a pair of dumbbells. The dumbbells should be at your sides with your arms fully extended downwards. 2. Keep your knees slightly bent and buttocks out. Slowly bend at the waist while lowering the dumbbells past your knees. You should feel a slight stretch in your hamstrings and
Exercise Instructions 1. Lie back on the bench with your feet firmly planted on the floor and back pressed firmly against the padding. 2. Take a tight grip of the barbell (overhand) with your thumbs roughly 3 feet (90cm) apart. Make sure that your grip is balanced between both sides of your body. Once your grip is set, press your
Exercise Instructions 1. While seated on the edge of a flat bench, grasp two dumbbells in an overhand grip. 2. Rest the dumbbells in an upright position on the edge of your knees. Carefully lie on the flat bench bringing the dumbbells to the sides of your torso at chest level. Make sure to bring the dumbbells up simultaneously. Feet
Exercise Instructions 1. While seated on the edge of a flat bench, grasp two dumbbells in an overhand grip. 2. Rest the dumbbells in an upright position on the edge of your knees. 3. Carefully lie on the flat bench, bringing the dumbbells to the sides of your torso at chest level. Make sure to bring the dumbbells up simultaneously.
The renegade row is a compound, high performance exercise that attacks a weak core, improves performance, and stimulates muscle growth. It also helps you prevent injury and build a rock-solid physique from head to toe. Renegade rows train anti-extension. When you hold proper position without arching your back, you'll hammer your anterior core to build strength and endurance. Strength combined with
Assume a pushup position, but place your hands on the floor so that they’re directly under your shoulders. Placing your hands closer together works your triceps harder. Your body should form a straight line from your head to your ankles. Brace your abdominals and squeeze your glutes. Maintain these contractions for the duration of the exercise. Lower your body until
Mountain climbers are calisthenic exercises that challenge your balance, agility, proprioception and coordination. They benefit muscular and cardiovascular fitness by increasing strength, flexibility and blood circulation. This exercise requires you to engage your upper arms muscles, as well as your core and your legs. Practice the proper alignment of mountain climbers to get the most out of your workout. Anatomy
