Complexes are an effective way to train, since they boast all the benefits of traditional strength training with the added perks of cardiovascular conditioning and fat loss. Because you flow the movements by using the same weight throughout each one, complexes boost muscular endurance, which means you’re training muscles to repeatedly exert force against resistance. Complexes are great for everyone
There are three gluteal muscles – the maximus, medius and minimus . They’re important in hip flexibility and movement, as well as looking fabulous. You should feel the burn in your glutes and your hamstrings if you’re doing it correctly. The bridge is also great for improving hip mobility and strengthening your lower back. Spending all day sitting behind a
Could this be the recipe for deflating the muffin top? It's important to note that the exercises you choose and the effort you put into them really matter. Instead of treadmill-trotting and sit-ups, I recommend high-intensity workouts. If winter weather has turned your six-pack into a muffin top, now's the time to start shedding that bulge for spring. This workout
Looking to get fit fast? This 15-minute workout is the ultimate upper body session plan – it’s time to stop Googling what happens and start doing it. Feeling nervous? That's normal. The hardest part is often ignoring negative self-talk that HIIT is only for the fit. It’s not! Here’s proof that while every woman is starting from her own unique
Your knees are problematic, you haven’t been doing that move. A majority of the chronic knee pains experienced are caused by imbalances or poor flexibility in the muscles around their knees, like the quadriceps, hamstrings, and calves—they're not caused by injuries that damage the structure of their joints. Looking to gain muscle and a toned body? That's why it's so
Lower Back Pain (LBP) affects most people at some point in their lives. In a majority of cases, LBP can be significantly reduced or completely relieved with Pilates. The combination of deep abdominal strengthening, postural awareness, and release and stretching exercises makes Pilates extremely effective in the prevention and treatment. The Neutral Spine position taught in Pilates is used as
Many people who’ve decided to lose weight find themselves stuck with a tricky question — should they do cardio or lift weights? They’re the two most popular types of workouts, but it can be hard to know which is a better use of your time. Both cardio and weights can help you become healthier and more fit. A cardio workout burns
It turns out, however, that endless hours spent slouched over a stationary bike or leaning over the stepper are not only terribly boring but also not the best way to lean out, tone up, and look sexy. Steady-state exercise, such as 45 minutes on the elliptical trainer, does not torch as many calories as would a session of similar length
Every day for two weeks, you'll do either a forearm plank or a glute bridge hold for a set amount of time. You switch moves from day to day, adding 5 seconds to your total hold time every other day. You start the challenge with 30-second holds, and by the end of the two weeks you should be able to
By activating your glutes, you reduce your risk of injury and can even alleviate the back pain you may be suffering from because of sitting hunched over all day. You can also improve your speed, lift more and have strong, shapely legs all by doing those silly-looking moves. Glute activation exercises should be included in your warm-up to get your
