There is only one body-weight exercise you can think of for hitting pecs—pushups—and those get old after a while. Why pushups? It’s both their simplicity (everyone knows them; they require zero equipment) and that they test strength and cardio capacity. Pushups are the ultimate adapter exercise. They can be done anywhere. They recruit more than half the muscles in the
The three-headed triceps brachii muscle plays a key role in sports and the movements of everyday life, working with the lats to bring the arm toward the body and playing a huge role in the extension of the elbow joint. Try launching a basketball, signing your name, or taking a swim stroke without the triceps. It can’t be done. Nor can you swing a bat,
When you started the journey into motherhood, you didn’t realize just how busy life was going to get. These days, carving out some “me time” is almost impossible, let alone making it to the gym. If you’ve ever wondered how you can get in better shape without spending too much time working out, we’ve got some solutions for you. We’ve all experienced
When it comes to marquee moves, none grant you bigger bragging rights than the pull-up. Many people, even strong athletes, think it’s impossible to master. When they finally get there, it's like earning a badge of honor. Yes, there’s the pride. But the exercise is also worth building up to for its physical benefits: It engages the core, quads, glutes, and
You either love them or you love to hate them (we're talking about burpees), and most people fall into that latter camp. But before you go writing off burpees altogether, try this workout and decide for yourself. The burpee is one of my favorite full-body movements there is when it comes to kinesthetic awareness, basic strength, and cardiovascular output. When
Sure, if you want to lose weight you need a diet that works for you (and, your lifestyle) and regular bouts of exercise. But that doesn't mean you need to be going all-out every single day with sweat-dripping cardio or heavy weight-lifting to see results. Research shows that yoga can help in a weight-loss routine because it can boost flexibility, increase mental focus, and yes, burn fat. If you're just
There are plenty of good reasons to complete your weekly allotment of chest exercises, only some of which relate to your aspirations of being a Multi-Plate Bench Press Guy: The chest is composed of some of the largest muscles in your body, and even when you're not in the gym, you use them all the time. Pushing open a door? Picking up
The best dumbbell shoulder workout includes more than just the typical overhead press—it also includes moves that work the sides and back of your shoulders, too. n order to keep your joints stable, you need strength in all of the muscles that surround them. That’s why it’s important to train both the front of your body (with “pushing” movements, like
Whether you’re just beginning your weight loss journey or you’re trying to drop those last five pounds, getting rid of excess body fat can be a challenge even if you don’t have added stress. Trainers know the key to sculpting a lean, chiseled physique: consistency. You need to push your limits a few times a week, every week, with workouts that
This effective chest builder can be done anywhere, any time – and it works your shoulders, triceps and abs too. And there are a number of great variations that mean you’ll never run out of simple moves that sculpt impressive pecs. The push-up is often overlooked and considered unworthy of inclusion in many men’s training programmes. That’s a big mistake.
