Lifting Posture-Neutral Spine
As a personal trainer with over 34 years of experience, the one thing I see in the gym, that very few people have, is good posture while lifting weights. Before even learning proper lifting technique, it is important that the body be in the right position, first. For...The 3 Seasons of Bodybuilding
Post-competition: The 3rd Season: Building Your Body Year ‘Round By Sandra Blackie, B.A., N.A.S.N., A.F.A.A., I.F.B.B. Pro Bodybuilder, 3 x Ms. Olympia Contender As a retired, I.F.B.B. Professional Bodybuilder, certified Sports Nutritionist, and Personal Trainer for...One-Legged Leg Press
The Inclined Plate Loaded Leg Press is primarily a quadriceps exercise, as the knee is the only joint that goes through a full range of motion, assuming the feet are in the right place on the platform and the knee bend to 90 degrees. The hip joint is involved,...Exercise Series: Hip Extension with Barbell or (Deadlift)
In order to create an exercise, we need to know a) what joint(s) are in motion, b) what muscles are attached to those joint(s) and c) where the load is coming from (direction). To begin the exercise, the spine should be in a neutral position: Chest up and open,...
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