Pulldown – Stiff-Arm; Close-Grip
Exercise Category:
Weight
Main Muscle Group:
Back
Secondary Muscles:
Triceps and Lats
Starting Position:
Attach a straight bar to cable and adjust pulley to the high position. Stand in front of a high pulley and hold the bar with both hands in a medium-grip position, arms extended.
Motion:
Push the bar down until it is in … Continue Reading
Bent-Over Rear Deltoid Raise – (Dumbbells)
Exercise Category:
Weight
Main Muscle Group:
Shoulder
Secondary Muscles:
Rear Deltoids
Trapezius
Starting Position: Sit on the end of a bench or chair, lean forward and hold dumbbells in your hands right above the floor.
Motion: Raise both dumbbells to your sides until your arms are almost parallel to the floor and then … Continue Reading
By Mark Bloomfield
2013-04-13
Exercise Category:
Weight
Main Muscle Group:
Triceps
Secondary Muscles:
Inside Forearms
Starting Position:
Secure a handle on the cable and set the pulley to the high position. Hold the handle with your palm facing down and elbow bent at 90 degree angle.
Motion:
Push the handle down by extending your arm completely and then slowly return after … Continue Reading
By Mark Bloomfield, CPT
2013-04-11
Bicycle riding is a great workout and has the additional benefit of enjoying the outdoors. I really enjoy riding whether going for a long ride for exercise or just to get around town. Either way, it is good for calorie burning, fat burning, heart health, and overall … Continue Reading
By Mark Bloomfield, CPT
2013-04-11
Bike Riding Training
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Bike Riding Training
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Disclaimer: The information provided is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute the advice of your physician or other health care professional. Consult your physician or other health care professional before following … Continue Reading
By Mark Bloomfield, CPT
2013-04-10
Dumbbell Lateral Raises
Muscles Worked: Shoulders
Starting Position:
Stand straight with dumbbells at your sides and your palms facing your body. Place feet shoulder width apart.
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Action:
Tighten your core by contracting your abs, glutes, and legs to stabilize your body. Pull your shoulder blades down and towards the back and maintain … Continue Reading
By Mark Bloomfield, CPT
2013-04-09
Video Exercise Tip – Leg Press w/ Assisted Dip Machine
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Disclaimer: The information provided is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute the advice of your physician or other health care professional. Consult your physician or other health care professional before … Continue Reading
By Mark Bloomfield, CPT
2013-04-08
Resisted Pushup with Resistance Band
Muscles Worked
Primary: Entire Chest
Secondary: Arms, Abs, Back
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Starting Position:
Hold one end of a resistance band in each hand, with band under armpits, and stretch it across your upper back/shoulders.
Get into the pushup position while holding the bands and place feet together.
Action:
Tighten your abs and … Continue Reading
By Mark Bloomfield, CPT
2013-04-07
Standing Leg Abduction
Resistance Band
Muscles Worked: Outer Thigh
Starting Position:
Select desired resistance band and attach band to bottom of a door with a door anchor. Attach an ankle strap securely around your right ankle and secure band to the ankle strap. Stand upright with your left foot parallel to … Continue Reading
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Hip Extension (Standing)
Cable Machine or Resistance Band
Muscles Worked: Glutes, Hamstrings
Starting Position:
Select desired weight and adjust cable machine pulley, or resistance band, to the lowest position. Attach an ankle strap securely around your left ankle and secure cable/band to the ankle strap. Stand upright facing the weight stack with your feet … Continue Reading
by Mark Bloomfield, CPT
Originally Published 7/16/2012
It is all about the breathing! That is right; it is the way you breathe that will determine how well you cardio exercises. I know for me it was a struggle in the beginning to maintain any normal breathing pattern. After hearing many opinions and … Continue Reading
By Mark Bloomfield, CPT
Summertime is a rolling your way! Are you ready for that trip to the beach or your neighbor’s pool? There is no more time to waste and we are giving you some quick tips to help you get ready!
Stay hydrated – Begin the day with a minimum … Continue Reading
