Posts Tagged ‘training advice’


Superman Exercise to Strengthen the Lower Back

The superman exercise is a good daily routine to strengthen our lower back. Many people concentrate on strengthening abdominal muscles, but fail to spend any time strengthening the lower back. Focusing on both is necessary for a strong core. In this video, Certified Personal Trainer Michelle Trapp demonstrates the proper technique and reps for the [...]

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Squats for toning and strength

Image by amber in norfolk via Flickr Squats are another great cardio workout for busy women, especially when combined with the other recommended exercises in our 15 minute workout. Squats are one of the best exercises for your butt, thighs, and hips – in addition to toning benefits, squats are a great strength builder that [...]

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Lunges For Toning Your Backside

Image by MyGymworkout.co.uk via Flickr Lunges are a great bodyweight exercise to help firm the butt and thighs. Like squats, lunges are compound exercises working multiple muscle groups. It’s good to start your lunge routine without weights until your balance and form is established. Work lunges into your routine 1 or 2 times per week, [...]

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Double Crunch Ab Exercise

Double crunches are part of our recommended workout routines to isolate and work the abs. If performed properly, this exercise works both the upper and lower abs, far more effective than standard crunches, since the entire body is in motion. Here’s a good demonstration video for this simple exercise. Please remember to keep your back [...]

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Mountain Climber Exercise

Our recommended fat-burning workout includes performing each exercise for 20 seconds, then resting 10 seconds. The mountain climber is a great cardio and leg strength exercise, but also works your arms and core to a lesser extent. Here are the instructions for this exercise: 1. Get into a push-up position on the floor with your [...]

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The Fast Way To Get Rid Of Jiggly Arms

One of the easiest ways to target those troublesome back of the arms (triceps) is to do simple bodyweight dips. Don’t overthink things. Find something that will support your weight – like sturdy chairs. The deeper you go down, the harder it is. It may look simple, but it really works! Beginners try 2 sets [...]

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