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Torso Rotation

May 6th, 2011

I. Torso Rotation: What is it?

The torso rotation is a general stretch type of exercise that aims to tighten one’s abdominal area. As a stretching exercise, it helps one to improve flexibility, that is, it increases joint range movement to help support muscles in bones. In addition, this physical activity targets abdominal muscle as it works it out using an exercise ball. With the contraction made in the abdominals help build more muscle mass and improve endurance.

II. How to do it

Below are the simple steps that need to be followed in doing the torso rotation:

Step 1: As a starting position, stand straight while holding the exercise ball with both hands. Extend both arms so as to put the ball in front. Continue reading “Torso Rotation” »

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Standing Lateral Stretch

May 5th, 2011

I. Standing Lateral Stretch: What is it?

The standing lateral stretch is a general type of stretching exercise that works mainly for the abdominal muscles. As such, it helps improve one’s flexibility. With this exercise, one may have an improved balance on muscles in the bones, thus, having a good posture.

Moreover, this exercise works mainly the abdominal muscles to build more muscle mass and improve endurance.

II. How to do it

Below are the simple steps to do in doing the standing lateral stretch:

Step 1: Stand up straight while keeping both feet apart. Keep the knees slightly bent.

Step 2: Place one hand on the hip to help support the spine.

Step 3: Raise the other arm vertically and place it on one side of the head. Keep the hands position and start by inclining the torso to the direction of the hand holding the hips. Continue reading “Standing Lateral Stretch” »

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Overhead Stretch

April 25th, 2011

I. Overhead Stretch: What is it?

The overhead stretch is a general stretching type of exercise that can be important to people of all ages. As a stretching exercise, it helps one increase the body’s range of motion. This means that it enables the joints and limbs to move more before any injury can happen.

In addition, this physical activity also works primarily for the abdominal muscles as it allows the abs to tighten thereby promoting more muscle mass and endurance. Having a compound mechanic type, this exercise works several muscle groups at the same time. In this case, it also works for the chest, laterals, forearms and the triceps. Continue reading “Overhead Stretch” »

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Lower Back Curl

April 20th, 2011

I. Lower Back Curl: What is it?

The lower back curl is a stretching type of exercise. As such, it helps improve one’s flexibility- the range of movement that can be achieved by the joints. In addition, this exercise worked mainly for the abdominal muscles using the body’s own weight as resistance. This means that it aims to tighten the abdominals so as to build muscles mass and improve endurance.

II. How to do it?

Below are the simple steps in doing the lower back curl stretching exercise:

Step 1: Lie with the stomach flat on the floor. Put both arms on both sides. This will then be the starting position of this routine.

Step 2: Start by trying to extend the spine by lifting the chest off the ground by using the lower back muscles. While doing this, keep the head up. Continue reading “Lower Back Curl” »

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