Dec
14
2010

Core Superset

In this short clip you will see Ed perform a superset of 2 excellent core exercises.
Now “core” usually makes people think of abs.
But that is only partially correct.
Core really refers to the trunk (scapula through the hips).

I refer to the first exercise as knee tucks in an elevated foot position (or wheel barrel if done with a partner). This is a tough move, with Ed in an isometric pushup position, performing a knee tuck into mule kick.
The second exercise is an isometric dip position, while performing knee ups. This move…


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Nov
17
2010

Sand bag & Resistance Band Superset

In this short clip, you will see Peter performing a superset of a Get Up with a 35 lb. sand bag & a resistance band deadlift.
The Get up is a full body exercise, and the deadlift works a great deal of muscle as well (traps, forearms, core, glutes, quads, hamstrings).

The Get Up is usually performed with a dumbbell or kettlebell extended with one arm towards the ceiling.
But for people with shoulder issues, like me, this alternative style works.
The band deadlift is a form of accomodating resistance.
That means the band becomes…


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Nov
03
2010

Resistance Band Training

In this clip you will see Mike performing a challenging 10 exercise circuit with a resistance band.

The benefits of resistance band training are;
ground force development (you can’t run faster, or jump higher without it), strength, power, muscular endurance, and aerobic/ anaerobic conditioning.
Sounds pretty effective right?

The circuit you will see consists of; jog outs, backward jog outs, crossover steps, squat/rows, bear crawls, broad jumps, chest presses, plyo lunges, lateral hops & frog jumps.
Bands can also be attached to your body, or a barbell to create greater load (these concepts are not in…


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