Tricep Push Down (Keep your wrists square!)
In this video Mark goes through the finer points of a tricep push down. Other points to remember, don’t lean over the weight, stand erect using your abs to brace your body. DON’T ROUND YOUR SHOULDERS, keep the scapula retracted and depressed throughout the whole movement. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xzA68QGnIo8 PS. Hit the facebook “Like” Button
Arnold Press (Arnie Press)
The Arnold Press is one of my favorite exercises for the shoulders. I prefer to do them without back support. Stabilise your body and shoulders through the whole range of movement. Don’t cheat, control the movement up and down using a tempo of 30X0. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vcqvpRYUVyw Suggested Sets and Reps: 3 to 4 sets and anywhere […]
Prowler Runs
Mark and Chris doing Prowler Runs. Nothing fancy about a Prowler. Just load it up and push it! The Prowler is a great piece of equipment for conditioning and burning body fat. http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zIH6b_lQaVk PS. Subscribe to the Newsletter
Zottman Curls
Mark shows you how to perform a Zottman Curl. This is a great exercise for your biceps and forearms. Perform with a controlled tempo – suggested: 30X1 http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S1GySZJAVaE Suggested sets and reps: Anywhere from 6 to 12 reps and 3 to 4 sets (depending on the rest of the workout)
Chin Crusher?
Mark shows you how to perform a chin crusher. This movement is a slight variation of a skull crusher. Instead of bring the bar down to your skull, bring the bar down to your chin and extended up. This video best demonstrates: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=aVnepQUVuMc Suggested sets and reps for a Chin Crusher: 3 sets of anywhere […]
Stiff Legged Deadlift
The stiff legged deadlift is one of the best movements to work both the hamstrings and the lower back. However it is a shame that too few gym goers perform this movement correctly. From shifting the weight back on your heels to keeping your back arched, the technique is often glossed over. This 3 minute […]