Category: Strength training

Professor Attila Personal Trainer and Gym Owner 1894

July 16, 2022

Personal Training and Gym Ownership Goes Way Back. Louis Attila Was Born In Germany In 1844. Attila Had A Long and Successful Career As a Trainer to Athletes and Weathly Clientele. He Was An Early Advocate of Strength Training For Women, And As A Means To Offset The Aging Process. Attila Opened a Gymnasium In New York City in 1893. He Lived To 79.

Louis Attila 1844 – 1928

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How To Do A Partner Workout For Cardio and Strength

July 9, 2022

No Equipment Partner Workout – Advanced Level

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Move Slowly Throughout All Exercises
  • Squat Jump: Perform 5-10 jumps in succession.
  • Pistol Squat: Perform 4 to 6 reps on right leg. Repeat on left leg. 2 sets.
  • Kneeling Push-Up to Rotation: Perform 8-10 reps on right side. Repeat on left side. 2 sets
  • Rotating Squat Jump: Perform 8-10 reps. 2 sets
  • Wall Sit: Lower down, hold, slowly come up. Perform 8-10 reps. 2 sets
  • Snowboarder: Perform 3 reps. 2 sets
  • Long Jump and High Jump: Perform 4 Jumps. 2 sets
  • Squat & Glute Lift: Lift off. Raise right leg once. Lower down. Repeat on left. 2 sets.
  • Handstand: Perform once.

CAUTION: The exercises in this video are on an advanced level. Avoid any exercise that is beyond your strength and understanding. Not recommended for beginners.

MODIFICATIONS: 1) Do 1 only one set. 2) Omit exercises that are beyond your strength. 3) Do fewer repetitions. 4) Perform modified push-ups. 5) Adjust the holding time for the Wall Sit according to strength.

EXERCISE SEQUENCE

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EXERCISE DOs and DONTs – As with all exercise programs, when using exercise videos that appear on this site, you need to use common sense. If your muscles are weak, either do the modifications, or don’t attempt this exercise if it’s too difficult for you. When starting an exercise program, be sure to discuss your plans with your healthcare provider

How To Do A Pike Push-Up

June 30, 2022

The Pike Push-Up Is A Bodyweight Strength Training Exercise That Works Core, Biceps and Shoulders

INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTRUCTIONS

  • Step onto mat. Place hands shoulder width, and feet hip width.
  • Lift tailbone and place your body in an inverted V pike position.
  • Knees straight but not locked.
  • Head positioned between arms.
  • Bend elbows and slowly lower until forehead touches mat.
  • Slowly push up to starting pike position.
  • Maintain spinal stability and control throughout exercise.
  • Keep your breath steady and avoid straining.

ERRORS: Lifting shoulders toward ears. Looking up. Straining.

MODIFICATIONS: If you begin to lose control of the exercise, move only part of the way down.

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How To Do A Bench Pike Push-Up

June 30, 2022
The Bench Pike Push-Up Is A Bodyweight Exercise That Strengthens Core, Arms, Shoulders
INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTRUCTIONS

  • Place hands shoulder width on floor and feet slightly apart on bench.
  • Position yourself into a pike (inverted V). Crown of head in line with tailbone.
  • Curl toes under.
  • Bend elbows outward and slowly lower while aiming forehead toward floor.
  • Stop when your forehead is an inch from the floor.
  • Slowly push-up to the start position.
  • Maintain shoulder and hip stabilization throughout.
  • Repeat movement for desired repetitions.

ERRORS: 1) Arching your back. 2) Shrugging shoulders. 3) Looking up. 4) Lifting palms off floor.

MODIFICATIONS: Lower only part of the way down.

EQUIPMENT: Weight Bench

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