How To Do Step-Up-To-Balance Bicep Curl To Overhead Press

Step-Up-To-Balance Strengthens Core, Thighs, Biceps and Shoulders
INSTRUCTIONS

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INSTRUCTIONS

There are 4 moves. 1) Step up on to platform with left leg. Stand on left foot as you do each exercise. 2) Perform 1 dumbbell curl. 3) Perform 1 dumbbell overhead press. 4) Lower weights and step down. Move slowly throughout each move.


EXERCISE GOAL: Maintain stability

MODIFICATIONS: 1) The higher the platform, the harder it is to maintain stability. Use a lower platform if needed. 2) Stand on one foot while performing the exercise without the platform. 3) Reduce the weight by using smaller dumbbells.


EQUIPMENT: Dumbbells, Platform, or Step


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Standing Active Inner Thigh Stretch Home Exercise

This video demonstrates how to do an Active Standing Inner Thigh Stretch for the Adductor Muscles.

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Stand with feet hip width apart. Hands rest on waistline.
  • Take a wide step to the right with right foot.
  • Shift weight to the left foot as you bend the left knee.
  • The stretch is felt on the inside thigh of the right leg. The wider your stance, the more you’ll feel the stretch.
  • Keep shoulders stacked over hips. Avoid raising shoulders.
  • Repeat for desired repetitions, and then switch to the opposite side.
  • Move slowly throughout the exercise.