Advanced Upper Body Cable Exercise

February 26, 2011 by admin  
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Upper Chest UNLEASHED!! (1 Tip and 1 Exercise)

January 23, 2011 by admin  
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athleanx.com The upper chest could quite possibly be the most difficult area to train and get to respond. There have been plenty of workout tips and exercises to try and address this area, but they all continue to have guys looking for a better answer. It doesn’t have to be that way! The Upper Chest UNLEASHED video contains a single workout tip that you can implement into your very next chest workout that will show you just how to tweak the way you press the dumbbells to recruit even more upper chest fibers and get them to grow bigger and faster. The Exercise in here, as always with AthLEAN-X, is a unique and powerful compound exercise that trains the body the way it’s meant to be trained….together! Stop trying to build a bigger upper chest by simply doing the same old boring single joint exercises. Instead, incorporate movement and power into your movements, and tie in assisting muscle groups like the abs and shoulders and you’ll start to see growth that you never thought was possible! When you’re done trying this out and seeing what it can do for your upper chest development, then head to http to see just how an entire 90 day program full of effective exercises like these can completely reconstruct your body! It’s time to get AthLEAN!

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Effective Upper Ab Workout

September 4, 2010 by admin  
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Staying fit is just fine, but actors, actresses, models, and beauty magazines somehow made having a flat tummy a necessity for truly being “fit”. Exercising is one thing, achieving a flat tummy is another; since you have to do specific exercises for those abs. However, there is a catch. The abs you’re trying to get in shape is made up of a single muscle called the rectus abdominus. While it is a single muscle, toning it can give you that six-pack look. To get that kind of look, you’ll need to do some upper ab workout.

Crunches are the kinds of exercises that target your abdomen more than any other part of your body. With some techniques, you can focus on one area of your abs. You’ll need to balance out your crunching routine to balance those abs. The targeting of the upper or lower abs isn’t complicated. The rules are: Moving your upper torso targets the upper abs more, and moving the hips or legs during the crunch works the lower abs more.

There are upper ab workout routines to get your upper abs in shape. They are, naturally, still crunches – done with a little style. Here are a few versions of these crunches for targeting the upper abs:

UV Crunch: No, there will be no sunburns of any kind. The UV crunch is named as such because you will be required to assume the position of either the letter U or letter V; the latter if you are more flexible. The crunch starts out with you lying on your back with your legs supported to be elevated at a 45 degree angle for the V crunch, or pointed to the ceiling for the U crunch. While you have your hands behind your head, lift your shoulders off the floor to assume the position of either letter.

Frog Leg Crunch: The frog leg crunch’s position is laying face down, heels together, and knees as wide as possible. While you have your hands behind your head, lift your shoulders off the floor without your legs moving out of position. Harder versions of the frog leg crunch include crossing the ankles, or extending your arms above your head instead of having your hands behind it while doing the crunch.

Semi-Crunch: This kind of crunch is difficult but can be done if you have good endurance and physical strength. The semi-crunch starting position can be anything; the basic being laying face down with legs together and knees bent, pointing up. While you have your hands behind your head, bring your shoulders off the floor. As your return from the crunch, don’t let your head touch the floor.

Crunches are the best exercises to do for working your abs. While you may specifically target your upper abs with various crunches, the whole rectus abdominus is being worked on. The aforementioned crunches, for instance, may emphasize more on the upper abs, but they will still work your lower abs a little.

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Upper Ab Workout Techniques

September 2, 2010 by admin  
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Celebrities, models, and whoever else we see in beauty magazines fueled the “need” for us to get that tummy flattened. Exercising is one thing, achieving a flat tummy is another; since you have to do specific exercises for those abs. However, there is a catch. The abs we’re trying to flatten is a single muscle known as the rectus abdominus. While it is a single muscle, toning it can give you that six-pack look. To get that kind of look, you’ll need to do some upper ab workout.

Crunches are exercises that target your abdomen, but depending on how you do it, you can focus on one area of your abs. With some techniques, you can focus on one area of your abs. You’ll need to balance out your crunching routine to balance those abs. The targeting of the upper or lower abs isn’t complicated. The rules are: Moving your upper torso targets the upper abs more, and moving the hips or legs during the crunch works the lower abs more.

There are upper ab workout routines to get your upper abs in shape. They are, naturally, still crunches – done with a little style. Here are a few versions of these crunches for targeting the upper abs:

UV Crunch: This won’t require you to get a lot of sunshine. The UV crunch is named as such because you will be required to assume the position of either the letter U or letter V; the latter if you are more flexible. The crunch starts out with you lying on your back with your legs supported to be elevated at a 45 degree angle for the V crunch, or pointed to the ceiling for the U crunch. While you have your hands behind your head, lift your shoulders off the floor to assume the position of either letter.

Frog Leg Crunch: The frog leg crunch will have you lie on your back, feet together, and knees spread. While you have your hands behind your head, lift your shoulders off the floor without your legs moving out of position. Harder versions of the frog leg crunch include crossing the ankles, or extending your arms above your head instead of having your hands behind it while doing the crunch.

Semi-Crunch: This kind of crunch is a little more difficult. The semi-crunch starting position can be anything; the basic being laying face down with legs together and knees bent, pointing up. While you have your hands behind your head, bring your shoulders off the floor. As your return from the crunch, don’t let your head touch the floor.

Crunches are the best exercises to perform if you need to tone your abs. But whatever crunch you do, the whole abdominal muscle is being toned. The aforementioned crunches, for instance, may emphasize more on the upper abs, but they will still work your lower abs a little.

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The Best Exercise for UPPER ABS

July 30, 2010 by admin  
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TheBest Way to Exercise with Doug Jones www.TheBestWayToExercise.com http DOUG’s NEW BOOK! Learn how to Exercise YOUR Eccentric Genius HealthyIntroDougtions.com DOUG’s Exercise DVDs http Doug’s FITNESS CENTER Learn how to exercise and work out correctly with FREE FITNESS SECRETS by Doug Jones, part of his Healthy IntroDougtions to Strength Training series by Stand Firm Fitness. If you have never worked with a personal trainer or fitness professional, or would like to get all of the facts from an expert in the field, we think you’ll appreciate this free advice and exercise tips. This information will help you lose weight, burn fat, build muscle, get strong, be fit, prevent osteoporosis, lower blood pressure, improve cholesterol, get lean, fight depression, reduce anxiety, become flexible, and decrease stress. Have fun working out and please let us know if you have any questions. StandFirmFitness.com http YourEccentricGenius.com There are exercises for the butt, thighs, hamstrings, calves, glutes, hips, back, chest, shoulders, arms, biceps, triceps, abs, abdominals, lower back, forearms, and midsection. Doug Jones, BS, MA, CSCS Exercise Physiologist Certified Strength & Conditioning Specialist President, Stand Firm Fitness, LLC 644 Danbury Road Wilton, CT 06897

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Upper Ab Workout Secrets Revealed

July 23, 2010 by admin  
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The upper abs is the most powerful part of the abdomen, especially for those who perform basic workouts. Given the strength of the upper ab workout, it can be very ideal to whip them into better shape. There are four exercises that can comprise an ideal workout- butterfly curl, hip lift, curl, and sit ups. These exercises can strengthen one’s core and help in shaping a 4-pack.

The hip lift is performed with the person lying flat on the back and the arms kept on the sides, with the palms faced up. The person has to slowly raise the legs, straighten them towards the ceiling and upright to the torso. Then, slowly pull the navel towards the spine, lifting the hips a couple of inches from the floor. The legs should be kept pointed straight up. After several seconds, lower the hips to touch the floor.

A good upper ab workout also involves doing the butterfly. A person has to take the basic position of a crunch by sitting on the floor with the knees bent and the feet separated by shoulder width. The knees should be kept on the side with the heels coming together. The stance should have the look of the wings of a butterfly, thus the name of the exercise. While keeping the legs bent, the person should crunch, hold for a few seconds, while going back to the original position. The exercise works out the the targeted area by keeping the leg muscles from working like in a traditional crunch.

An effective upper ab workout also involves doing the curl. This is similar to the crunch, although the curl requires more strength from the upper abs. The curl is performed by lying down with the knees bent, similar to a crunch. The arms should be kept at the sides. Then slowly lift the head, chest and neck just like what is done in a crunch. While rolling the hands should be slid along the floor, and never to be lifted for support. Then go back to the original position. While this exercise can be very exhausting, individuals who want to have ripped upper abs should continue doing this because it really works out the upper abs.

The last exercise for an effective ab workout is the bench sit-up which can be performed on a weight bench. For those who do not have one, any available bench will do. Using free weights that is at least 10 pounds in weight is also ideal. This is used to hold down the legs. Start by lying with the feet placed on top of the incline.The weight should be placed on the feet. Perform either a crunch or sit up, with the weight holding down the foot. Balancing the weight of the person is important in this exercise, and the abs muscles will be the ones to carry the load.

Individuals looking to get their upper abs into shape are advised to do this upper ab workout regularly.

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Details And Instructions About The 3 Best Upper Ab Workouts

June 14, 2010 by admin  
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Upper ab workouts done in different paces allow the person to gain more energy and power. Extra pressure on the muscles makes the body adjust and get accustomed to more rigorous routines.

THE BASIC CRUNCH
Easy – Lie on your back, knees bent, feet apart at shoulder length. With hands on the back of the head, press the abs. Shoulders and the head are then held upward to the ceiling with chin up. Get down the floor slowly and repeat.

Hard – As you lie on your back and knees bent, pull them closer to the chest. Feet should be hanging next to the buttocks. Navel pressed to the spine, abs slowly contracted. The head and shoulders should protrude from the deck. Push straight toward the ceiling with chin up.

Difficult – Arms stretched as if to dive and with forearms close to the sides of the head, try to relax the shoulders to rid of the neck with strain. Alternate raising and lowering the abs.

More Hints: Stay off the ground a little with your shoulder blades. Don’t just lift the head alone. Pressing the navel against the spine is best.

THE FROG LEG
Easy – Lie on your back, soles of the feet touching. Knees on the sides, support the neck by pressing your hands against your head. Navel pressed to your spine, contract the abs slowly. Lift your head and shoulders off the platform. Get down on the platform and repeat.

Hard – Lie down, draw your bent knees toward your chest. Ankles crossed, and hands pressed against your head draw your navel in and contract the abs. Shoulders and head held upright to the ceiling and with chin up, get down to the floor and repeat.

Difficult – Stretch your arms as if to dive, forearms to the sides of the head. Relax the shoulders, rid of the neck with strain. Alternate raising and lowering the abs.

More Hints: This workout targets the upper rectus abdominis and the lower areas. Be certain that you firmly press your navel up, without completely lowering down the platform.

THE DEMI CRUNCH
Easy – Lie on your back, knees bent keep the feet apart at shoulder length. With hands on the back of the head, press the belly button toward the spine. Raise your head and shoulders from the platform for a couple or so inches. Feel your abs contracting. Lift your torso toward the ceiling with chin up. Slowly but not completely, get down on the platform.

Hard – Lie on your back, knees drawn to the chest and feet hanging loosely above the buttocks, hold your shoulders and your head slightly away from the platform. With navel pressed to your spine, feel your abs contract. Raise up toward the ceiling holding the chin upright. Get down, but not totally, on the platform.

Difficult – Lie on your back, knees bent. Lower the feet but don’t let them touch your buttocks. As your knees are bent, now try to place your feet close to your buttocks until you become aware of a slight pain on the lower back. It is the lower abs that is the focus of this workout.

More Hints: Keep your belly button pressed in. Keep off the platform slightly until the workout culminates.

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J Fit Total Upper Body Workout Bar

May 6, 2010 by admin  
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  • Ideal for pull-ups, push-ups, chin-ups, dips, crunches, and more.
  • Uses leverage to hold against the doorway so there are no screws and no damage to door. Installs in seconds.
  • Three grip positions, narrow, wide, and standard.

Product Description
This multi function training bar combines every exercise you need to build a powerful upper body. Its the ultimate body sculpting and strength building tool that helps shape the upper body and tones your midsection. The durable steel construction holds up to 250 lbs. It is designed to fit residential doorways 24″ to 32″ wide with doorway trim or molding up to 3.5 inches wide…. More >>

J Fit Total Upper Body Workout Bar

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