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07.17.08

Dive Bomber Push Ups for Upper Body Strength
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I know I write a lot about push-ups but it is because push-ups are one of the top and most effective body weight exercises that you can perform. There are also several variations of the push-up and one that I'd like to touch on today is the one called the "dive bomber push-up." Many branches of the military incorporate this push-up in their physical training and it is most commonly seen among Navy SEAL and Army Ranger training. You may even remember Demi Moore performing the dive bomber push-up in the movie G.I. Jane. This push-up requires good upper body ...
05.28.08

Nice Twist on the Push-Up
Body Weight Exercises (1)
I was browsing around some of my favorite fitness sites and found the video below which is an awesome twist on the push-up. I've written before about the power of the push-up which is one of the basic exercises that should be incorporated into any interval routine when possible. Check out the video below from Men's Health. You will want to try this routine yourself. I am going to test it out. I'm sure I'll be through before I get to five!
05.21.08

Sprint Work for Interval Training
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People who already use interval training do so for either burning fat or for improving their athletic abilities in specific areas. If you have been doing your research about interval training, then you know that it is one of the best ways to burn fat and retain muscle mass. Sprinting is an effective interval training workout that not only gets you out of the gym but you are changing up your cardio routine. After doing the same routine on a regular basis, your body becomes acclimated and therefore doesn't respond to your exercises like it should. You can change up ...
04.01.08

Don’t Underestimate the Push-Up
Body Weight Exercises (4)
The push-up is one of those exercises that is more popularly known for being used in military physical training as a form of punishment for getting out of line. Dropping and giving 20 reps all the time actually does more good than harm. The push-up should be a part of everyone's training routine when trying to improve one's overall health. It is good for more than just a warm-up exercise. Here are a few benefits of the push-up: Increases upper body strength Strengthens chest, triceps, & shoulders Great core exercise Beginners can do them (on their knees) Can be done anywhere Only requires your ...
03.12.08

Up Your Routine with Plyometrics
Interval Routines (2)
image credit: allmightymo Plyometric exercises are used to develop increased power in your muscle groups for those short bursts of power that are needed for specific activities. These exercises are very popular among athletes as they need the increased muscle power for their sports such as a football player spinning and outrunning his competition or being able to throw the ball with more force. Plyometrics work on the lengthening and shortening of the muscles to build power. I have tried plyometrics with my stepdad who is a personal trainer and they can really wear you out. We used an ...

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