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How to Do Power Jumping Jacks

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Many calisthenics exercises have a more intense equivalent. One example is the power jumping jack, which you can start doing once regular jumping jacks start to become easy for you. In addition to working your thighs, calves and backside, the ... more »

How to Do Pull Up Exercises

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If you really want to strengthen your arms, then you should attempt to perform sets of pull ups. Although difficult at first, you'll find the exercise gets easier to complete the longer that you do it. You can also try different variations of the ... more »

How to Do Pull Up Negatives

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Pull up negatives are a highly effective way of developing enough strength and muscle functionality to complete a dead-hang pullup, while at the same time increasing your body's resistance strength. To ramp up your pulling ability, find a bar and ... more »

How to do Push-Up Workout Variations

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Push-ups are a great exercise you can do anywhere. You don't need any equipment and can do them in place of weight lifting if need be. If you've perfected the basic push-up and are looking for a more challenging workout, try some of these ... more »

How to do resistance band curls

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Ever sitting at home and feel lazy? Now with a simple resistance band you can get in a great workout from your recliner!.. more »

How to Do Resistance Crunches

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The variations to the crunch are varied, but adding resistance to the stability ball crunch can produce sculpted abs. The ball gives you added core strength as your body adjusts to stay balanced, and the resistance can be increased as your level ... more »

How to Do Reverse Twists for Obliques

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One of the problem areas that concern both men and women are the pesky obliques. You can do reverse twists for your obliques if you want to make them stronger and turn fat into muscle... more »

How to Do Rowing Stroke Exercises

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Rowing provides a total body workout. This exercise works all of the major muscle groups with little impact on the joints. Most gyms are well equipped with rowing machines that are easy to operate. It's important to learn the correct stroke ... more »

How to Do Seated Calf Raises

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Instead of being disgusted with yourself and your flabby legs, do something about them! Using seated calf raises is an easy, low-pressure way to trim and tone your legs into ones you will actually be proud of... more »

How to Do Side Bends

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By practicing this exercise, you can feel the muscle stretch along your waist and ribs... more »

How to Do Side Bends for Obliques

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Exercising your obliques will not only help them look better, but it also will give you energy and help you feel more positive about your body. Side bends, both with and without weights, are one of the easiest exercises used to work the obliques... more »

How to Do Side Bends on an Inversion Table

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Inversion tables are a great way to reverse the effects of gravity which weigh our bodies down and compact our spinal columns each and every day. An inversion table helps to open up joint spaces and the spinal column, relieving pain and ... more »

How to Do Side Jackknives for Obliques

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If you have dreamed about having a trim and toned waist that all your friends envy, you have to work on those obliques. Side jackknives are one exercise you can do to make your obliques trim and slim... more »

How to Do Side Leg Raises for Obliques

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If you are far from loving your love handles, trying some abdominal exercises might change both how you look and how you feel about yourself. Do two different versions of side leg raises for more toned obliques... more »

How to Do Sit Ups

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Exercise is a major component of a long, active and healthy life. Without proper exercise a person body will begin to rebel against itself. Activity keeps the body fit and trim. However, if people do not perform their exercises correctly it can ... more »

How to Do Spinal Extensions With Inversion Table

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Inversion tables are not just therapy tools for elongating the spine and increasing flexibility, they can also be used to create a unique fitness routine. Light weight and portable, inversion tables are a great addition to your home gym which can ... more »

How to Do Spinal Rotations on an Inversion Table

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Inversion tables reverse all of the natural movements of the spine, gently increasing the space between the vertebrae and improving circulation to the joint spaces. You can increase the benefits of your inversion table by adding gentle strength ... more »

How to Do Squat Calisthenics Exercise

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Squats work all the muscles in your legs, hips and backside. Bodybuilders consider the squat essential to their programs, and will perform squats with heavy weights across their shoulders. However, you really only need the weight of your own body ... more »

How to do Squat Thrust Push-Up Exercises

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If you're looking for a great exercise that combines a cardio workout with muscle-building, try doing squat thrust push-ups, often called burpees. A good workout utilizing this movement is to do 20 squat thrust push-ups, rest for 30 seconds, and ... more »

How to Do Squats Exercise With a Resistance Band

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Performing squats tones the legs, lower back, buttocks and lower abs. Using a resistance band increases the difficulty and maximizes each movement. Like weights, the band forces the body to work against an opposing force. However, a resistance ... more »

How to Do Strengthening Exercises for the Calf

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One of the most overlooked muscle groups in the human body is the calves. Weak calves will force a heavy weight and performance burden on the ankles and feet. That effect will radiate up to the knees. Building up strength in your calves by ... more »

How to Do Stretching Exercises for the Arms

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Begin or end any physical workout with a rejuvenating stretching regimen. Since people tend to overwork their arm muscles in many sports and fitness routines, the stretching exercises below focus on increasing flexibility in the arms. Perform ... more »

How to Do the 25 Repetition Roulette Workout

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A quick workout energizes the body, improves muscle tone and raises the heart rate. Repetition roulette is the name of a workout that consists of jumps and lunges that require and provide a quick burst of energy, working the entire body in the ... more »

How to Do the Achilles Tendon Crossover Exercise

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Achilles tendon injuries are serious, take a long time to heal and often reoccur. They can also can ruin an athlete's career. You can prevent injuries and increase tendon and calf strength by using the Achilles tendon crossover exercise. ... more »

How to Do the Ali Shuffle Washing Machine Exercise

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The Ali shuffle, otherwise known as the washing machine exercise, is a great fitness training exercise for the muscles of the hips and waist. Often used to train football players, particularly running backs, the Ali shuffle washing machine ... more »

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