Today, many of us don’t have time to go to a gym. With work, errands, kids, etc our time and resources are limited.
However, you can still get a great workout from home with just an adjustable dumbbell set.
Here’s a sample of some simple chest exercises that you can do at home with a set of dumbbells:
- Push-ups, just like you would a regular push-up, except with a dumbbell in each hand . Vary the spread of your hands to workout different parts of the chest.
- Decline push-ups by placing your feet on a chair or bed.
- Chest presses. Lie on the floor holding a dumbbell in each hand straight up over your chest with palms facing out, bend your elbows and lower your arms down until your elbows are just below your chest. Press the weights back up without locking the elbows and bring the dumbbells close together.
Try these exercises, varying them for 10 - 15 reps. In no time, you’ll have a well developed balanced chest.
Dumbbells can be used to add resistance to any workout routine, thus quickly maximizing the results.
There is no secret, it requires hard work and determination on your part. Exercising and eating properly are the only ways to obtain a flat stomach.
Two exercises that I have found to be very benefical in reducing stomach fat are ab crunches and bicycling.
You can use equipment such as an ab crunch bench or upright bike but this equipment is not necessary for achieving results. Ab crunches can be performed at home on the floor and as far as bicycling goes, you can just use a regular bike.
What’s important is that you follow a routine and maintain healthy eating habits. If you do, those extra pounds around your waistline will begin to melt away.
Heart rate monitors are one of most useful training aids you can buy. They allow you keep track of your heart rate during training.
It’s not good to over train since high heart rates for extended periods of time can lead to injury and breakdown. By monitoring your heart rate during workouts you can achieve peak performance without causing severe damage.
Heart rate monitors today are just as accurate as an EKG at measuring your heart rate and can be very beneficial to one’s health. They are no longer just for athletes and professionals.
Elliptical trainers are gaining in popularity and are considered by many to be safer and more effective then treadmills.
They combine the movements of a stair climber, treadmill, and exercise bike into one providing a complete total body workout.
So, are they really better than treadmills? According to researchers at the University of Mississippi “elliptical trainers provide the same cardiovascular benefits as treadmill running, without the impact to your joints”.
Therefore, this does make them a good choice for those suffering from back, knee, or hip pain but “Are they the equipment of choice for everyone?”
Dumbbell squat exercises are a great introduction to lifting with weights. They target the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings and provide an excellent forearm and leg workout.
Dumbbell exercises are easy to do and can be performed at home by almost anyone. Dumbbells are versatile and provide a cost effective addition to any workout regime.
Watch the video below to learn the proper technique for performing dumbbell squats:
It’s that time again. The holiday season is quickly approaching and for many of us it’s a very hectic time. Between working, shopping, running errands, food and party preparations it’s easy to become overwhelmed and to make excuses for neglecting our exercise routine.
If you find it difficult during the holidays to maintain your usual exercise regime then just pare it down, don’t eliminate it. Remember, exercising is one of the best ways of relieving stress and keeping your energy levels high.
Whether you walk, run, bike, strength train, or do pilates you can still squeeze in an exercise workout, even if it’s just for 10 -15 min. Not only does it help to relax you, it helps to keep your weight under control during this festive time.
There is really no other workout tool or gadget that can do so much for you. A kettlebell workout can get you in shape fast! It can workout your neck, shoulders, arms, back, legs, and even hips.
Kettlebells also provide a great cardio workout. That’s why this one tool is thought of as the handheld gym.
Both men and women can benefit from working out with kettlebells and many see amazing results rather quickly. So, if you’re looking for fast and effective results in the shortest time possible, then this is the tool for you.
Many people have similar goals about their bodies. They either want to lose weight, build some muscle, or tone up. However, fewer and fewer people are opting to join gyms to try and reach their goals. Some don’t live close enough to a gym to make that option feasible, some simply can’t afford the monthly dues, and others just don’t find them very convenient.
If you are one of those who can’t or won’t go to a gym, then having your own home fitness center might be a consideration. There are many options to choose from in home fitness exercise equipment that are both affordable and compact.
Some of the more popular pieces of home fitness exercise equipment are: treadmills, home gyms, elliptical trainers, and recumbent exercise bikes.
However, it is not enough to just purchase a gym membership or equipment for your home. Weight loss, toning, or building muscle requires consistent, sustained effort on your part. Without making a solid commitment, you are just wasting your time and money.
One major benefit that recumbent exercise bikes have over stationary bikes are the ergonomic positions they offer. They provide agility to bone joints and are very good for those with health problems such as arthritis. Recumbent exercise bikes reduce the chances of any kind of injury and are more or less risk free.
Stationary exercise bikes on the other hand, provide a greater cardio-workout since they offer you the ability to peddle while standing as well as seated.
Which one of these exercise bikes is best? You decide. They both have their benefits!
Pilates is a safe, sensible exercise system using a floor mat or equipment, that will help you look and feel your very best. No matter what your age or condition, it will work for you. Pilates gets your mind in tune with your body.
Pilates is based on the principle that it is through the control of the mind that we can discipline and train our bodies. It focuses on proper breathing, correct spinal and pelvic alignment, and concentratiion. The quality of your movements is valued over the quantity of repetitions. Proper breathing is essential, and helps you execute movements with maximum power and efficiency.
Pilates elongates and strengthens muscle elasticity and joint mobility. It’s a system that can help you get fit and stay fit and active throughout your life.