Introduction The squat is a discipline of powerlifting and is especially used in strength training because of the large number of muscles involved. Since the thigh extensor (M. quadriceps femors) is the strongest muscle in our body, targeted muscle building training with the expander is only possible to a limited extent. For use in health … Knee bends with the expander
The training plan for the targeted improvement of the abdominal muscles contains only exercises and methods for the abdominal muscles. This training plan can be used as an isolated training unit to supplement a muscle building plan. The abdominal muscles should always be trained to the same extent as the lower back muscles. Training plan … Sixpack Training
Introduction The “Reverse Crunch” is a popular exercise to train the lower part of the straight abdominal muscles (M. rectus abdominis). However, it is not recommended to use this exercise in isolation during training, but as a supplement to the Abdominal Crunch. The muscle training of the lower abdominal muscles is based on a well … Reverse Crunch
Variations of the Reverse Crunch In order to load the lower abdominal muscles with increased intensity, the reverse crunch can also be performed while hanging. The athlete hangs from a chin-up bar, as in a pull-up, and lifts the legs to create a right angle between the upper body and the legs. The legs can … Variations of the Reverse Crunch | Reverse Crunch
Introduction Although the effect and use of stretching exercises has been increasingly questioned in recent years, stretching exercises are and remain an elementary part of sport. Only the question when and how to stretch is controversially discussed. The maintenance and promotion of mobility is an indispensable element in many sports activities. It is not without … Stretching exercises
When should you stop stretching? You should definitely not stretch when you have just overcome a muscle injury. In such a case, you should always seek help from a doctor or physiotherapist beforehand. Furthermore, you should not stretch your muscles if you have not warmed up sufficiently before. If you start directly with various stretching … When should you stop stretching? | Stretching exercises
Stretching exercises after sport As already described, stretching exercises do not help against sore muscles. Nevertheless stretching exercises can be done after training or competition. In the case of very intensive loads, at least three quarters of an hour should elapse between the end of the load and the beginning of the stretching exercises, as … Stretching exercises after sport | Stretching exercises
What should you pay attention to when stretching? In order to achieve success in stretching exercises, there are a few things you should keep in mind. On the one hand, you should do the training regularly, otherwise the success will not be achieved. It should always be possible to do the exercises without any complaints. … What should you pay attention to when stretching? | Stretching exercises
The abdominal muscles consist of the straight, the outer oblique, the inner oblique abdominal muscles and the straight abdominal muscle, which makes up the actual six-pack. The abdominal muscles are one of the most uncomfortable muscle groups to train, and therefore many athletes do this at the beginning of their training. The central nervous system … Lateral kicks with the expander
Muscle building is a form of strength training with the aim of maximally increasing the muscle cross section. This form of muscle loading is mainly used in bodybuilding and fitness training. Muscle building is of course only one component of weight training. Muscle building Muscle building Muscle building and anabolic steroids Muscle building and nutrition … Weight training
Definition Strength Training Strength training is about the targeted muscle build-up and the improvement of maximum strength, speed and endurance. In order to achieve maximum training success, strength training must be adapted to the respective goals. This involves differences in the load form, load duration, load range and load intensity. Strength training can also be … Strength training
To understand the musculature All movements of the human body are based on muscle power. The muscles are connected to the bones at one or more points by tendons and ligaments, thus enabling the skeleton to move in a similar way to a puppet. Here you will find detailed information about the frontal musculature Here … To understand the musculature | Strength training
