Reverse Crunch

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

Butterfly

The exercise of the butterfly counts next to the bench press and the fleece as a form of exercise for the development of the chest muscles and is especially used in bodybuilding. However, in contrast to bench press, in which the triceps (M. triceps brachii) and the deltoid muscle (M. deltoideus) take over part of … Butterfly

Fitness and endurance training | Fitness

Fitness and endurance training Targeted endurance training is indisputably the most important factor in fitness training. The improvement of endurance not only has a positive effect on performance, but also prevents degenerative cardiovascular diseases. These are among the most common diseases in the western world and occupy first place in the death statistics. Abstinence from … Fitness and endurance training | Fitness

Stretching and Fitness | Fitness

Stretching and Fitness Besides strength, endurance and speed, mobility is a sub-area of conditional abilities and must therefore be included in every conditional training plan. Through targeted stretching, positive adaptation effects on the organism can be achieved. However, stretching is a controversial topic in sports science and current knowledge can soon be overtaken by new … Stretching and Fitness | Fitness

Fitness equipment | Fitness

Fitness equipment The fitness bracelet, also called fitness tracker, is an invention that is booming in the health market. It is a wristband with a touch display. A fitness wristband tracks various data such as distance, time, calories burned, heart rate, steps, floors covered or sleep patterns. Fitness wristbands have different functions and can sometimes … Fitness equipment | Fitness

Nutrition and Fitness | Fitness

Nutrition and Fitness In fact, nutrition influences our fitness more than many people think. A healthy diet recommends a composition of 45% carbohydrates, 30% fats (of which 10% each of saturated fats, monounsaturated fats and polyunsaturated fats) and 25% protein. Competitive athletes, for example marathon runners, have a significantly increased carbohydrate requirement, while strength athletes … Nutrition and Fitness | Fitness

Fitness

Synonyms in the broadest sense fitness training, strength training, endurance training, health-oriented fitness training, health, physical fitness, english: physical fitness Definition Generally, fitness is defined as the ability of a person to live and perform intended actions. In the Duden, the term fitness is reduced to the physiological aspect and is regarded as good physical … Fitness

Goals of the fitness training | Fitness

Goals of the fitness training The following goals can be achieved with targeted fitness training: Optimization of the cardiovascular system through targeted endurance training Training of the musculature Maintaining mobility through targeted stretching Maintain dexterity through coordination training Compensate for nervous stress with targeted relaxation techniques. Fitness and strength training Due to the increasing mechanization … Goals of the fitness training | Fitness