For quads of steel, the old standbys still work wonders
To build strong, firm quads and glutes (butt), the basics still produce some of the best results. Take the lunge for example. Stand with a dumbbell in each hand, feet shoulder width apart, knees
Strengthen the core, stomach muscles
So much back pain actually comes from lack of the core, abdominals. Strengthen them using yoga or pilates. You'll love having a flat tummy as well!
Drinking more water is another way to reduce back pain.
Uphill Running Strengthens Hip Muscles
Runnersworld.com reports that based on a study conducted by a Japanese team, uphill running produced a much greater “activation and muscle torque of the muscle groups surrounding the hip joints, suc ...
Female Hormones Strengthen the Bones of Men
New research shows that estrogen, the female sex hormone, is also important for men's health. The estrogen in men's blood appears to be even more closely related to how strong their bone structure i ...
Stretching After Spinning is Important
It is very important to stretch after spinning. Particularly, you need to stretch the hamstrings, quadriceps and shoulders. Most of the time the instructors have a cool down period when you stretch
Quadruple bypass questions
My Mother [age 78] had quad bypass and repair to left anterior descending artery on April 1st
she is home being cared for by myself and six loving siblings.
She was prescribed coumadin and a friend
New workout routine
For Mon and Thu:
Chest & shoulders & triceps: Wall Pushups, Upright Dumbbell Rows
quads: Dumbbell Squats
abs: Crunches
obliques: Dumbbell Side Bends
For those using dumbbells, i use a set
