http://www.pponline.co.uk/ Peak Performance en http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38227 Use the safety gear that is on quality equipment. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38227#comments bodybuilding fitness training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100 Danny ODell 38227 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38232 The barbell military press has no peer amongst other upper body shoulder exercises. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38232#comments bodybuilding women strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100 Danny ODell 38232 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38233 The barbell row is an important exercise for the upper back. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38233#comments women strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100 Danny ODell 38233 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38234 It is recommended the cat and camel be the first exercise of the day. This movement is designed specifically toward keeping your low back flexible and supple. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38234#comments women strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100 Danny ODell 38234 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38239 The stiff leg dead lift is a direct lower back exercise and one that is regularly used in gyms world wide. It's used because it is an effective lower back exercise. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38239#comments women strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100 Danny ODell 38239 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38238 Developing the upper and lower back will mean doing rows of all forms. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38238#comments rowing women strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100 Danny ODell 38238 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38237 Strong calf muscles require constant and varied attention. The standing dumbbell calf raise is just one of the many different exercises that are commonly used to develop the lower leg. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38237#comments running women strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100 Danny ODell 38237 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38236 The dumbbell military press is a fine exercise for women who desire strong triceps. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38236#comments bodybuilding gymnastics rowing swimming volleyball women circuit training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100 Danny ODell 38236 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38235 The dumbbell bench press is a fine alternative to the barbell version of the exercise. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38235#comments bodybuilding exercise fitness women circuit training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:41 +0100 Danny ODell 38235 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38212 Several different lifting belts shown and explained. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38212#comments bodybuilding exercise fitness training strength training training programs weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38212 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38211 The high bar bench press is favored by the bodybuilders as they feel the impact on the pectoral muscles is greater. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38211#comments strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38211 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/video/hammer-curl-38210 The hammer curl is a staple in many lifters gym bag of muscle exercises. http://www.pponline.co.uk/video/hammer-curl-38210#comments exercise strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38210 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38209 Vince Gironda aka the iron guru was an old time strength and bodybuilding coach. This curl originated in Vince Gironda's fertile mind. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38209#comments bodybuilding training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38209 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38208 The barbell curl is universally recognized as one of the main bicep building exercises. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38208#comments exercise fitness circuit training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38208 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38207 The standing calf exercise is common in well thought out programs. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38207#comments exercise fitness circuit training strength training training programs weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38207 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38216 The spider curl is another variation of the barbell curl. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38216#comments circuit training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38216 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38217 The pendulums are some of the best pre-hab shoulder exercises for a number of reasons. They are effective, easy to do and feel great. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38217#comments badminton field events women circuit training strength training training programs weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38217 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38215 The non supported dumbbell row develops not only the upper back but provides a stimulus for growth in the lower back. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38215#comments bodybuilding exercise fitness circuit training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38215 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38226 The under the legs low rope pull is a great exercise for your shoulders, not only does it feel good doing them but the benefits are also there in the way of improved shoulder health and increased powe http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38226#comments circuit training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38226 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38225 Cheating on a lift is not a normally accepted method of training. Here are the three most commonly used cheating movements seen in the barbell curl. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38225#comments training circuit training strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38225 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38224 The supported dumbbell row takes the stress off the lower back while at the same time developing the upper back into a strong and powerful structure. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38224#comments rowing circuit training strength training training programs weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38224 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38223 Build your obliques with this dumbbell exercise. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38223#comments exercise fitness circuit training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38223 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38222 The standing good morning is an excellent lower back exercise and one that I use with the majority of my trainees. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38222#comments baseball field events training circuit training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38222 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38221 The single arm low cable pull unilaterally strengthens the upper back while at the same time improving your ability to move weight with one arm. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38221#comments baseball basketball bodybuilding triathlon volleyball exercise training circuit training strength training training programs weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38221 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38219 The seated good morning is another variation of the standing version of this low back exercise. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38219#comments baseball bodybuilding field events football rowing rugby swimming triathlon training circuit training strength training training programs weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:40 +0100 Danny ODell 38219 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38196 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. The Turkish get-up is an excellent exercise for developing core strength. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38196#comments exercise fitness training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38196 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38195 If you do not have access to a gym or gym equipment then using sandbags are a great tool for use as a resistance exercise. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38195#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38195 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38194 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. An excellent exercise for developing whole body power. You can adjust the weight of the sandbag to suit your strength goals. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38194#comments exercise fitness training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38194 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38193 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. A drill that develops whole body power, can be used over a range of distances and is an effective conditioning exercise. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38193#comments sprinting exercise fitness training conditioning plyometric power speed training strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38193 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38192 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. A drill that develops whole body power, plus it’s complexed with two-footed jumps for extra power! http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38192#comments exercise fitness training conditioning plyometric power speed training strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38192 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38191 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to sleds and offer more weight variability than tyres. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38191#comments sprinting exercise training conditioning plyometric power speed training strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38191 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38190 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38190#comments exercise fitness training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38190 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38189 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. Shot putters are one of the most power athletes in the world, so this exercise is great for developing single arm power. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38189#comments exercise fitness training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38189 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38197 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. This exercise can be used to develop rotational power which is important in many sports. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38197#comments exercise fitness training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38197 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38198 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. The up-chop develops whole body power in a direction that would not normally be trained but is often required in many sports. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38198#comments exercise fitness training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38198 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38199 The seated calf raise is another good calf exercise. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38199#comments bodybuilding exercise fitness circuit training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 Danny ODell 38199 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38206 The Squat Push Press is an excellent exercise which challenges co-ordination and force transmission from the lower body to upper body. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38206#comments exercise training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38206 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38203 Running is a unilateral activity meaning that at some point all weight is supported on one leg. The ability to generate force during unilateral movements is a big advantage in sports. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38203#comments running exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38203 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38202 The shoulder and upper body muscles contribute to around 30% of force production during running and have an important role in most sports, whether this by fending off opposition or performing a handst http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38202#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38202 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38201 The seated dumbbell side raise helps eliminate the lower body from assisting in moving the weight. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38201#comments strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 Danny ODell 38201 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38200 The seated dumbbell shrug helps to eliminate a majority of lower body assistance to the movement. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38200#comments bodybuilding exercise training circuit training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 Danny ODell 38200 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38188 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. Shot putters are one of the most power athletes in the world, so this exercise is great for developing single arm power. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38188#comments exercise fitness training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:39 +0100 alan_ruddock 38188 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38187 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. This exercise is brilliant for developing whole body power, especially upper-body power and coordination. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38187#comments exercise fitness conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:38 +0100 alan_ruddock 38187 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38177 A combination of a lunge and shoulder press this exercise was designed to challenge co-ordination as well as strength of the lower and upper body during a dynamic movement. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38177#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:38 +0100 alan_ruddock 38177 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38186 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. This drill is excellent for developing whole body power. You can adjust the weight of the sandbag to suit your strength goals. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38186#comments exercise fitness physiology training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:38 +0100 alan_ruddock 38186 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38185 Sandbags are an effective low cost alternative to medicine ball. A great exercise to develop whole body power. You can adjust the weight of the sandbag to suit your strength goals. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38185#comments exercise fitness training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:38 +0100 alan_ruddock 38185 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38184 If you do not have access to a gym or gym equipment then using sandbags are a great tool for use as a resistance exercise. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38184#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:38 +0100 alan_ruddock 38184 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38180 http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38180#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:38 +0100 alan_ruddock 38180 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38154 Another member of the “core-lifts” the Deadlift is seen as essential exercise within many strength and conditioning programmes. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38154#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38154 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38151 Gripping the gear in the correct manner often determines success or failure with the selected equipment. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38151#comments strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 Danny ODell 38151 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38150 The Calf-Raise is an important exercise in the development of the lower body. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38150#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38150 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38149 Most exercises within sport and exercise require pulling motions and thus strength within the posterior chain. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38149#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38149 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38148 The exercise is similar to the bench press but with exception that resistance bands are secured around the bar to add an extra load. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38148#comments exercise fitness training conditioning power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38148 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38147 The bench press has traditionally been viewed as the gold standard for measuring upper body strength. This is probably as it recruits the major muscles of the chest, shoulder and arms. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38147#comments exercise fitness training conditioning power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38147 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38146 The exercise is designed to improve the reactive ability and strength of the ankle musculature. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38146#comments fitness training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38146 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38145 Many athletes use the barbell squat jump as an exercise to develop lower body power. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38145#comments fitness training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38145 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38159 Similar to the Back Squat the Front Squat is a lower body exercise used to strengthen the leg muscles. Using varying loads it can be used for power, strength or hypertrophy training. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38159#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38159 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38155 The dumbbell triceps extensions is a good exercise to help increase the muscle density of the triceps. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38155#comments exercise fitness circuit training strength training weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 Danny ODell 38155 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38163 A variant of the snatch, the hang snatch focuses on the second pull and catch phases of the lift. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38163#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38163 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38162 A variant of the clean, the hang clean focuses on the second pull and catch phases of the lift. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38162#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38162 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38161 The Good Morning is an exercise that receives little attention but is an excellent way to develop the muscles of the posterior chain including the lower back, glutes and hamstrings. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38161#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38161 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38158 A more sport specific exercise than the Back Squat and Deadlift the lunge is an excellent exercise to improve strength and power in the lower body. http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38158#comments exercise fitness training conditioning strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:37 +0100 alan_ruddock 38158 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38143 http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38143#comments exercise fitness training conditioning power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:36 +0100 alan_ruddock 38143 at http://www.pponline.co.uk http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38144 http://www.pponline.co.uk/node/38144#comments fitness training conditioning plyometric power strength training technique weight training Thu, 25 Oct 2007 19:21:36 +0100 alan_ruddock 38144 at http://www.pponline.co.uk