FLEX TIME.Inclined push-up off step Works: Triceps triceps, any muscle having three heads, or points of attachment, but especially the triceps brachii at the back of the upper arm. One head originates on the shoulder blade and two on the upper-arm bone, or humerus. (back of upper arm), pectoralis group (chest area) and anterior anterior /an·te·ri·or/ (an-ter´e-or) situated at or directed toward the front; opposite of posterior. an·te·ri·or adj. 1. Placed before or in front. 2. deltoid deltoid /del·toid/ (del´toid) 1. triangular. 2. the deltoid muscle. del·toid adj. 1. Of or relating to the deltoid muscle. 2. (front area of shoulder) THE MOVE Set-up: Place knees on one or two stacked steps, close together. Slowly walk your hands out keeping back and rear flat, in alignment. Cross ankles. Step 1. With your head down and back straight, lower your body in a controlled manner, bending elbows out to the sides, until chest nears the floor surface. Step 2. Slowly raise body back to starting position. Fit tip: A beginner can even use this pose without props and then advance to one or two steps to increase challenge. Repetitions: Work up to 20 repetitions. ABOUT THE TRAINER: Amy Hendel is certified in nutrition and exercise physiology exercise physiology n. The study of the body's metabolic response to short-term and long-term physical activity. . A registered Physician Assistant, she maintains a private family lifestyle therapy practice where she trains and councils patients on nutrition, personal fitness and psychology for the whole family. A popular health/medical television correspondent, she is a member of the International Association of Fitness Professionals and American College of Sports Medicine '''Founded in 1954, the AMERICAN COLLEGE OF SPORTS MEDICINE is the largest sports medicine and exercise science organization in the world. More than 20,000 international, national and regional members are dedicated to advancing and integrating scientific research to provide educational and endorses the Nike fitness line. To learn more about Hendel and her fitness philosophy, please visit her Web site at www.healthgal.com. CAPTION(S): 2 photos Photo: (1 -- 2) no caption (Amy Hendel) Tom Mendoza/Staff Photographer |
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