Why would you want to boost your box jump results? Because a box jump is a plyometric movement that provides many benefits. It helps you build more lower body strength. It increases explosive power and speed and improves the vertical jump. Do enough repetitions and box jumping also becomes an effective part of a calorie-burning …
How To Build Bigger, Stronger Hamstrings The lower body consists of large muscle groups including the quadriceps, glutes, hamstrings, and calves. These muscle groups work together as one to execute movement through activities of daily living and exercise. If you have weak hamstrings, you may experience injuries, muscle failure, and lack muscle mass in other …
A tough workout can leave you feeling sore, drained, and satisfyingly accomplished. But the work isn’t done. You need to recover to get results, and this includes eating the right foods. Prioritize protein and complex carbs of any kind, but rely on these foods that most effectively aid muscle repair and target post-workout soreness. The …
Three main muscle contractions occur during exercise or human movement: concentric, eccentric, and isometric. Concentric muscle contractions occur when a muscle shortens. Eccentric muscle contraction is the opposite; it is when the muscle elongates or lengthens. The eccentric portion of a lift is the point where muscles can produce the greatest force. Eccentric training is often used …
Many people have weak glute muscles. In fact, weak, imbalanced, and under-activated glute muscles are among the most common causes of pain, injury, and poor mobility. The main culprit is a reality of modern living: we sit too much and end up with weak glutes and tight hips. What Are the Signs of Weak Glutes? …
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The shoulder is the most mobile joint in the body. It is responsible for many different muscle actions. These include adduction, abduction, flexion, extension, and external rotation. The main function of the shoulder is to provide range of motion in the arm. Bones such as the scapula, clavicle, and humerus help support all shoulder movement. …
