TGIF!
Hope you've had a great week. I thought it was time to get back to some good old fashioned exercise examples. Remember, part of staying motivated and part of breaking through plateaus quickly, is exercise variety. The more you can challenge your body effectively, the more you will continue to progress and transform.
So since the warmer weather is upon us, it's time to kick it up a notch. I'm sure you're familiar with the all too common lunge. Great exercise for shaping the butt, building hip and glute strength, and it's one of the basic movements the human body is supposed to be able to do effectively.
Well, here's little a twist to add to it. I think you'll find it's a heck of a lot harder than it looks. Provides a great core challenge as well as good kick in the butt!
Check back with me in two weeks for another exercise to put in your own training locker. The more movements you have, the more you stay motivated and making progress.
Your Final Movement To Fight SB Syndrome
Happy Friday!
I do hope this month I did a good job at keeping things simple and to the point. I realize we all have busy schedules and like to get the information we need quickly and effectively.
That being said, how is your fight against SB Syndrome going? Are you helping yourself or someone you know that is in need?
I've given you some really great movements this month to help you get on track with not only fighting SB Syndrome, but also getting that all important core in shape as well. Remember what we discussed, it's not just about vanity when it come to the glutes/butt, it's also about keeping back pain away. So the way I see it, it's a win/win situation. You not only get well shaped, effectively functioning glutes, you also ensure that you won't have back pain as a result of a weak core or glutes that just hang there and don't do anything.
Keep practicing your movements weekly and enjoy the results.
Check the video below for your final tool in fighting SB Syndrome.
Kurt Elder of Energy F/X Fitness demonstrates the Squat with a bit of added twist -- try raising a weight while squatting. Great exercise for the core and gl...
Still Fight SB Syndrome? Week 4
Here we are at week 4 on my campaign to fight SB Syndrome. Doesn't seem to matter where I turn, the affects still seem to be with us. But to do my part, here is the next movement for you, or someone you know, to use to fight SB Syndrome.
Remember, it's not just about vanity, it's also about keeping your core functioning and your lower back out of pain. The glute/butt muscles play an important role in keep you out of pain. Because if they are too weak or not used appropriately your back and other muscles try to take over. And if you've ever had nagging back pain you know how uncomfortable and irritating it can be. So do your part. Feel free to pass on the info.
Be sure to stop by next week for another great movement to help you fight SB Syndrome.
Kurt Elder of Energy F/X Fitness discusses and demonstrates Hip Raises-- Single Leg (SL). A great exercise for the core and glutes. Simple and to the point. ...
Are You Fight SB Syndrome?
Well, here we are at another Friday. You know that means it's time for another exercise to help you or someone you know fight SB Syndrome (that's Saggy Behind Syndrome). If you've been motivated by my blog, I'm sure you've been just as concerned as I have at what is obviously a growing and alarming trend. Are you doing your part?
Remember, if I haven't made it completely clear, let me do so now. On ALL of the exercises I demonstrate to you I request that you activate your abs/core just prior to movement. Each and every movement you do requires core activation in order to stabilize your spine while you are moving. This is hugely important if you are going to get the right muscles to fire and to avoid injury.
And just a reminder in case you forgot, these Friday movements that I'm sharing with you from my private glute locker are not only for your glutes, they do wonders for core activation as well. Truth be known, in order to for legs and hips to function properly you need a strong and stable core. And besides, I figure what the heck, if I can train two muscles at the same time effectively and safely, then why not.
Click on the video below and get your next tool in fighting SB Syndrome. Look forward to seeing you next week with another movement to get you firmer, well shaped, functional glutes.
Kurt Elder of Energy F/X Fitness discusses and demonstrates the proper execution of the Deadlift. A great exercise for the glutes/butt. Simple and to the poi...
Fight SB Syndrome
Well, as promised, this month we are focusing on eradicating SB Syndrome. And as promised, here is another exercise to help you or someone you know (wink), get rid of the apparent growing syndrome I have observed.
Today's video is an explanation and demonstration of how to effectively do a very common exercise, the lunge. All too often people seem more interested in immediately grabbing weights and doing one of the more advanced versions, traveling lunges (walking), instead of getting the basics right first.
Check out today's video so that you're sure to get the most out of your lunges, And doing your part to conquer SB Syndrome.
Kurt Elder of Energy F/X Fitness discusses and demonstrates the Lunge exercise (also known as a Split Squat). A great exercise for shaping up those glutes (b...
Do You or Someone You Know Suffer From SB Syndrome?
OK, I'm going to say it if no one else will. Has anyone noticed how many people have saggy behinds (butts)? I've even heard the phenomenon referred to as Saggy Backside (butt) Syndrome. Now I don't mean to be rude or disrespectful, but c'mon. I can't tell you how many times I'm asked for exercises that will tone, shape, and lift the area we all notice when people watching at the mall or beach.
And as long as we're being honest, who doesn't appreciate the look of a nice, firm, well shaped behind?
But let's take the discussion to a functional level. A study was done several years ago to find out the difference between people with "bad" backs versus people with "good" backs. They did all sorts of testing, and analysis. You know what they found? The long and short of it was, those people with "bad" backs had weaker glutes than those people with "good" backs. If your glutes (butt muscles) don't work properly, your back muscles will over work to make up for it. So having functioning, firm, shapely butt muscles is not only attractive, chances are it will keep you out of back pain as well. Go figure.
Well lucky for you that I have succumb to the pressure of emails and inquiries. For the month of October I'm going to share with you each week from my private locker of butt exercises, that I virtually guarantee will lift, tone, and shape that saggy backside. No it won't be some pill, potion, magic pair of shoes, or ointment you can rub on your "effected" area. You will actually have to put some work in and do the exercises as I specify if you want to get the results. But believe me when I tell you, you will get results.
Check out the video below for your first backside renovation.
Kurt Elder of Energy FX Fitness explains and demonstrates the proper technique for Hip Raises (two leg). A great exercise for both core and glute (butt) acti...