Fitness Tip: Karvonan Formula
The Karvonan Formula can be used to determine your optimum heart rate training zone. It works like this: Take the number 220 and subtract your age, then subtract your resting pulse.
The Big Guns – the Biceps
The segment will discuss the biceps—the opposing muscle group to the triceps. Located on the anterior (front) portion of the upper arm between the elbow and the shoulder, these muscles are responsible for flexing (bending) the arm at the elbow.
Building the Triceps
Today I’ll be discussing the triceps muscle (the back of the upper arm) and what exercises to perform in order to build and tone that area of the body. First, let me give you a little background about the triceps.
Legs – The Bottom Half
It seems that women want to focus on leg training, while often times men only seem interested in training the upper body. In reality, you should always train your body equally, never neglecting any particular body part.
The Front Half
This edition will focus on the chest, or more specifically, the pectoralis major and minor muscles. Located on the anterior (front) portion of the body, these muscles move the shoulder and the humerous bone of the upper arm.
Core Exercise
The abs and low back together form the “core” of the body. Unlike the other muscle groups, these guys usually work overtime since they are engaged in almost every activity that we do.
Don’t Forget the Back Half
Many people who weight train are primarily concerned with the front half of their body because it proves most visible, and in the process the backside gets left out.
Stay Flexible to Prevent Injury
Lately, it seems that I am surrounded by people who recently sustained an injury or are dealing with chronic injury. Many of these problems can be avoided simply by taking the time to warm up and stretch out.
Your Fitness Is Unique
I am frequently asked, “What should I do to get in shape”? This conversation usually transpires after they discover what I do for living.
Be Safe Out There
With the warm weather, and more people exercising outdoors, it is important to remember to take safety precautions. Just this afternoon as we were skating around Lake Murray, a man on either inline skates or a bicycle, wrecked and fractured his arm.