Exercise Tutorial: V Raises
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Exercise Tutorial: V Raises

V Raises are a great isolation exercise that targets the shoulders, mainly the side deltoids with assistance from the rotator cuff and superior aspect of the pec major. This exercise is referred to as a V Raise as you use your arms to form a wide “V” shape.

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10 Exercises to Improve Ankle Mobility
Fitness Stephanie Zaban (R. Kin & MPK) Fitness Stephanie Zaban (R. Kin & MPK)

10 Exercises to Improve Ankle Mobility

Ankle mobility is important to help reduce injury, and maintain an optimal range of motion. Learn about 10 exercises to improve ankle mobility, including stretches that you can perform daily.

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Muscle Breakdown: Rectus Femoris
Muscles Stephanie Zaban (R. Kin & MPK) Muscles Stephanie Zaban (R. Kin & MPK)

Muscle Breakdown: Rectus Femoris

The Rectus Femoris is one of the four muscles that are part of the Quadriceps. Learn more about the function of the Rectus Femoris, as well as what pain can mean and exercises to strengthen the muscle.

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Muscle Breakdown: Vastus Lateralis
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Muscle Breakdown: Vastus Lateralis

The Vastus Lateralis is the largest of the muscles that form the Quadriceps. Learn more about the Vastus Lateralis including its function, exercises and stretches.

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Exercise Tutorial: Front Squat
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Exercise Tutorial: Front Squat

The Front Squat, commonly used with a barbell and also referred to as a Barbell Front Squat, is a variation of the conventional squat in which the barbell is placed across the front of shoulders.

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Muscle Breakdown: Vastus Medialis
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Muscle Breakdown: Vastus Medialis

The Vastus Medialis is one of the muscles of the Quadriceps and is important for the proper functioning of the kneecap. Learn more about the Vastus Medialis including why strengthening the muscle is important and exercises and stretches you can perform.

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Muscle Breakdown: Transverse Abdominis
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Muscle Breakdown: Transverse Abdominis

The Transverse Abdominis is one of the muscles in the core that helps to stabilize the spine during movement. Learn more about the Transverse Abdominis such as exercises and stretches that you can do to strengthen the muscle and prepare it for movement.

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Exercise Tutorial: Barbell Upright Row
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Exercise Tutorial: Barbell Upright Row

The Barbell Upright Row is an upper body exercise that engages the shoulders, upper back and biceps. Learn more about the importance of this exercise, and different variations that you can perform.

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Muscle Breakdown: Gluteus Medius
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Muscle Breakdown: Gluteus Medius

The Gluteus Medius is one of the muscles that comprise the glutes. Learn more about the importance of the Gluteus Medius, including ways to strengthen and stretch the muscle, and what pain in this area could mean.

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Exercise Tutorial: Hammer Curls
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Exercise Tutorial: Hammer Curls

Hammer Curls are a variation of the Bicep Curl that are useful in increasing the strength and stability of the wrist. Learn more about the Hammer Curl including how to perform this exercise and other variations.

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Exercise Tutorial: One Arm Dumbbell Swing
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Exercise Tutorial: One Arm Dumbbell Swing

The One Arm Dumbbell Swing is a full body exercise that you need to include in your exercise routine! Learn more about all of the muscles used in this exercise, why it is beneficial and its variations.

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Muscle Breakdown: Triceps Brachii
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Muscle Breakdown: Triceps Brachii

The Triceps Brachii is the main extensor of the elbow. Learn more about this powerful muscle including its origin and insertion, three heads and exercises to help strengthen the triceps brachii.

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Muscle Breakdown: Rectus Abdominis
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Muscle Breakdown: Rectus Abdominis

The Rectus Abdominis is one of the muscles of the core that is involved in many movements. Learn more about the function of the Rectus Abdominis, and exercises and stretches that will engage the muscle.

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Exercise Tutorial: Hex Bar Deadlift
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Exercise Tutorial: Hex Bar Deadlift

The hex bar deadlift, also known as a trap bar deadlift, is an alternative exercise to the Barbell Deadlift that aims to build strength and power. Read about the benefits, muscles worked, alternatives, and how to do a hex bar deadlift.

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Exercise Tutorial: Barbell Bench Press
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Exercise Tutorial: Barbell Bench Press

The Barbell Bench Press is a horizontal pressing movement that enhances the major pressing muscles in the upper body. The Barbell Bench Press is a great exercise for overloading these muscles and is often used to improve upper body strength and size.

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