What Are and How to Do Isometric Exercises
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What Are and How to Do Isometric Exercises

Isometric exercises are very common and feature a muscle or muscle group under tension, without movement. Learn more about why isometric exercises are important, and examples of isometric exercises that you can try in each region of the body.

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How-to Do Video Series: Static Stretching
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How-to Do Video Series: Static Stretching

Static stretching is one of the main types of stretching that involves holding one pose for a given period of time. Learn more about static stretching, including the best times to perform these stretches, and examples that you can use to make a static stretching routine.

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Equipment Breakdown: Stretch Out Strap
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Equipment Breakdown: Stretch Out Strap

The Stretch Out Strap is an inexpensive form of exercise equipment that will help you achieve a deeper stretch on your own. If you don’t have a stretching partner and are looking to increase your flexibility and range of motion, the Stretch Out Strap is for you!

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How to Use Battle Ropes
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How to Use Battle Ropes

In this article, we will breakdown how to use battle ropes. Learn what do battle ropes do, different styles and variations, and the benefits of incorporating it in your workout.

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Exercise Tutorial: Trunk Rotation
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Exercise Tutorial: Trunk Rotation

By working on your trunk rotation you will overtime increase lumbar spine and hip flexibility, allowing for greater mobility of the trunk. The lower trunk rotation exercise is great for anyone who experiences low back pain and is great to perform if you’re slouching or sitting at a desk for most of the day.

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Exercise Tutorial: W Raise
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Exercise Tutorial: W Raise

A W raise is a variation of a lateral raise that is a great upper body exercise that targets the shoulders. This is an isolation exercise that can be completed with or without equipment and is a great addition to any training program.

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Exercise Tutorial: Landmine Deadlift
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Exercise Tutorial: Landmine Deadlift

If you find that the conventional Deadlift is putting too much stress on your back, the Landmine Deadlift is for you! The Landmine Deadlift features many variations that are considered to be safer than the conventional Deadlift due to the position of the body. Learn more about the Landmine Deadlift, and how it can benefit you!

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Resistance Band Back Exercises
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Resistance Band Back Exercises

Resistance Bands are versatile pieces of equipment that can target different areas throughout the body. The Back contains many important muscles that Resistance Bands can help to target and strengthen. Learn more about Resistance Band Back Exercises, and the types of Resistance Band Exercises that you should be performing for different areas of the back.

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Exercise Tutorial: Landmine Squat
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Exercise Tutorial: Landmine Squat

The Landmine Squat is a squat variation that will allow you to work the entire body! Learn more about this exercise including which muscles are activated, and different variations of the Landmine Squat that you can perform.

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Muscle Breakdown: Pectineus
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Muscle Breakdown: Pectineus

The Pectineus is an adductor that is located in the anterior and medial compartments of the thigh. Learn more about this muscle including ways you can strengthen it, and what types of athletes are more susceptible to Pectineus injury.

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Exercise Tutorial: Forward Bend
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Exercise Tutorial: Forward Bend

The Forward Bend is a great stretch to help both the mind and body relax. Include the Forward Bend in your daily routine if you are looking to increase flexibility, relieve tension in your spine and find a few moments of mindfulness in your day!

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Muscle Breakdown: Plantaris
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Muscle Breakdown: Plantaris

The Plantaris is a small muscle in the lower leg that features a long tendon that runs down to the Ankle. Learn more about this vestigial structure including what happens when it is injured.

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