EXERCISE OF THE WEEK; Week 8

Here is another full body exercise to add to your routine.  This combines some previous exercises incorporating your arms.

Exercise of the week: 

FORWARD LUNGE WITH ARM DIVERS

Proper Form: Stand with your feet together and your arms raised at shoulder height (see photo 1).  Slowly lift one foot off the floor, stabilizing your body on the supporting leg. Avoid any sideways tilting or swaying in your upper body, keep your core tight (think belly button to spine). Hold this position momentarily before stepping forward.  
Lunge forward keeping your arms straight. Maintain a flat back and drive your extended arms toward the floor (in a pressing motion). Hands should reach somewhere below your knees. Firmly push off with your front leg, activating your quads and glutes (thigh and butt) to return to your upright starting position.

***TIP - As you lunge forward, focus more on dropping your hips towards the floor rather than driving your hips forward. This will help control the amount of forward movement of your shinbone and prevent injury

Muscles Engaged: This exercise incorporates all your major muscle groups in your body, to make this a great full body exercise. The majority focus in on the abs, butt, hips, thighs and shins and shoulders.