EXERCISE OF THE WEEK: Week 24

In lieu of summer, we'll spend some time toning our arms.  Arm work can be quite simple when you know exercises to strengthen the different arm muscles. The next few weeks we will discuss the anatomy of the arm and how to engage the different muscle complexes. 

The main muscles you hear when relating to arm exercises are as follows: 

Each of these muscles play an active role in arm strength, stability and endurance.

EXERCISE OF THE WEEK

REVERSE FLY

This exercise can be done with or without weights. Check out great alternatives or dumb bells HERE or if performing without, focus on flexing your arm muscles for the duration of the exercise (you'll still feel the burn!).

Proper Form: Bend your knees a little, and move your arms outward in a flying motion until your arms form a straight line across. Slowly lower your arms to the starting position. (see above pics)
***TIP: It is very important that your palms are facing your body and not each other.

Muscles Engaged: This move engages your rear deltoid muscles (the muscles at the back of your shoulders)