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Cable face pulls are an effective upper body exercise that help to strengthen the rear deltoids and trapezius. The exercise is really second-to-none when it comes to activating the rear deltoids and building muscle this part of the body. Stronger rear deltoids play a vital role in improving posture and combatting rounded, hunched shoulders, as […]

Heel walks are an incredibly simple yet effective way to activate the tibialis anterior (the muscle that runs along the shin bone). The movement also helps to improve balance, develop better ankle stability, and can be a great exercise to include in warm-up drills for professional athletes and beginners alike. In this exercise guide, we

Weighted dead bugs are one of our top picks when it comes to strengthening the core. By adding weight to the standard dead bug exercise, the weighted variation allows you to keep progressing the movement. Weighted dead bugs are incredibly effective at activating the abdominals and obliques, whilst also being easy on joints. This makes

The Tib Bar is a piece of exercise equipment designed to strengthen the tibialis anterior muscle. This muscle runs along the lateral side of the tibia bone (located on the shin) on each leg. When the tib muscles are weak, it can contribute to common injuries such as shin splints, knee pain and limited ankle

If there was an award in fitness for the most undertrained muscle, the tibialis anterior would have a good chance of winning. The tibialis anterior runs along the lateral side of the tibia bone on the shin. Unlike other lower body muscles, like the glutes, hamstrings, quads and calves, very few people actively train the

Limited range of motion in the hips and spine are common, especially for older adults… so when a single stretch helps unlock tightness in both these areas, then it’s definitely worth taking note of. Cue… the scorpion stretch. This scary sounding stretch isn’t so scary… and is fact, beginner-friendly and a great way to combat

The shrimp squat is a single-leg squat that builds lower body strength and improves joint mobility. The exercise primarily works the quads, glutes, hamstrings and calves… but it also requires good total body stability and balance, which engages the core too. It has a couple of variations which provide opportunity for progression, as well as

If you’re looking for an effective way to stretch out your lower back… look no further than the prone cobra push up. Sometimes referred to as simply a “prone press up”, this movement is beginner friendly, requires no equipment and has the ability to make a significant difference to your overall mobility. It’s a great

Sphinx push ups are a fantastic progression from regular push ups, particularly if you want to focus on strengthening your triceps. The exercise doesn’t require any equipment, or much space, making it perfect for home workouts too. It’s a great alternative to diamond and close grip push ups, for those who struggle with shoulder mobility