A Great Home Exercise Routine To Build Upper Body Strength
If you want to achieve a body that is perfectly proportioned
, performs at its maximum strength, power and flexibility you need an all round fitness program. Many people who want to build their muscles and physique tend to focus only on a few muscle groups. The muscle groups usually are the ones they can see in the mirror.
Developing your body has the benefit of making you look good however, training muscles has a more important role than something that is cosmetic. Strong physical muscles are essential for the efficient movement of the body. When it comes to sports they enable us to perform at our peak during physical activities. Strong muscles also make us more flexible and reduce the risk of us getting injured.
When you focus on training one or two muscle groups repetitively you create an imbalance in your body. This imbalance occurs when one muscle group is developed and another muscle group is under used. This results in your body not being able to reach its full potential in terms of performance and flexibility.
In order to reach your maximum body fitness you need to design a fitness program that involves a variety of lower and upper body exercises. When it comes to strength training you have the advantage that you do not require a lot of exercise equipment. You can use many items of household furniture or just your own body weight to perform these exercises effectively.
In this article I will be focusing on the upper body and in particular the arms. The exercise I am about to describe is a simple but effective one in building your upper body strength.
The Double Chair Dip
This is a variation on the basic chair dip however, it is more difficult to do. In this exercise both your arms and feet are raised off the ground. You will need to use two chairs one on either end to support your feet and arms. Ensure the chairs are positioned on a level surface and that they are strong enough to take your body weight. Sit on the edge of one chair and grip its edges with each hand. Place the heel of each foot on the other chair with the toes pointing upwards. Move off the edge of the chair and lower your body towards the floor by bending your arms. When your elbows reach a right angle pause and then slowly rise up to the starting position and repeat. You can add a weight such as a medicine ball on to your lap for a more intense exercise.
If you have a health condition then consult with your doctor before changing your exercise routine.