There are a few different machines in the gym for this- you can do them seated like me, or lying! If seated, place your ankles on top of the padded bar. Engage your core, and use your hamstrings to press down on the bar & think about curling it down underneath you. Use the resistance of the weight on the way back to starting position too.
Weight Reccomendations:
Beginner:14-40lbs
Intermediate:45-80lbs
Advanced:85-100lbs
*Modification: you can do these lying with medicine ball or band!
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LAT PULL DOWN (4x12)
Grab the bar with your palms facing forward, as you pull, slightly lean back to pull the bar into your chest & make sure to engage your lats & your core throughout the movement!
Beginner: 30-50lbs
Intermediate: 55-70lbs
Advanced: 70-100+lbs*Modification: do tricep extensions with dumbbells
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CABLE TRICEP PUSH DOWN (4x12)
Stand close to the machine, grab the attachment, engage your core & push the attachment down, engaging your triceps & keeping your elbows in close by your side!
Weight recommendations:
Beginner: 10-15lbs
Intermediate: 20-35lbs
Advanced: 40-60+lbs*Modification: do tricep extensions with dumb...
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SQUAT PRESS (4x12)
Find a weight that challenges you, but allows you to keep proper form. Engage your core, slowly drop into a squat, keeping your core engaged & push through your heels. Make sure not to fully lock out your legs.
Beginner: Dumbbell squats or bodyweight-10lbs plates on the machine
Intermediate: 25...
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