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Ramesh RT, Vishnumaya G, Prakashchandra SK. Variation in the origin of sternocleidomastoid muscle. A case report. Int J Morphol 2007;25(3):621-623. It just means that a piece of equipment that let’s you do one thing is specialised for that one movement. Movement of the upper trapezius involves elevation and upward rotation of the scapula, whereas scapular retraction and depression are the resulting actions of the middle and lower trapezius, respectively. Scalenes

Primarily responsible for the lateral flexion of the cervical spine and secondarily serving as a muscle of respiration, the scalenes, similar to the trapezius, are composed of three aspects: anterior, medius, and posterior.(1) Lateral flexion and rotation are similar in that both these movement patterns deal with left-to-right movement, but they differ a bit in specifics.A special thanks goes out to Wesley Showalter and Justin Assadinia of the Penn State Rugby team for demonstrating the exercises featured in the videos in this article. References What started with a focus on athlete safety has evolved into a modern approach to fixing the crippling posture of modern society.

You’ve likely heard the term “keep your head on a swivel”. This means that you need to be constantly looking around you and scanning for threats and opportunities. And what muscles are responsible for helping us turn our head, look up, look down, etc? The most basic piece of equipment you will have if you have a home gym setup. If you don’t and are looking at training from home, buy weight plates that will fit an Olympic bar not a standard bar so you won’t have to buy again.Some say that if you don’t apply the techniques correctly you’re going to get injured, but the same can be said for the likes of a deadlift or any other weight lifting technique. If you don’t stretch and have no clue what you’re doing, the chances of getting hurt are through the roof! Bodybuilders are doing everything possible to reach the highest levels of physique possible, and that’s why we praise them for these feats. Unfortunately, there have been all sorts of mix-ups about these two, but hey, don't get your wires crossed!

If performed safely following thorough instruction and under subsequent supervision of a qualified coach or trainer, one can reap the benefits of the exercise. I like to start off with around 2 pounds and gradually bump things up to around 10 pounds, which is currently where I’m sitting.Starting with manual resistance allows for a more stable and predictable environment due to the fact that both hands are planted on the floor and the pressure applied to the head can be better regulated. In terms of tempo, this is another area where sport specificity matters. Most athletes benefit from a standard 2020 tempo, whereas those in grappling sports where more isometric work is necessary should opt for a slower 1018 tempo. The same bet here, 5 sets, 5 reps, go heavy or go home, and if you workout at home, go heavy anyway. Shoulder Shrugs