by Jessica Surman | Aug 29, 2025 | Technique
Equipment needed: Cable machine Rope handle How to do: If the cable is adjustable, position it as far up as you can, if it’s a fixed cable, choose the upper attachment point. Next, add a rope attachment to the cable machine. Hold onto either end of the rope with...
by Jessica Surman | Jul 30, 2025 | Technique
The “pigeon stretch” typically refers to the pigeon pose in yoga, which is a deep hip-opening stretch that also targets the glutes and lower back. It involves bringing one leg forward with the shin parallel to the mat, and the other leg extended back, and...
by Jessica Surman | May 27, 2025 | Exercises, Technique
Equipment needed Height adjustable cable machine Single grip handle Instructions: Start by positioning the height of the cable to knee height. Attach a single grip handle. Grab the handle and step away from the cable to take the tension of the weight. Turn side on to...
by Sarah Bellis | Apr 29, 2025 | Exercises, Technique
What is it? A Bulgarian Plyometric Split Squat is an advanced variation of your Bulgarian split squat. It combines strength training with plyometrics, enhancing power, because of its unilateral aspect. It is a great alternative to a normal jumping squat, especially...
by Sarah Bellis | Apr 1, 2025 | Technique
Being a compound exercise, the Romanian Deadlift (RDL) strengthens the core and lower body simultaneously and is primarily used to target the posterior chain muscles: hamstrings, glutes and the erector spine. How to do an RDL: Positioning the barbell directly on the...
by Sarah Bellis | Mar 5, 2025 | Technique
The first step before getting onto the machine is ensuring the pad for your hips is pointing up at an angle; you can do this by pulling the yellow toggle at the end of the pad. Now sit inside the machine with your feet on the large metal panel (foot/leg positioning...
