Exercise of the Month: August, 2008

The Bicycle

It's not too late to work on your summer six-pack!

Target Muscles: Rectus Adbominia, Inter and External Obliques

Synergist Muscles: Transversus Abdominus, Erector Spinae

Get set! Lie on your back with your legs extended and hands behind your ears.

Movement: Bend one leg as the opposite elbow crosses toward your knee. Alternate your arms with the opposite legs keeping your legs close to the ground as you cycle back and forth.

Tips: Think about moving your shoulder toward your knee rather then your elbow. Keep a steady comfortable pace. 

How many? Try doing as many repetitions as you comfortably can for 3 sets with a :30 second rest between sets.*

* Submitted By,

Chris Fournie, Progressive Martial Arts & Fitness