UPPER-BODY MOVEMENTS

In our Strength Training System, most exercises that are being considered for a specific program will be placed into one of three general movement categories. Upper Body Movements involve rotation of the shoulder joint, elbow flexion and extension. These exercises will increase strength of the chest, upper back, traps, shoulder region, and arms. Typically, the movement patterns are either pulling or pushing in either a vertical or horizontal plane dependent upon body position.

ARMS / TRICEP EXERCISES

These are supplemental movements, not typically added to our programs. We offer several different variations for athletes to choose from or we will prescribe based on need.

Triceps Pushdowns: Standing Cable / Band

• Stand facing the cable machine. Grab a bar with an overhand grip, thumbs touching
• You also have the option use an underhand grip, or neutral grip using a tricep rope.
• Begin with arms bent, elbows at your side and bar at chest height
• Standing in athletic position, lean slightly forward, using only your triceps, extend your arms to full extension
• Squeeze your triceps at the bottom of the movement and repeat