Primary Muscle Group: Chest, abs, thighs.
Muscle Groups Worked in This Exercise: Anterior Deltoids, Pectoralis Major, Rectus Abdominus, Quadriceps
Preparation: Lie with your upper back, neck and head supported by the ball - place an exercise band between your back and the ball. Grasp the band in each hand and bend your elbows at 90 degrees.
Breathing: Exhale when pressing hands up, inhale as you return them to start position.
Primary Muscle Group: Chest, abs, thighs.
Muscle Groups Worked in This Exercise: Anterior Deltoids, Pectoralis Major, Rectus Abdominus, Quadriceps
Preparation: Lie with your upper back, neck and head supported by the ball. Grasp a dumbbell in each hand and bend your elbows in a circular manner to your body.
Breathing: Exhale when pressing hands up in a circular motion as if you were hugging a tree, inhale as you return them to start position.
Primary Muscle Group: Chest
Muscle Groups Worked in This Exercise: Latissimus dorsi, Teres Major
Preparation: Lie with your upper back, neck and head supported by the ball - place an exercise band between your back and the ball. Grasp the band in each hand and bend your arms extended towards the ceiling. Tighten your abs and get ready!
Breathing: Inhale as you lower your arms, exhale as you press your hands together.
Primary Muscle Group: Chest
Muscle Groups Worked in This Exercise: Deltoideus, Triceps brachii, Pectoralis Major
Preparation: Stabalize ball against a wall if necessary. Assume a push up position with your hands shoulder width apart on the ball.
Breathing: Inhale while lowering your chest and exhale as you press back to start.