Upper body exercise is extremely important, according to Fitday.com. Exercising arms, shoulders, chest and abs is important for maintaining a overall healthy exercise regimen. Why? Because upper body strength is important for maintaining correct posture during any kind of exercise, even lower body exercise.
Furthermore, increasing upper body strength can reduce the likelihood of injury during exercise or during physical activity at work or around the home. When our muscles allow us to have a healthy posture, we are less likely to hurt ourselves when doing everyday lifting or bending. Below, you'll find some state-of-the-art exercise aids that will help you build upper body strength and overall posture.
Practice balance and endurance
Speak softly and carry a big stick. Or a CanDo Slim Weight Bar! We sell them in sets of three. Each order includes a one-pound, two-pound and three-pound exercise bar. With a CanDo Slim Weight Bar, you can practice a number of methods, including overhead lifts and forearm curls. See this exercise instructional guide for an explanation of these and other methods. You can experience a noticeable improvement in endurance, balance and motor skills by following these simple tips. These bars are especially useful due to there end caps. One end features a hanger cap and the other features an anti-roll cap.
An alternative to dumbbells
Add more pounds to your weight-training with our unique hand weights called CanDo SoftGrips. Order the pair of your choice with options ranging from one to five pounds. These hand weights are superior to traditional dumbbells, which can be uncomfortable to hold and cause problems for people with arthritis and other disabling conditions of the hand. Instead, these hand weights are soft and ergonomic yet rigid enough not to be floppy. They are also thicker and easier to hold so you won't have to be fumbling around with those thin and uncomfortable dumbbells.
Discover these simple ways to improve upper body strength. Of course, you should always consult with your doctor before changing your normal exercise regimen. If you found these handy exercise aids beneficial, feel free to browse our expert selection off other upper body exercise equipment. And don't forget to share it with your exercise buddies!
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