HOW TO TRAIN AT HOME PART 2/5: LOWER BODY

HOW TO TRAIN AT HOME PART 2/5: LOWER BODY

HOW TO TRAIN AT HOME PART 2/5: LOWER BODY

The session outlined below provides 6 different exercises performed in pairs, for example โ€“ perform the prescribed number of reps for A1, followed by A2, rest for the prescribed amount of time then back to A1 to start set number 2 and so forth.ย 

Key variable to note โ€“ tempo. Every exercise has a prescribed tempo, this is to govern the duration of an exercise and level of difficulty. A slower, controlled tempo can often ensure optimal technique is performed but can also produce more fatigue which can help contribute to making an โ€˜equipment freeโ€™ session more challenging.ย 

If you want to just bash out exercises with no control or tempo, minimal technique focus and increase your likelihood of injuring yourself โ€“ just follow one of the popular online guruโ€™s.ย 

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Swipe across to see each exercise performed and ensure you replicate the technique and tempo to the best of your ability.

A1) Split Squat (Back Foot Raised), 4:2:2:0 Tempo, 12 Reps E/S

A2) Hip Thrust (Torso Raised, Single-Leg), 4:0:2:2 Tempo, 12 Reps E/S

30 Seconds Rest, 3 Sets

B1) Cyclist Squat (Supported), 3:1:2:0 Tempo, 15 Reps

B2) Copenhagen Plank (Top Leg Bent), 3:0:2:1 Tempo, 15 Reps E/S

30 Seconds Rest, 3 Sets

C1) Reverse Nordic Curl (Knees Supported), 2:1:2:0 Tempo, 20 Reps

C2) Hamstring March (Alternate-Leg), 2:0:2:1 Tempo, 20 Reps E/S

30 Seconds Rest, 3 Sets

Once you have completed 3 sets of all 6 exercises, perform a giant set with the same reps and tempo for all 6 one time through with no rest!

Part 3/5 for this home training series will be posted tomorrow, enjoy!