Full body exercise

23/05/2013 Off By AlexPinto

This is one of the exercises I like to use when I’m training as you can have a really good full body workout in just a few minutes.

If you would you like to do a whole body workout but don’t have too much time this is a good option as you are going to work everything. Legs, arms (pulling and pushing muscles), core, strength, cardio.

You can perform it with a barbell, a pair of dumbbells or a pair of kettlebells.

Make sure you use a challenging weight but heavy enough to perform a shoulder press with a good technique.

During the push up phase keep your spine with a neutral alignment (don’t let your back collapse or arch).

During the shoulder press phase also keep your spine in neutral. To help to keep a good alignment keep your bar slightly forward (not straight above your head).

Clean and press with push up

Clean and press with push up

If you need an option, try to do it without the push up but hold for a few seconds on a plank position instead.

As with all exercises listen to your body and ask for a professional advice if not sure how to perform.