DB Around the Wold to Bicep Curl to Alt. Punch/Punch
- Duration: 00:00:27
### Body Part/Parts Used:
- Shoulders (Deltoids)
- Upper Arms (Biceps Brachii)
- Forearms (Brachioradialis)
- Core (Obliques and Rectus Abdominis)
#### Equipment Needed:
- Dumbbells
- Optional: Exercise mat for better footing
#### Difficulty:
- Intermediate to Advanced
#### Directions:
1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
2. Engage your core and keep your back straight.
3. Begin by lifting the dumbbells laterally in a wide arc motion, effectively performing an "around the world" movement until the dumbbells meet above your head.
4. Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder level but keep them in front of you, transitioning into a bicep curl position.
5. Perform a bicep curl by flexing the elbows and bringing the dumbbells toward your shoulders.
6. After completing the bicep curl, extend your arms back to the starting position.
7. Transition into the alternating punch by fully extending one arm in a punching motion while keeping the other dumbbell at the shoulder.
8. Retract the arm back to the shoulder level and perform the punch with the opposite arm.
9. Return to the starting position and prepare for the next repetition.
#### What it does for a person as well as the benefits:
This exercise is a multi-joint, compound movement that targets multiple muscle groups, offering a comprehensive upper-body workout. The 'around the world' portion engages the deltoids and activates the stabilizers in your shoulders and upper back. The bicep curl focuses on building strength in the biceps, while the alternating punch not only works the arms but also engages the core for stability.
The combination of movements can also improve coordination and balance, making it a functional exercise that has practical applications in daily activities and sports. Additionally, by working multiple muscle groups in one sequence, it's an effective way to elevate your heart rate, potentially aiding in fat loss when incorporated into a HIIT regimen.
- Shoulders (Deltoids)
- Upper Arms (Biceps Brachii)
- Forearms (Brachioradialis)
- Core (Obliques and Rectus Abdominis)
#### Equipment Needed:
- Dumbbells
- Optional: Exercise mat for better footing
#### Difficulty:
- Intermediate to Advanced
#### Directions:
1. Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides.
2. Engage your core and keep your back straight.
3. Begin by lifting the dumbbells laterally in a wide arc motion, effectively performing an "around the world" movement until the dumbbells meet above your head.
4. Lower the dumbbells back to shoulder level but keep them in front of you, transitioning into a bicep curl position.
5. Perform a bicep curl by flexing the elbows and bringing the dumbbells toward your shoulders.
6. After completing the bicep curl, extend your arms back to the starting position.
7. Transition into the alternating punch by fully extending one arm in a punching motion while keeping the other dumbbell at the shoulder.
8. Retract the arm back to the shoulder level and perform the punch with the opposite arm.
9. Return to the starting position and prepare for the next repetition.
#### What it does for a person as well as the benefits:
This exercise is a multi-joint, compound movement that targets multiple muscle groups, offering a comprehensive upper-body workout. The 'around the world' portion engages the deltoids and activates the stabilizers in your shoulders and upper back. The bicep curl focuses on building strength in the biceps, while the alternating punch not only works the arms but also engages the core for stability.
The combination of movements can also improve coordination and balance, making it a functional exercise that has practical applications in daily activities and sports. Additionally, by working multiple muscle groups in one sequence, it's an effective way to elevate your heart rate, potentially aiding in fat loss when incorporated into a HIIT regimen.
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