The Bowflex offers a wide range of exercises for the martial artist. You may think of the Bowflex training system as something only for models and bodybuilders, but this is not the case. Drives are good for that, too, but they’re certainly not limited to that use.
Martial Arts
Martial arts use a wide range of muscles in training and combat. The legs, arms, and back are used in different throws, kicks, and punches. All of this requires agility and muscular strength to achieve.
The legacy
Your legs are your anchor in martial arts, when you throw a punch they are what keep you firmly planted. Try to imagine hitting an opponent while he is suspended in the air, his punches would knock you back without anchoring your feet to the ground and be ineffective against your opponent.
To increase leg strength, you can do a variety of exercises.
o Leg extensions
or Squats
o Back kick with standing leg
or lunges and more
All of this can be done with a Bowflex Ultimate 2 edition home gym. In addition to becoming a more effective striker, increasing leg strength is important for kicking, catching, and picking.
Arms
Arm strength is also important when it comes to martial arts. You can have the best legs in the world and if your arms have no strength then you only have half your arsenal. Keep your arms strong and flexible by doing different types of exercises with your Bowflex.
Arm exercises:
or French Press
o Lying 45 degree triceps extension
o Seated biceps curl
o Standing biceps curl
o Seated Wrist Curl
This will strengthen your arms and wrists and make you a more effective puncher. In addition to using the home gym, you can also benefit from Bowflex free weights for dead lifts and more.
Back
Your back is very important in martial arts and other athletic activities. The back is considered part of your core and if the core is weak, the rest of the body becomes weak.
Back exercises:
o Seated Lat Rows
o Standing Side Rows
o Standing Lower Back Extensions
o Pull downs/reverse pull downs
Imagine trying to cast someone with a weak back, not a pretty picture. Increase your back strength and therefore your overall strength with the many exercises you can do in a Bowflex home gym.
Finally
Exercise and diet are important to any discipline including martial arts. You also know that stretching is a necessary part of the equation, that counts doubly in martial arts. You’ll also want to get a good cardio workout to build up your stamina for training and competition.
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