Spring Rob's Terrific 20 - Day #5 - Fri, February 11th

Rob's Terrific 20 

Day #5: Friday, February 11th

Workout focus TRICEPS + LEGS

• Bench Dips 4x10
• Kickbacks 3x10-12
• Bodyweight Squats 3x12
• Cardio - 30 minutes your choice
• *After each exercise there are two numbers.  The first is the sets and the second is the reps.  For example: "Push Ups 3x10" means do 3 sets of 10 push ups with a break between each set - 10 push ups, break, 10 more, etc.

Here are some descriptions and images to help you complete the exercise.
*Information is from workoutlabs.com

Bench Dip

1. Set up 2 flat benches opposite each other. They should be roughly the distance of your hips to the floor apart.
2. Stand with your back to one bench,facing the other, then crouch down placing your palms behind you on the edge of the bench. Your arms should be fully extended at shoulder width, with your fingers facing forward.
3. Place the heels of your feet on the other bench. Keep your legs fully extended.
4. Slowly lower yourself down by bending your elbows,until they are at 90 degrees or slightly less. Hold for a count of one.
5. Return to the starting position by pushing yourself up using only your triceps to straighten your arms. Hold then repeat

Kickbacks

1. Start by standing to the right of a flat bench with a dumbbell on the floor to your right.
2. Place your left knee on the bench with your left hand palm down n the bench in front of it. In this position, keep your back straight.
3. Pick up the dumbbell with your right hand using an overhand grip.
4. Raise your arm until it is in line with your body, keeping your elbow tucked into your side and bent to a 90 degree angle. Your forearm should be pointing straight down to the floor.
5. Extend your arm using your triceps to lift the weight until it is level with your shoulder.
6. Hold for a count of one while squeezing your tricep.
7. Lower to the starting position by bending your elbow to 90 degrees.Hold and repeat.
8. Complete the set for your right arm before changing stance to work your left arm.
   Note: Only your forearm should move during this exercise.

Bodyweight Squat

1. Stand with your feet hip width apart. Your toes should be pointing straight ahead or only slightly outward.
2. Cross your arms in front of your body, place your hands behind your head (prisoner squat) or at the sides of your head.
3. Keep your weight on your heels and bend your knees while lowering your hips towards the ground as if you are sitting down on a chair.
4. Keep your back straight at all times.
5. Continue until you feel a slight stretch in your quadriceps. Pause for a count of one. Do not let your knees extend out beyond the level of your toes.
6. Return to the start position by pushing down through your heels and extending your hips forward until you are standing straight. Repeat.

Cardio of Your Choice

Some ideas to consider

• Treadmill
• Bike
• Elliptical
• Rower
• Anything else that gets your heart rate up