Justina Ercole
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HOW TO PROGRAM FOR POWER
Hey everybody! Today we’re going through the basics of how to program for power. Leave any Qs about programming down below :)
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FUNCTIONAL FITNESS FOR PETITES | the ultimate short girl workout program
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Before you even watch the video, please know this is satirical lol. BUT there are some great actionable tips at the end to help my fellow shorties navigate equipment that is meant for someone larger than us. Drop any questions below! MORE FITSPIRATION // czcams.com/play/PLZAvg_Upi09ZXM-tbzShFMV-gmyvHICoV.html WORK WITH ME // www.justinaercole.com FREE 8 WEEK BEGINNER GYM GUIDE // www.boostcamp....
HOW TO PROGRAM FOR MAX STRENGTH
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Hey everybody! Today we’re going through the basics of how to program for max strength. Leave any Qs about programming down below :) MORE SCIENCE BACKED VIDEOS // czcams.com/play/PLZAvg_Upi09YoAyvHoEYaJQO1ONCCWwTz.html WORK WITH ME // www.justinaercole.com FREE 8 WEEK BEGINNER GYM GUIDE // www.boostcamp.app/#justina FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES // justinaercoletraining@gmail.com CERTIFICATIONS // NAS...
5 things I do as a *successful* small business owner.
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Hey everybody! Today I’m sharing 5 things I do as a successful small business owner. I’ve been coaching since 2016 and branched off into self-employment in 2020. Although I’ve been making it up as I do (and kind of still am lol), I feel like I have some good experience to share :) MENTIONS // Somble | www.somble.com/?=JERCYT1 MORE TEACHING TIPS // czcams.com/play/PLZAvg_Upi09YcxuFEjbN75LQ9qbrpx...
HOW TO PROGRAM FOR HYPERTROPHY
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Hey everybody! Today we’re going through the basics of how to program for hypertrophy. Leave any Qs about programming down below :) MORE SCIENCE BACKED VIDEOS // czcams.com/play/PLZAvg_Upi09YoAyvHoEYaJQO1ONCCWwTz.html WORK WITH ME // www.justinaercole.com FREE 8 WEEK BEGINNER GYM GUIDE // www.boostcamp.app/#justina FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES // justinaercoletraining@gmail.com CERTIFICATIONS // NASM...
THE ULTIMATE FAT LOSS GUIDE | skinny fat, calorie deficit, tips & tricks
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Hey everybody! Today I’m bringing you the ultimate fat loss guide. We’ll discuss the current recommendations for body fat, what body fat is, and then my top tips as a coach regarding fat loss. Enjoy :) MENTIONS // PN Calculator | www.precisionnutrition.com/nutrition-calculator MORE VIDEOS // How to Lose Belly Fat | czcams.com/video/XdYsAB_gl-g/video.html Fat Burn Workouts | czcams.com/video/_Tz...
The best and the worst of fitness TikTok this month.
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Hey everybody! Today I’m bringing you the best and the worst of fitness TikTok this month. Enjoy :) MORE FITSPIRATION // czcams.com/play/PLZAvg_Upi09ZXM-tbzShFMV-gmyvHICoV.html WORK WITH ME // www.justinaercole.com FREE 8 WEEK BEGINNER GYM GUIDE // www.boostcamp.app/#justina FOR BUSINESS INQUIRIES // justinaercoletraining@gmail.com CERTIFICATIONS // NASM CPT | www.nasm.org/become-a-personal-tra...
NYC WEEK IN THE LIFE | personal trainer, virtual group fitness, workouts, & more!
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NYC WEEK IN THE LIFE | personal trainer, virtual group fitness, workouts, & more!
FITBYMIK REVIEW | training with bands vs weights
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FITBYMIK REVIEW | training with bands vs weights
The truth about stomach vacuums.
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The truth about stomach vacuums.
Petite fitness is a scam.
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Petite fitness is a scam.
The *cons* of training upper body for women.
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The *cons* of training upper body for women.
Taylor Swift might be pregnant and I couldn’t care less.
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Taylor Swift might be pregnant and I couldn’t care less.
The most bizarre fitness content I saw online this month.
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The most bizarre fitness content I saw online this month.
10 advanced exercises I *rarely* do with clients.
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10 advanced exercises I *rarely* do with clients.
BEHIND THE SCENES OF TRAINING MY HUSBAND | mobility assessment, functional training, & more!
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BEHIND THE SCENES OF TRAINING MY HUSBAND | mobility assessment, functional training, & more!
New study shows spot reduction is possible?!
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New study shows spot reduction is possible?!
LUCY WYNDHAM-READ REVIEW | the truth about fat burn workouts
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LUCY WYNDHAM-READ REVIEW | the truth about fat burn workouts
MY PROGRESS AFTER 6 WEEKS OF TRAINING | how to create a functional workout
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MY PROGRESS AFTER 6 WEEKS OF TRAINING | how to create a functional workout
HOW TO OVERHEAD PRESS FOR BEGINNERS
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HOW TO OVERHEAD PRESS FOR BEGINNERS
HOW TO LUNGE FOR BEGINNERS
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HOW TO LUNGE FOR BEGINNERS
HOW TO ROW FOR BEGINNERS
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HOW TO ROW FOR BEGINNERS
HOW TO SQUAT FOR BEGINNERS
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HOW TO SQUAT FOR BEGINNERS
HOW TO PUSH UP FOR BEGINNERS
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HOW TO PUSH UP FOR BEGINNERS
HOW TO DEADLIFT FOR BEGINNERS
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HOW TO DEADLIFT FOR BEGINNERS
JULIA REPPEL REVIEW | mobility, kettlebells, running, & more!
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Personal trainer reviews JAKE GYLLENHAAL’S ROAD HOUSE workout.
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Personal trainer reviews JAKE GYLLENHAAL’S ROAD HOUSE workout.

Komentáře

  • @MichellePatterson-fx6iw
    @MichellePatterson-fx6iw Před 46 minutami

    My second workout with you. Was awesome. My daughter subscribed as well.

  • @laurieann2714
    @laurieann2714 Před 2 hodinami

    I also thought that the term "skinny fat" was gone but since Ozempic has come around, I think it has made a resurgence!! I was anorexic as a teenager and these terms are so misleading. I am 58 and healthy (which is a struggle0. I was a personal trainer and fitness instructor for 28 years and saw so much misinformation! I appreciate your common sense and your factual content, and your sense of humor. You and TeamForNeverLean and Shredded Sports Science are my favorite go-tos for these things. Thanks!!!

  • @Queenlili4life
    @Queenlili4life Před 3 hodinami

    I just was watching that video but I didn’t finish it

  • @avany6552
    @avany6552 Před 3 hodinami

    For health and longevity should I Go for Power or strengh? Great video Justina thanks

  • @avany6552
    @avany6552 Před 3 hodinami

    You're too funny, love the video as always Justina and those tips are gold

  • @TheGazudoad
    @TheGazudoad Před 3 hodinami

    Of course they lie, people dont like true, true is always gross.

  • @avany6552
    @avany6552 Před 3 hodinami

    So much info, thanks Justina. I dream of one day doing a pull up. It just looks so cool

  • @paigeresch9338
    @paigeresch9338 Před 3 hodinami

    So many great tips in a pretty short video! 1) Focusing on power during my warmup to get more out of each workout. 2) that chest pass also looks like a great all-around core workout resisting the urge to bend. 3) those kettle bell swings had a lot more info than most videos I've seen. I might actually feel comfortable trying them now!

  • @Dontnegotiatewithterrorist
    @Dontnegotiatewithterrorist Před 4 hodinami

    You might want to drop the POW camp reference ..........As they had no ability to hop in the car and order Big Macs 24/7

  • @sjdelacy7712
    @sjdelacy7712 Před 4 hodinami

    When I saw Box jumps I was like NO WE HAVE LOST JUSTINA TO THE HELLISH ABYSS OF CROSSFIT. Then I saw the nice padded step and I was like YAY WE HAVE SUCKED JUSTINA INTO THE GLORIOUS CULT OF STEP AEROBICS.

  • @penguinalygirl
    @penguinalygirl Před 4 hodinami

    Any recommendations for calorie tracking?

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 4 hodinami

      Any app you enjoy! I haven’t tracked in a while but I’ve used My Fitness Pal and my Fitbit app.

  • @tickbait777
    @tickbait777 Před 5 hodinami

    What are your favorite plyometric exercises? Especially for runners?

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 4 hodinami

      Pogos! There’s soooo much variety too.

  • @violetash9597
    @violetash9597 Před 6 hodinami

    Oh I just asked this on another video but arm muscle/strength imbalances as a video topic. For example, I’ve been following unilateral workouts for the last 6months-ish, but I find my left side is not catching up to my right side still. I’m right handed so I think my right side is taking over too much.

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 6 hodinami

      Hey! I think I already responded to that comment, but if you’ve made zero progress (meaning no increase in weight or reps) in 6 months and you’re having pain, I would recommend seeing a PT. Sorry I’m not more help!

    • @violetash9597
      @violetash9597 Před 6 hodinami

      @@JustinaErcole thank you for the reply! It’s all good. I will look into PT then. I have progressed a little but I only changed my weight by about 3lbs and that was a few months ago.

  • @violetash9597
    @violetash9597 Před 6 hodinami

    I’ve been starting with my weaker side first and have been doing single side/unilateral training for a few months, but my left side is still pretty weak compared to my right side. And recently my right arm has been hurting for a few days. I think because I’m right handed, my right side is taking over too much. Is there a way to fix this? Or is there another video you could do going into more detail about arm imbalances?

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 6 hodinami

      If you haven't made any progress and now you're experiencing pain, I'd recommend going to a physical therapist to see what the issue is!

  • @TheHazyRigby
    @TheHazyRigby Před 6 hodinami

    Awesome, thanks, Justina!!

  • @deschroma.
    @deschroma. Před 7 hodinami

    Thanks for this series! It's very helpful. You consistently come out with great content. You should be so proud of yourself for managing all that you do!

  • @srachna23
    @srachna23 Před 8 hodinami

    Hey Justina! I was lowkey waiting for this one since you started the series haha. So I do want to incorporate some plyometrics/power moves into my training alongside my strength training. (I also want to incorporate agility training but I'm not sure how). But the thing is, do you recommend taking out a separate day for power, or just adding one plyo/power move per workout? Like, if I'm doing lower body, I add one lower body power move. And if I'm doing upper body, I add an upper body power move? Also, would you recommend doing these at the end of the session, or before? Right now I'm doing it after, as a finisher, but I'm so clueless about power training I'm happy to switch. And just one last question (sorry for so many omg), what's a good upper body power move besides the med ball chest pass? Would dumbbell snatches count as one?

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 7 hodinami

      So many great Qs! 1) You can absolutely do a whole power day, but it shouldn’t be super long (30 min or less) since you’re gonna run out of steam quicker due to the force production. 2) Second option is to add 1-3 drills before your strength work. I like it before because it will prime your nervous system for your big lifts, and you’ll have a little more energy than at the end. 3) If you prefer to keep it at the end, the weight should be kept lower due to fatigue. 4) Some other upper body power drills that I use are snatches, jerks, push press, and plyo push ups.

    • @srachna23
      @srachna23 Před 6 hodinami

      @@JustinaErcole Perfect! Thank you so much for answering them all! Still can't do a proper pushup so I'll just go with snatches for now!

  • @TheSnackWrap
    @TheSnackWrap Před 8 hodinami

    Cool! Imma take notes! 😅

  • @lisadee7150
    @lisadee7150 Před 8 hodinami

    I've learned so much from watching your channel. Thank you for all the quality information you provide!

  • @spanditanandi8560
    @spanditanandi8560 Před 8 hodinami

    Loving this series! So informative

  • @emmajohson767
    @emmajohson767 Před 8 hodinami

    Thank you so much for this video! I'm always so excited when you come out with new things. :)

  • @thatonedog819
    @thatonedog819 Před 9 hodinami

    Most seasoning is has little to no calories - you will not catch me eating unseasoned chicken beast ever 😂 That said, I do sometimes enjoy some steamed veg with salt and pepper I will add that probiotics mostly aren't bs - but there's a lot of bs around it. Especially if you're on antibiotics, a good probiotic can really help you because those antibiotics kill your gut microbiome - and are pretty much essential if you're on it for long periods of time. But finding one that actually works is very difficult. Good rule of thumb - if it's not refrigerated, it's not that effective. On the topic of being overweight - that's between them and their doctor and their trainer if they chose to have one. you don't need to be harassing people about it

  • @user-mr5dv9ok9s
    @user-mr5dv9ok9s Před 11 hodinami

    Hello ❤ i have a question can i do pilates and hiit cardio in the same time or day sorry for 😅my English it's not the best

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 10 hodinami

      No apology needed! And as long as you’re recovering fine, I don’t see an issue with it :)

    • @user-mr5dv9ok9s
      @user-mr5dv9ok9s Před 10 hodinami

      @@JustinaErcole ❤️ thanks for responding me

  • @Cookie4gnf
    @Cookie4gnf Před 13 hodinami

    Before the video even starts, I need to answer your question and tell you that I am a Slytherin :))

  • @thatonedog819
    @thatonedog819 Před 17 hodinami

    One of my friends threw up during the mile and STILL got a D. I was recently diagnosed with POTS which causes exercise intolerance which means I need to really slowly work up my cardio - I've had it since I was a kid. Which explains why I always wanted to pass out in gym class, especially while running. And then I could barely function the rest of the day. My breathing was really bad the rest of the day too. I remember another kid having a major asthma attack while running.

  • @nicolek5435
    @nicolek5435 Před 20 hodinami

    I love this series please do more of these videos!

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 11 hodinami

      I do one every month! Glad you enjoyed :)

  • @alexbuchholz7072
    @alexbuchholz7072 Před 22 hodinami

    I think that everybody with a minimum of commen sense knows that he will not get slim and toned arms in 7 days. Her audience is mainly older people, beginners, overweight, etc. It helps people, that are not gym buddies or guros of the fitness world to get on ther feet and to move and not sitting on the couch. It has helped quiet a lot of people who start with 7 minutes but than build up on this. This is called motivation.

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 11 hodinami

      So instead of holding people accountable for their words and message, we should blame the consumer for believing them?

    • @alexbuchholz7072
      @alexbuchholz7072 Před 5 hodinami

      She helps people to get healthy that normally are no fitness person. She puts a lot of effort into being creative and a lot of her 7 minute workout really work. Not because they really target the belly fat, as we all no you can not spot reduce, but because the people start moving and commit to something and for that reason they start loosing inches and because its fun. She uses it to clickbait, of course she does, but I have heard of others that use the names of way more fameous youtubers than themselves as clickbait for their videos and than they even soy mainly negatve stuff so they can pretend that what they are doing i so much more ethical.

  • @RobinB-wd3nk
    @RobinB-wd3nk Před dnem

    I am loving scrolling through your videos for the first time since finding you today! ❤As a Registered Dietitian, THANK YOU for educating on staying within your “scope of practice!” It is against our professional Code of Ethics to give advice outside of our scope.

  • @MichellePatterson-fx6iw

    My first time following your routine and enjoyed it. 62 here so was a bit slow.

  • @thatonedog819
    @thatonedog819 Před dnem

    He makes things so approachable and shame free when starting what you can.... I can't tell you how many times I've heard a fitness influencer mock someone for using small weights or even only doing push ups instead of something with weight. It's very demotivating. I'm just starting and im focusing more on physical therapy reasons. So I'm doing exercises I've been told to do in the past by my pt and incorporating his work outs too. I'm not looking to be a body builder, I'm looking to hold my body in a way that doesn't hurt me and do some moving for health reasons.

  • @thatonedog819
    @thatonedog819 Před dnem

    Okay yall I am extremely sensitive to changes in taste and texture. I am autistic and it's something I have been cursed with. Benifiber doesn't change taste or texture. Add it to your oatmeal and add some berries too while you're at it, your drink of choice (I usually do lemonade), salad dressing, ect... It's supper easy to incorporate into your diet. Costco has the same thing, but Costco brand. You're looking for wheat dextrose. You know who told me to increase my fiber? My urologist after I went to her with painful and debilitating incontinence issues that I couldn't even hold a job with, made me cry constantly, and miss a ton of class. Guess who's doing MUCH better. I've got a full time job and am going back to college

  • @DahliasDrive
    @DahliasDrive Před dnem

    This is so extremely helpful! This is going to benefit my life so much. I had to do PT for a knee injury and they told me better core strength would allow me to hike more safely next time. But I had always avoided the planks they told me to do because of wrist pain and muscle fatigue. Doing short reps in a longer set helps so much. And doing plank from forearms is going to be so incredible. I’m so excited now!!

  • @sooraj.s.p9112
    @sooraj.s.p9112 Před dnem

    1:51 😂

  • @bybbah
    @bybbah Před dnem

    Hi it is my wrist that prevents me to do push up ok i have weak arm but i csn do plank even though i have weak lumbar. I m slowly doing weight in my arm exercises to get some strength i truly want to do push ups.i will try this idea and see if works .thanks

  • @star_chaser_f
    @star_chaser_f Před dnem

    This are great variations to start, but i would recommend trying to strengthen your wrists, it will come im handy later

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před dnem

      Agreed! I’ve also made videos on how to do that :)

  • @StephyM.C.
    @StephyM.C. Před dnem

    "fun stuff" is very ambiguous when talking about exercise.

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před dnem

      Well that’s because everyone has different goals and enjoyments.

  • @Aly-q1x
    @Aly-q1x Před dnem

    hello! loved the video! i do have a question that i think i already know the answer to, but when people promote “fat burning exercises” are those generally just exercises that burn a lot of calories, a marketing gimmick, or do they actually exercise the fat like strength training exercises the muscles?

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před dnem

      Hey! Nope there is no way to train fat. You can either store it through a surplus or lose it through a deficit.

  • @LizT-qx3xl
    @LizT-qx3xl Před 2 dny

    I was wondering why this video wasn't thirty seconds long followed by seven minutes of crazed laughter

  • @kaitlanlinnea
    @kaitlanlinnea Před 2 dny

    Whoa. Mind blown. Thank you!

  • @creationslandscapedesigns

    I cannot plank on my wrist as it hurts. But I can plank just fine if my fingers are to the ground from the back. Not sure how to explain.

  • @kaktuskukkarossa
    @kaktuskukkarossa Před 2 dny

    I used to plank/do push ups with my hands in a fist, fingers against the floor (so straight wrists). My wrists were fine but if my hands were wrapped for boxing then having wrists in a straight position was more comfortable

  • @maryhamric
    @maryhamric Před 2 dny

    As someone who is 5'1" this was totally informative and fun!! 💗💗 Also you can put yoga blocks or weight plates under your feet when doing bench presses. My feet don't really touch enough to get a good grounding.

  • @nvanveld81
    @nvanveld81 Před 2 dny

    Planks aren’t even the worst for me. I’ve been upping my weight in my les mills body pump class ( been doing it off and on for 9 years). All the triceps exercises w the bar to forehead are killing my elbow ( golf and tennis elbow) and has put tremendous strain on left wrist ( already had carpal tunnel surgery on right) . Seems like everything is irritating them now. I’ve even purchased wrist wraps and something for tennis/golf elbow. I don’t know what else to do. I can’t progress and weight it seems with out some pain . Too much increase in weight w dead lifts, and squats and I’m irritating all my back issues. Fun being 43 😢

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 2 dny

      It sounds like maybe you need to get to the root cause of your back, wrist, and elbow issues with a physical therapist! I'm happy to recommend mine - he does virtual assessments.

    • @nvanveld81
      @nvanveld81 Před 2 dny

      Thank you! I have done it for my back previously ( had this issue for 20 years now). Definitely the hand I plan on going because rest doesn’t seem to help.

  • @Kangseoyun63
    @Kangseoyun63 Před 2 dny

    She mentioned about this abs in two week that every body is different from the other ones and some bodies needs time to gain muscles and other will gain the muscles in a small amount of time

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 2 dny

      that's great! it doesn't excuse the clickbait and misinformation around spot reduction.

    • @Kangseoyun63
      @Kangseoyun63 Před 11 hodinami

      @@JustinaErcole but that was actually an old video and y'all still there she doesn't a lot of new videos that help anyone and it did with me stop blaming her about her old mistake

  • @sopa4518
    @sopa4518 Před 2 dny

    when i do planks at home i use a thick pillow to cushion my wrists! helps a ton!

  • @brittanyyo
    @brittanyyo Před 2 dny

    Awesome tips! 😂 As a fellow short girl, I would add some climbing into your routine. Like when you have to climb onto a counter to reach the top shelf because you don’t have a stepstool or when you’re shopping and you can’t reach the top shelf so you have to climb the shelves 😂. Unless the aisle is full of people, and you don’t want them to see you climbing. I will find a tall person and say “excuse me tall person can you please help me”.

  • @IndiaJames-fv7yr
    @IndiaJames-fv7yr Před 2 dny

    This break down really is not caused for but ok

  • @rachelcooper7368
    @rachelcooper7368 Před 2 dny

    Such an interesting video! And thank you for talking about pensions. I work in pensions so I’m very passionate about it, but any awareness is fantastic to get younger people thinking about their finances for later life.

  • @kaitlanlinnea
    @kaitlanlinnea Před 2 dny

    Hi Justina! Catching up on some of your older videos... I've got a question. I have a bum knee, and squats and lunges really bother it. A few of the "knee friendly" leg day workouts I have tried from various youtubers have a lot of donkey kicks and fire hydrants (many of these are also glute workouts which I don't care as much about). I've just kind of kept doing them because I don't really know what else to do, but do you recommend anything that strengthens better? Currently I'm a home workout girl but will get back to the gym when my kids go back to school. Thanks 😊

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 2 dny

      Hey! So I always recommend getting to the root of the knee issue rather than just ignoring it. In the meantime, have you tried box squats? That way you can still work the squatting pattern but you're limiting the range of motion to a place you currently have strength.

    • @kaitlanlinnea
      @kaitlanlinnea Před 2 dny

      @@JustinaErcole I have not tried a box squat, I'll give that a try, thank you! As for my knee, I have arthritis from a 20-year old tear of my ACL. It's inoperable because that tear was the 2nd time I tore it (I was 17 at that second tear and 13 when I first tore it, gah), and it just didn't make sense to fix it again since I was done with competitive sports. I have recently gotten a new knee brace so I *could* technically do regular squats and lunges and my knee would be supported, but they just really make my knee ache.

    • @JustinaErcole
      @JustinaErcole Před 2 dny

      @@kaitlanlinnea Got it! Instead of donkey kicks and fire hydrants, I'd try some single leg bridges (on the floor and elevated variations) as well as single leg hip thrusts. You'll still get the unilateral work you'd see in lunges, but you'll also get way more bang for your buck than the kickbacks and hydrants. I hope that helps!

    • @kaitlanlinnea
      @kaitlanlinnea Před dnem

      @@JustinaErcole It does. Thank you SO much!

  • @tgilbs
    @tgilbs Před 2 dny

    My tip is mostly, don't be afraid to try to adjust things for your height/proportions. All the gym machines are annoyingly different, so sometimes you might have to ask for help (** shudders in millennial **) BUT it is great to actually get the most out of gym equipment when it is adjusted for your proportions. It will take some time to learn how everything can be adjusted and maybe some fiddling with more stubborn, well loved machines, but it often can be done! The leg curl and leg extension machine! Make sure your knee is around the lever point for the machine (it may require bringing the leg pad in and the seat forward.) The back extension machine can and should be adjusted! Etc. etc. Also-- adjust those safeties and rack heights if you need to. I've seen too many ladies try to unrack at a squat machine that was set up too tall for them!!!