Before beginning any resistance training program, you must identify your unique goals, needs, and constraints. The following steps outline how to best approach resistance training so that your effort maximizes the outcomes you desire. Resistance Training Program Guidelines Identify the primary goal of the resistance program. Are you looking to increase your strength, muscle… Read more
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Guidelines for Developing a Resistance Training Program: 65+ Men
Resistance training provides many health benefits, especially for older adults. In addition to the general guidelines for selecting or designing resistance training programs for men, the following guidelines and precautions are recommended for older men who are beginning resistance training for the first time or beginning resistance training after a long layoff. Resistance Training… Read more
Resistance Training Upper Body Muscles
The major upper body muscles include the chest, shoulder, bicep, tricep, trap, lat, and the middle and lower back muscles. Each major muscle group is illustrated below. To find specific exercises for each muscle group, check out EMG’s library of 100+ HD Exercise Videos, or select a specific link. Back Exercises for Men Bicep Exercises… Read more
Resistance Training Lower Body Muscles
The major lower body muscles include the hamstring, quadricep, glute, and calf muscles. Each lower body muscle group is illustrated below. To find specific exercises for each muscle group, check out EMG’s library of 100+ HD Exercise Videos, or select a specific link: Leg Exercises for Men Lower Back Pain Exercises Circuit Workouts for Men… Read more
13 Back Exercises for Men
The following 13 back exercises for men and accompanying videos work the back muscles, including the lats, middle and lower back muscles. Select any of the back exercises to watch the accompanying video. These exercises are grouped into exercises that specifically work the lats, middle back, and lower back, respectively. Below the exercises, find four… Read more
12 Bicep Exercises for Men
The following 12 bicep exercises for men and accompanying videos work the bicep muscles, the large muscles on the front of the upper arms. Select any of the bicep exercises to watch the accompanying video. Below the exercises find three bicep workouts as well as links to EMG’s other muscle specific guides. These exercises are… Read more
20 Chest Exercises for Men
The following 20 chest exercises for men and accompanying videos work the pectoral muscles, the large fan-shaped muscles on the chest. Select any of the chest exercises to watch the accompanying video. Below the exercises, find four chest workouts as well as links to EMG’s other muscle specific guides. These exercises are grouped as follows…. Read more
14 Leg Exercises for Men
The following 14 leg exercises for men are separated into multiple categories. The first category includes complete/complex leg exercises that work the quads, hamstrings, and glutes altogether. The second category includes quad specific exercises. The third category includes hamstring specific exercises. The fourth category includes calf specific exercises. All leg exercises include accompanying demonstration videos…. Read more
21 Shoulder Exercises for Men
The following 21 shoulder exercises for men and accompanying videos work the deltoid and trapezius muscles. Select any of the shoulder exercises to watch the accompanying video. Below the exercises, find four shoulder workouts as well as links to EMG’s other muscle specific guides. These exercises are grouped as follows. Barbell Press Exercises Dumbbell Press… Read more
15 Tricep Exercises for Men
The following 15 tricep exercises for men and accompanying videos work the tricep muscles, the large muscles on the back of the upper arms. Select any of the tricep exercises to watch the accompanying video. Below the exercises, find three tricep workouts as well as links to EMG’s other muscle specific guides. These exercises are… Read more
