Photoblog: Ten Spring Training Exercises Even Non-Athletes Can Do
Torey brown, staff photographer
Springtime is here, which means everyone is toning their muscles to get the perfect summer body. Dustin King demonstrates 10 easy exercises that students who aren’t athletes can do to start their spring training.
1. Arm Extension
The arm extension machine works your triceps. Try completing three sets of 10 reps. Start with a comfortable weight, then work your way up!
2. Calf Raises
The standing calf machine works your calf muscles. Try completing three sets of 15 reps to keep those legs looking great!
3. Fly Machine
The fly machine works your pectorals. Try completing three sets of 10 reps. Keep it strong!
4. Shoulder Press
The shoulder press machine works your shoulders. Try completing three sets of 10 reps. Start with a comfortable weight and work your way up!
5. Bicycles
This bicycle exercise works your abdominals. Try to do three sets of 20 reps. Keep it strong!
6. Hammer Curl
This hammer curl exercise works your biceps.Try completing three sets of 12 reps to get strong, toned arms!
7. Lat Pulldown
The lat pulldown machine works your back muscles. Try completing three sets of 20 reps to sculpt your back!
8. Toe Touch
This toe touch exercise works your abdominals. Try doing three sets of 20 reps. Remember to keep your neck and spine neutral to prevent injury!
9. Dip Machine
The dip machine works your triceps. Keep your legs up and your core engaged!
10. Planks
This plank exercise works your core. Try holding it for at least a minute!
