Purpose:

To strengthen the neck, shoulders, and upper back. To teach equal use of the arms and shoulders.

Approach:

The weight should be equally balanced on both knees and both arms. The neck and head are held up.

Notes:

20 of these are good for a warm up; 100 are a nice workout. Bernie advises against conventional pushups, where the legs are extended and the weight is supported on the feet (not the knees) and hands; the back is placed under too much stress.

Selection of Exercises:

Disclaimer:

I am not a qualified physician. As with all exercise programs, when using these routines and examples shown, you need to use common sense. To reduce and avoid injury, you may want to check with your doctor before beginning any fitness program. By performing these exercises, you are performing them at your own risk. Theoryofexercise.com will not be responsible or liable for any injury or harm you sustain as a result of this information shared on this website.