A lunge is a single-leg movement working hips, glutes, quads, hamstrings, core and inner thigh. Lunges help develop lower-body strength and endurance, and can be effective at evening out muscle imbalances. Learn how to perform a single leg or Split Lunge using a...
A staple in the gym environment the horizontal Leg Press Machine is a great way to work the thigh and glute muscles. Learn how to perform this popular exercise with the team at Fitness Institute! Remember to seek the advice of your fitness trainer, medical and/or...
A seated calf raise effectively isolates and strengthens the soleus muscle, the smaller calf muscle underneath the larger gastrocnemius muscle. This is because the knees need to be bent in order to engage the soleus. Learn how to perform this movement with the team...
Christine Law, owner of CrossFit Mount Isa, talks about her experiences completing the Certificate III & IV in Fitness with Fitness Institute… “Fitness Institute were fantastic when I completed my Certificate III and IV in Fitness. The lecturers were...
The Calf Raise places maximum load on the Gastocnemius muscle, to help put a spring in your step! Learn how to perform this popular leg exercise with the team at Fitness Institute! Machine: Hammer Strength Uni-Lateral Leg Press To begin, place both feet on the...
Machine: Hammer Strength Iso-Lateral Shoulder Press To begin, set appropriate seat height and weight. Sit down, place feet flat on the floor and hold onto handles (Figure 1). From here, brace the core and drive arms up until elbows are locked out (Figure 2). Slowly...
