August 07, 2020 By BridgeAthletic

TRX Upper Body Variation | BridgeAthletic

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This weeks #BridgeFit variation brought to you by BridgeAthletic in collaboration with EXOS is a TRX upper body variation. Every week we'll examine variations and modifications of exercises to optimize performance, mitigate injuries, and power the plateaus. 

Variation 1:Row (TRX)

 

 

Cue 1: Standing. Lean body back, weight on heels. Arms extended. Back, body flat, core tight.

Cue 2: Overhand grip. Pull torso towards hands. Elbows tight to body. Back, body flat, core tight.

Cue 3: Elbows tight to body. Core tight. Lower body to starting position. Repeat for prescribed reps.

Variation 2: Chest Press (TRX)

Cue 1: Lean body forward supported by TRX to modified pushup position. Overhand grip on handles.

Cue 2: Hinge at elbows, chest towards floor. Back flat, head neutral, core tight.

Cue 3: Push torso to starting position. Back flat, head neutral.

Variation 3: Triceps Extension (TRX)

Cue 1: Stand, face opposite TRX. Arms overhead, overhand grip. Lean body forward.

Cue 2: Hinge at elbows, hands to directly above head. Body leans further forward.

Cue 3: Lengthen elbows. Return to starting position. Core tight. Repeat for prescribed reps.

 

 

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