Fitness trainer Kelsey Wells named the only exercise that is necessary to strengthen the entire body. Her advice is shared by the Fit and Well website. The girl believes that the bear walking exercise is a proven way to burn calories and work out all the necessary muscle groups.
“The bear walk is an underrated exercise that activates the muscles of the legs, upper body and core.” Wells said. In addition, the fitness trainer noted that it will help strengthen the buttocks, quadriceps and hamstrings.
Even when performing the exercise, the muscles of the shoulders, back and chest, as well as the abs, are involved. At the same time, spinal support and stabilization are improved. This type of exercise requires more energy than many similar movements, so the exercise burns more calories.
Kelsey Wells also described how to properly perform a bear walk. From the starting position (on all fours, leaning on your palms and feet), you need to move forward, simultaneously taking a step with the opposite arm and leg. During the exercise, your back should remain straight and your shins should be parallel to the floor.
The fitness trainer noted that correct technique is much more important than a fast pace, especially for beginners. Wells considers the optimal set to be ten laps of 20 seconds of activity with 10-second rest breaks. Previously, we talked about another set of exercises for all muscle groups, but using small dumbbells.