New to the gym? Try these 5 exercises to build strength, muscle
Are you a newbie who wants to gain strength and muscle but is unsure of where to start? Be at ease; we spoke to fitness expert Mukul Nagpaul to help us find the best beginner exercises to help you build strength and stamina.
HIP HINGE MOVEMENT
The muscles in the back of your body, such as the back muscles, glutes and hamstrings, are strengthened through hinge action. A deadlift is the ideal demonstration of the hip hinge movement, but it takes time to master the deadlift, so it needs to be modified for a newbie.
Nagpaul says, “You can start with the hip hinge on the door, where you will stand slightly away from a halfclosed door with you facing against the door and try to close it by bending forward and pushing it with your hips while keeping your neck, mid-back, and hips in a straight line.” It will help improve body posture.
THE IDEAL BEGINNER EXERCISE FOR LUNGING MOVEMENTS IS THE STATIONARY LUNGE, WHICH STRENGTHENS YOUR HAMSTRINGS, QUADRICEPS, AND OTHER MUSCLE GROUPS
TWIST OR ROTATION
Twisting or rotating is a relatively typical daily motion, such as when you turn in your chair to look behind you. This move makes your body more stable and strengthens your core muscles. It is important for improving performance and avoiding injuries. The best exercise for learning the rotation movement is a cable wood chop. The transverse abdominis and oblique muscles are the focus of this exercise. It works out your back, shoulders, and leg muscles as well.
PUSH AND PULL
Pushing and pulling are opposite movements that require the use of different muscle groups. Nagpaul says, “During the push movement, you will use your chest, triceps, quadriceps, and shoulders.” During the pull movement, you will use your back, biceps, and hamstrings.” Wall push-ups and deadlifts are great pushing exercises for a newbie, and dumbbell rows are for pulling.
LUNGES
The ideal beginner exercise for lunging movements is the stationary lunge (bodyweight), which strengthens your hamstrings, glutes, quadriceps, and hip flexors to help build a stronger, more symmetrical lower body. You need to lunge to pick something up off the floor during daily activities, thus becoming proficient in this movement.
SQUATS
Squats are the finest exercise and are considered the mother of all lowerbody workouts. You can train your quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and core muscles with this basic exercise.
TAKEAWAY
Mastering these movements will help you get the most out of your gym routine as well as your life, so make sure you are doing these exercises, especially if you are a beginner.