Two Different Squats, And Some Banded Core Movements.

I must admit that the most difficult challenge has been finding substitutes for the good old leg machines that I used to have in my gym. 
Oh I was still using all kinds of innovative exercises on the chains, with the bands, and with the slider boards.  But now, with no room to spare, I am machineless.  No leg press, no hack squat, no leg curl machine, and no leg extension machine.

Now the fun starts, right?
I still have my power rack, my straight bars, my diamond bar, lots of plates, chains, bands, and a slider board.

And most of all, my enthusiasm to be creative, and to learn and explore.
Watch this video to see the difference between two types of squats.  I'm going to throw a couple of other banded core movements in also for a bonus. 

The next video will key on lots of lower body movements, but I am really suggesting that you take a good look at this video.  Believe me, it will be the foundation of our leg training.  Understand, and get a good feel for the two variations of the squat.  Remember to really try not to slide the hips back, and keep the back from bending, when doing the heel-elevated squats.  You really want this to be a single joint movement if you can envision that.  It will replace the leg extension machine.  When you finally hit it, you will understand what I mean.

When using the bands, remember to stay tight.  Use your total body to perform these movements and make sure your head moves with your hands.  It will be tough at first, but as you get stronger, you will control your lines, and the bands will not control you.

Yes, the rotation may be applicable to certain sports.  But, like always, let's not have the golf crowd claim these as their own, because of the rotation. Great for golfers, no doubt.  But also great for me when I'm climbing, or a hockey player getting hit and spun around. 

We are all humans, using the same muscles to move. We all need a strong core.
Watch the video.  Lots more to come.