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Julie's Garage Gym > 2019

Kettlebell Flow Warm-up

This simple Kettlebell flow is a great way to warm-up or to complete your workout. Perform 6-8 reps, 4 sets, rest 1 minute in between sets.✔One-arm Row✔One-arm Clean✔Reverse Lunge ✔One-arm Press✔Rack & Switch SidesBe sure to start with a lightweight Kettlebell, progressing as you feel solid in your movements. As always listen to your body and remember to work within YOUR pain-free available range.
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One-arm Kettlebell Clean

The Clean is a hip movement used to get a Kettlebell from the ground to the “rack” position, and is required in most Olympic weightlifting sports. It requires full-body explosiveness by generating power through the extension of the hips and knees. Benefits of the Clean include: Increased Total-body Explosiveness Improved Grip Strength Improved Core Strength & Coordination Increased Power Production (Hips) Total Body Conditioning The one-arm Kettlebell clean delivers many of the same
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Yoga Flow: Psoas Stretch

The psoas, technically named iliopsoas, are two deep-seated core muscles that help support your back and so much more. Psoas major works by flexing the hip, while psoas minor acts to flex the lower spine. These muscles are unique in that they are the only muscles that connect the lumbar spine and lower body. They help us perform all sorts of daily activities, including walking and running. Due to its relationship to the glutes, stretching is essential to functional strength and therefore better
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Autumn Sausage Veggie and Apple Sheet Pan Dinner

So many beautiful colors this time of year! Sausage Veggie and Apple Baked Medley is the perfect way to combine autumn’s seasonal veggies and herbs. It’s an easy recipe to throw together and a perfect combination of fall flavors. INGREDIENTS: Smoked Turkey Sausage Rope, 12 oz sliced Sweet potato (or Butternut Squash), 3 cups chopped Brussels sprouts, 12 oz halved Red onion, ½ sliced Garlic, 3 cloves minced Olive oil, 2 tbsp Dried thyme, sage, rosemary Apples, 3 cups chopped Fresh parsley
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Improve Your Posture with Resistance Exercises

With shoulders slumped and slouched, necks thrust forward, and heads bent over electronic devices, it’s no surprise that many people suffer due to bad posture. Your posture and body alignment doesn’t have to be dramatically off to affect how you function or to cause pain.Want to improve your posture? Here are some effective exercises which target the muscles essential for good posture. These exercises will activate and strengthen the ENTIRE posterior chain.All you need is a medium-heavy
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Upper Trapezius Active Release Techniques

The Trapezius is one of the upper back muscles that stabilizes our shoulder blades and facilitates shoulder and neck movement. This muscle is oftentimes misused as the result of stress, tension, and incorrect sleeping positions. Overuse often occurs after sitting hunched over for extended periods of time.When muscles are misused or overused they can develop adhesions which limit their range of motion, compromise their function, and cause pain. Neck pain and headaches are common when adhesions
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2 Quick Stretches for a Stiff Neck & Trapezius Muscles

Most of us have probably experienced neck stiffness and soreness at some point in their life. In fact, neck pain is one of the most common types of pain among Americans. Taking some time to stretch can make help loosen the muscles, increase range of motion, and help reduce pain. Relieve tension in your neck and traps by following along with this video that demonstrates two simple, yet effective stretches that can be done while seated or standing; Clasping Neck Stretch, Shoulder Shrugs. As
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