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BigBadWolfe Outlaw
Joined: 24 Mar 2012 Posts: 111 City: Orlando
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Posted: Dec 31, 2012 7:55 am Post subject: Balance training |
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I've been itching to go out riding but its been kinda chilly. So I was working out doing some riding specific exercises which includes doing squats on my view-do board (balance board). Then I got an idea from the crazy contraption some one posted on here for slider training (it looked like a mechanical bull for wakeboarding). I took a old handle and about 4 feet of rope and attached the end of the rope to a hook on the wall on my patio. The hook is a little over head high. I then was able to get on the balance board while holding the handle. This put me in perfect riding position. I am now able to balance on the board with the resistance of the rope and handle. Since the board is on concrete it will rotate. This allows me to to balance on the board and practice handle passes, balancing switch and presses. This also forces me to use the handle to rotate myself. Just thought I would pass this idea along since everyone will be waiting on warmer months to go riding and looking for ways to improve while not on the water.
Edit: switched out the rope for bungy chords, works even better |
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ediotism Outlaw
Joined: 14 Sep 2011 Posts: 124
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Posted: Jan 03, 2013 6:59 pm Post subject: |
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just random ideas:
1. add a small dumbell to your handle? it'll feel awkward and tiring for your shoulders, but that's the muscles it'll help you train up
2. i actually use my indo board to do my press ups on (before my knee injury). i started by having my feet on the floor, spread out to help balance, then hands on each ends of the board so i have to balance with my upper body while doing slow pressups. it teachs your muscle more delicate adjustments while exerting power. i then gradually moved my feet closer together as i got better at it, and eventually i have them elevated on a small bench to increase upper body load. yes it would hurt when you lose balance in this position, but it makes you build up to it gradually, helps you build core muscle (since you're also constantly adjusting your balance) AND having to concentrate on your workout instead of zoning out/ thinking about your tax bills.
3. set your board on fire while you're training, 'mericans always do that for some reason |
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Lantzvillian Criminal
Joined: 22 Mar 2004 Posts: 84 City: Lantzville,Nanaimo
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Posted: Feb 01, 2013 3:04 pm Post subject: |
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endo board if they still make them?
There is also a type of squat you do on a pool noodle thats been cut in half and you can do squats (one legged and two legged) on a bosa ball. Try playing catch with someone tossing you a 5-10 pound medicine ball to make it harder. _________________ I wakebaord,wakeskate,do anythign stupid, hurt others and have fun doign it. |
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liquidforce519 Soul Rider
Joined: 02 Oct 2003 Posts: 447
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Posted: Feb 23, 2013 6:05 pm Post subject: |
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indo board for sure. Put a brick on a handle and pass it for extra practice. on the indo _________________ That if thou shalt confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus, and believe in thine heart that God hath raised Him from the dead thou shalt be saved. Romans 10:9 |
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