Hammer Strength Front Iso-Lateral training can be used for a variety of purposes including rounding out an everyday physical activity routine to building up muscles for professional reasons. Maintaining proper form throughout the training will help avoid injury. Check with your doctor before starting any new training program.
History
After working at the strength equipment manufacturer Nautilus for 15 years, Gary Jones created Hammer Strength in 1989. The title Hammer Strength was chosen to signify products as being heavy-duty and hard core, says Jones, who had a vision of creating strength equipment that made working out safe, efficient and enjoyable for users. Hammer Strength has since become a leader in plate-loaded equipment and was purchased by LifeFitness in 1997.
Back Strengthening
The equipment is especially beneficial for strengthening the back latissmus dorsi muscle by putting a twist on a traditional lat pull-down exercise, according to LifeFitness.com. The pull-down maneuver utilizes the machine's belt-driven system and adjustable weight features to strengthen the back and arms while moving the elbow and shoulder area in one smooth movement, Bodybuilding.com says. Start by sitting upright on the bench with your feet firmly on the floor. Choose an appropriate weight. Place a grip handle in hand and slowly lower the handle to waist level, holding this position for five seconds before slowly returning your arms to the original position. For increased intensity, criss-cross your hands. Do not arch your back or use your body weight to pull down the cables.
Curls
The machine's Iso-Lateral technology allows users the option of exercising one limb, two limbs or alternating limbs while training, according to Jones. Doing a biceps or arm curl maneuver highlights this feature. Set the machine at the desired weight. Grab the grip handle while sitting upright on the bench with your feet firmly on the ground. Lift the weight until your lower arm is perpendicular to the floor and hold that position for five seconds before slowly returning to the original position. Relax for 10 seconds before repeating the exercise 10 times. Exercise both arms simultaneously, separately or one at a time.
Extensions
Muscle isolation exercises such as triceps extensions can be done efficiently during front Iso-lateral training, Jones says. Start the exercise by choosing an appropriate weight and extending your arms above your head. Place your elbows near your ears, your lower arms perpendicular to the floor and grab a grip handle with each hand, making certain to have your palms facing each other. Slowly inhale as you gently lower the cable behind your head while keeping your upper arms immobile. Hold this position for five seconds and slowly exhale as you return your arms to the original, overhead position. Repeat this exercise 10 times. Exercise each arm individually or simultaneously.
Benefits
Training with the Hammer Strength Front Iso Lateral offers many benefits including a better balanced and stabilized workout, user-friendliness and more functional training program that can be used by all fitness levels ranging from novice to professional athlete, according to Jones. Strength training can increase bone density, burn calories, decrease body fat, reduce injury risks, manage conditions such as osteoporosis and obesity and increase stamina, according to MayoClinic.com.
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