An exercise slide board was created to mimic the movement of skating, but this tool also provides a unique upper body workout platform. If you upper body workout is stagnant and in need of variation, a slide board will provide a new challenge. Use traditional upper body exercises, but change the surface to stimulate muscle growth.
Slide
The slide board is similar to a piece of floor linoleum. It has a slippery surface and is approximately 6 to 8 feet long. The board has side stoppers that either remain at a fixed distance apart or are adjustable depending on your workout goals. These stoppers are what you push off of to slide back and forth across the board. You are able to slide because you wear booties over your shoes that slip across the board.
Mountain Climber
Perform mountain climbers on the slide board to increase the strength in your upper body and core and your overall muscle endurance. Place your hands on the side supports with your hands positioned underneath your shoulders. Wearing the booties, start with your right knee bent and right foot near your hands. Your left leg is straight out behind you. Quickly switch feet positions so your left foot is near your hands and your right foot is behind you. Perform mountain climbers by quickly alternating your feet. Continue for 1 minute.
Push-ups
Perform push-ups on the slide to increase the intensity of this upper body exercise. Place the booties on your hands. Position yourself perpendicular to the slide board with your feet on the floor and your hands on the board slightly wider than your shoulders. Your legs are straight out behind you and your toes are on the floor. Slide your hands apart as you lower your body toward the floor. Slide your hands together to lift your body away from the floor. Place your knees on the floor for a modification if the straight leg push-up is too challenging.
Pikes
A slide board pike strengthens your upper body and your core. Wear the booties on your feet and place both hands on one of the side stoppers. Begin in an upper push-up position in which your hands are slightly wider than shoulder distance apart, your legs are straight and your body is in a straight line. From this position, tighten your stomach and slide your feet up toward your hands as you raise your hips into the air. Slide your feet back to start position and repeat eight to 10 times.
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