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Jay Cutler Shares This 'Unique' Dumbbell Hamstring Exercise – Muscle & Fitness

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Jay Cutler Shares This 'Unique' Dumbbell Hamstring Exercise – Muscle & Fitness

Four-time Mr Olympia winner Jay Cutler didn’t become an icon of the sport without thinking outside the box, and in a recent Instagram post the bodybuilding legend shared a “unique” exercise that he learned while trying to make a name for himself. Fortunately, the man who would become known as “The Quad Stomper,” thanks to his epic upper legs, knew that hamstrings were an important part of shaping his limbs. Here’s how to challenge yourself, Cutler style.

“One of the most unique, and sometime challenging hamstring exercises is the dumbbell behind between the feet (leg curl),” said Cutler in a recent demonstration video for his 5.6 million IG followers. “So, back in my day, when I first started training, back in Worcester, Massachusetts, I was trying to find the best hamstring exercise and I saw this featured by a guy named Mike Francois [the 1995 Arnold Classic winner], he did this movement in his routine every single week where he would do a dumbbell between the feet lying leg curl.”

How to Do Jay Cutler’s Dumbbell Between The Legs Lying Leg Curl

This move is more challenging than the traditional machine lying leg curl because rather than lifting a mechanical bar, you will grip a dumbbell between both feet and then raise and lower the weight.

Cutler advises that this move takes “a little bit of effort and technique” but explains that because the hamstrings consist of a lot of tendons, the additional balance that it takes to hold the dumbbell and perform each curl will really hammer those hamstrings. The big man says that depending on the angle you want to get, this move can be executed on a flat, inclined, or declined bench, but he has always preferred repping this exercise out on the flat bench with 8 to 12 reps for those muscle building hypotrophy effects.

“You wanna keep that constant tension on the hamstrings,” says Cutler. “That is what is ideal about doing a hamstring movement, just like the bicep. You’re gonna pump that hamstring.” The Quad Stomper explains that developing the hamstrings is particularly important when competing, because they are revealed during the side poses on stage, so the hamstrings help to shape the entire leg.

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To perform his move safely, start out with a very light dumbbell and make sure that you have the form and mobility down before increasing the load. Once you are all set, you can challenge yourself just like Jay Cutler. “Get that nice burn, and like I said, once you get it down, once you get the pattern of how to do it, the technique, it is key to building those hamstrings.”

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Target is having a huge New Year fitness sale, and this highly-rated exercise bike is now $200 off

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Target is having a huge New Year fitness sale, and this highly-rated exercise bike is now 0 off

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Target is starting the year off on the right foot with huge savings on tons of exercise equipment. One deal that stood out to us is The YOSUDA Classical Model Exercise Bike, now only $300, down from $500. This sale comes at the perfect time, as many people have fitness goals in their New Year’s Resolutions.

Features

The YOSUDA Classical Model Exercise Bike features a 30 lbs flywheel and a heavy-duty steel frame, ensuring stability during workouts. It utilizes a belt-driven system that offers a smooth and quiet ride.

The bike can support a maximum weight capacity of 300 lbs. It is designed to fit a wide range of users, with 2-way adjustable handlebars, a 4-way adjustable padded seat and spring-loaded comfort. The bike is suitable for individuals between 4′8″ and 6′1″ in height.

An LCD monitor tracks essential workout data, and a tablet holder and Bluetooth connectivity add entertainment and smart app integration. Safety features include adjustable cage pedals and a resistance bar for emergency stops.

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The “Ride Comfort All the Way” feature, with its upgraded spring-loaded seat and adjustable handlebars, is designed to enhance shock absorption and reduce exercise-related discomfort.

This ensures a more enjoyable and sustainable workout experience.

The two-way adjustable handlebars and four-way adjustable padded seat go a long way to making the user comfortable.

Customer reviews

The YOSUDA Classical Model Exercise Bike has received predominantly positive feedback from customers, with an overall rating of 4.7 out of 5 stars based on 115 reviews. Users appreciate the bike’s quality, value, and smooth operation. Many reviewers highlight the bike’s stability, comfort features such as the adjustable seat and handlebars, and the quiet belt-drive system.

You can buy the The YOSUDA Classical Model Exercise Bike at Target for only $300 this week, but hurry, your New Year’s Resolutions are waiting.

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Submit photos, videos of your wellness journey in the new year to ABC7 Chicago

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CHICAGO (WLS) — ABC7 Chicago wants to see your wellness journey in the new year.

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Jennifer Aniston “doesn’t always want to work out” but her fitness app’s new four-week mindset and movement challenge makes exercise fun not punishing

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Jennifer Aniston “doesn’t always want to work out” but her fitness app’s new four-week mindset and movement challenge makes exercise fun not punishing

Actress Jennifer Aniston has launched a new four-week challenge with fitness app Pvolve to help people get into the right mindset to exercise.

The Worth It Everytime campaign, created in collaboration with mental wellness app Headspace, encourages people to view exercise as something that energizes them rather than punishes them.

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