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Henry Ford specialist creates Olympic-inspired exercises

Workout created by Jenny Burnham, Henry Ford Health Athletic Trainer & Sports Performance Specialist

DETROIT – Do each exercise 8 to 10 times, then rest and repeat.

You can increase or decrease the difficulty and reps as needed!

1. Medicine Ball V Up – inspired by Diving

If you don’t have a medicine ball, try using a book instead or substitute a pillow to make it easier.

2. Mountain Climbers in a Tall Plank Position – inspired by Track

Good form is essential! Go slow if you’re new to working out.

3. Plank Variation – inspired by Breaking

4. Standing Reverse Fly – inspired by Swimming

If you don’t have dumbbells, use cans of food or bottles of water to add weight.

5. Squat to an Overhead Press – inspired by Basketball & Volleyball

6. Lateral Bound – inspired by Hockey & Tennis

Please remember to check with your healthcare provider before starting any new exercise program. Discontinue exercise if you experience any abnormal response such as pain or shortness of breath. If you have an injury or chronic condition, you may need to modify certain exercises.


About the Author
Frank McGeorge, MD headshot

Dr. McGeorge can be seen on Local 4 News helping Metro Detroiters with health concerns when he isn't helping save lives in the emergency room at Henry Ford Hospital.

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