Avengers: Endgame workout series – build up your strength to hurl a shield like Captain America
Try this Pallof press exercise as a useful warm-up for training or as part of a training programme to strengthen your core muscles at the end of workouts
The Avengers superheroes and their lean, muscle-bound physiques are set to dazzle the big screen once again in Avengers: Endgame, which goes on worldwide release this week.
With the summer also fast approaching, why not take inspiration from your favourite superhero and forge a blockbuster body for those beach and boat trips.
In this edition of The Avengers workout series, we’re going to look at good old Captain America – played by American actor Chris Evans – and how to get into good enough shape to help save the world.
Avenger: Captain America
Although famed for his superhuman physicality and accelerated healing, his main weapon is a shield which he throws around in a devastating manner. A strong core is important to withstand the transfer of energy when throwing.
While there are many rotational exercises you could do, for the longevity and health of your spine it may be safer to avoid too much flexion, rotation and side bending.
Instead you could try the Pallof press which is an anti-rotation movement. Your core is worked by resisting rotation rather than actual twisting.
Pallof press