14 Sep
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HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 Review: Superlight, Superexpensive

HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 sits on the desk.

HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 review: Super light and super expensive

RRP $ 2,679.00

"The HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 is a super light business laptop with a high price."

advantages

  • Solid build quality and yet light

  • Bright, color-accurate display

  • Good productivity performance

  • Superior battery life

  • Industry leading suite of business tools

disadvantage

  • Very expensive

  • 16: 9 display is old school

How important is half a pound in laptop design? Well, that's enough for HP to justify a new brand called "Aero" in its line of laptops.

There's the budget-conscious Pavilion Aero 13, which packs a ton of power into a 2.18-pound chassis. A lighter laptop could be even more convenient for business people, and that's why HP has an Aero for you too. The EliteBook 840 Aero G8 accomplishes this goal of being half a pound lighter than its non-Aero version.

I tested the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 with a Core i7-1185G7 and a 14-inch 1080p display. Unfortunately, it comes in the old school 16: 9 aspect ratio and comes at an extremely high price of $ 2,679. But it's light, powerful, and packed with business features that your IT staff will appreciate.

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If you compare the Aero version of the EliteBook 840 G8 with its non-Aero sibling, you will find a laptop that is almost identical in size, just a few centimeters in width and depth and just as thick at 0.70 inches. But HP made the EliteBook Aero 840 G8 out of magnesium instead of aluminum, and managed to cut almost half a pound from 2.92 pounds to 2.5 pounds. It's light for a 14-inch business-class laptop and noticeably easier to carry around.

While there are 14-inch consumer laptops in the same weight range as the Acer Swift 5, which weighs 2.31 pounds and is 0.59 inches thick, there aren't many business devices that can match this. The Dell Latitude 7420, for example, weighs 2.7 pounds with carbon fiber in its construction and 2.89 pounds with an all-aluminum chassis while being 0.68 inches thick.

HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 sits on the desk. Rear view from above / cover.Mark Coppock / Digital Trends

One laptop that goes with the EliteBook is the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 at 2.49 pounds and thinner 0.59 inches, which also uses magnesium in its case and is more flexible. Ultimately, the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 achieves its goal of being extremely light, even if it is not the thinnest notebook on the market.

The EliteBook 840 Aero G8 also manages to get around a common pitfall of magnesium chassis, namely that they tend to be less stiff than aluminum. The EliteBook is solid all round, with a lid that only bends if there is inadequate pressure, a keyboard deck that shows no bend, and a case bottom that doesn't give way. Business laptops tend to be more solidly built than some consumer laptops, like the MSI Prestige 14 Evo, which is made of aluminum but still has a slightly flexible lid, so it's nothing new. But being so light and so solid is a great combination and not too often. The laptop's hinge is a bit tight and requires two hands to open the lid, but it's tapered all around to make it easier to open and it retracts to 170 degrees for collaborative viewing.

Aesthetically, the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 fits the general HP EliteBook look and feel. It's all silver with few decorations. There's a chrome HP logo on the lid and a subtle EliteBook logo on the keyboard deck, and the speaker grilles on each side of the keyboard have a laser-cut pattern, but otherwise we're talking about a minimalist design. The Dell Latitude 7420 is similar in its simplicity, as are other business laptops.

Business laptops need to be connected, and the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 delivers.

Manufacturers tend to be conservative in their designs for this class of notebooks – you don't want a laptop that attracts attention in a conference room. However, that by no means makes the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 a bad looking laptop. It's pretty attractive and has just enough angles and rounded tail and lid edges to give it a fairly modern look. I'll note that the large top and bottom display bezels detract from that perception a bit – the EliteBook has an 85% screen-to-case ratio, which is low for a modern laptop.

Right side view of the HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8. Plugins and ports.

Left side view of the HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8. Plugins, connectors and hinges ..

Business laptops need to be connected, and the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 delivers. On the left you will find a nano security lock, two USB A 3.1 Gen 1 ports, a 3.5 mm audio jack and an optional smart card reader. On the right is a proprietary power connector (my test unit came with a USB-C charger), a full-size HDMI 2.0 port, two USB-C ports with Thunderbolt 4, and a nano-SIM slot for 4G LTE or 5G support. In addition to WWAN support, WI-Fi 6 and Bluetooth 5 are on board.

Security and privacy

You will not spend that much money on the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 for the conservative, light housing and the relatively standard components. Rather, you – or, more likely, your company – will make the investment to gain access to the wide range of security and management tools built into HP's business machines.

It is this level of security and manageability that justifies the laptop's very high price.

The EliteBook uses HP's Wolf Security for Business, which has many features that enable the laptop to meet the most demanding business security needs. The list is complete and begins with HP's Management Integration Kit (MIK), which makes it easy to integrate the laptop with Microsoft's System Center Configuration Manager for better manageability. The EliteBook 840 Aero G8 offers optional Intel vPro and thus expands its ability to be integrated into enterprise IT systems.

HP's Endpoint Security Controller (ESC) runs at the lowest tier of the laptop and features hardware-assisted technology that provides a hardware root of trust through HP Sure Start that is physically isolated and protects the laptop's critical firmware. The protection also works during runtime, constantly monitors the security system and uses cryptographic hardware functions from Wolf Security. HP Sure Recover minimizes downtime with built-in recovery tools, network-based recovery, and the ability to support corporate images. HP Tamperlock protects against physical attacks on the chassis and DMA, flash replacement, side channel and TPM probing attacks.

We'll stop here, but suffice it to say that the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 is very secure and easy to manage, giving users and businesses the peace of mind that their machines and data will stay safe. It is this level of security and manageability that justifies the laptop's very high price.

power

HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 sits on the desk.Mark Coppock / Digital Trends

My test device was equipped with the 11th generation Intel Core i7-1185G7 with vPro. This top U-series GPU in Intel's product range is aimed at thin and light laptops and offers a theoretical increase in performance compared to the more popular Core i7-1165G7.

In our benchmarks, the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 was able to compete with most of the similarly equipped notebooks in our comparison group. It was the third highest in Geekbench 5, with the HP Elite Dragonfly Max taking first place in this test. In our Handbrake test, which converts a 420 MB video to H.265, the EliteBook does well for the CPU and takes fourth place, with only the MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo being significantly faster than the Intel pack.

I added the Asus ZenBook 13 OLED to give a taste of the AMD Ryzen 5000 series performance, and as you can see, it is significantly faster on CPU-intensive tasks. The EliteBook is also in the midfield in the Cinebench R23 benchmark, another test that loads the CPU. In PCMark 10, the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 maintained its average performance, which extended to the Complete Score listed in the table as well as the areas of Essentials, Productivity and Content Creation of the benchmark.

Overall, the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 is a solid productivity performer that is not at the top, but can keep up. You will find it useful for keeping up with your demanding productivity workflow, but you will not want to use it for creative applications. However, that's not a blow to the EliteBook as it applies to all current Intel U-series laptops. You need to turn to AMD for better creative performance.

Geekbench 5 (single / multiple) Handbrake (seconds) Cinebench R23 (single / multiple) PCMark 10 3DMark time spy
HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 (Core i7-1185G7) 1569/5279 204 1474/4496 4868 1663
Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 (Core i7-1165G7) 1327/5201 170 1469/4945 5147 1776
MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo (Core i7-1185G7) 1352/4891 203 1360/4392 4872 1751
HP Elite Dragonfly Max
(Core i7-1185G7)		 1570/5297 252 1385/3604 4724 1468
Dell XPS 13 (Core i7-1165G7) 1540/5432 201 1399/4585 3859 1589
HP Specter x360 14 (Core i7-1165G7) 1214/4117 236 1389/3941 4728 1457
Asus ZenBook 13 OLED
(AMD-Ryzen7 5800U)		 1423/6758 124 1171/7824 6034 1342

The gaming performance of the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 corresponded to that of other laptops that are equipped with Intel's integrated Iris Xe graphics. That said, it wasn't great. In Fortnite, you get around 29 frames per second (fps) on 1080p high graphics and 22 fps on epic graphics.

This is good enough for older titles or newer titles with greatly reduced resolution and graphics. But this is a business laptop and doesn't pretend to be a gaming device.

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Close-up of the screen of the HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8.Mark Coppock / Digital Trends

I'm not a fan of full HD displays (1,920 x 1,080), not even 14-inch displays. I like higher resolutions. However, I liked the power-saving display of the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 more than usual – apart from its traditional 16: 9 aspect ratio. The display was bright, the colors were dynamic without looking excessive, and black text appeared on a white background. Subjectively, it's one of the better 1080p displays I've used on a laptop that isn't specifically designed for developers.

My colorimeter supported me. First, the display was actually bright at 479 nits, well above our 300 nit threshold and well above the premium average. This is a display that you can probably use in sunlight. The contrast of 1,740: 1 was also excellent for an IPS display and is again well above our preferred threshold, in this case 1000: 1. It is better than the display of many other business laptops, including the Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9, which only delivers 306 cd / m² and had a much lower contrast ratio of 970: 1.

The colors were also good for a non-creator display with 77% AdobeRGB and 99% sRGB. That is a few percentage points above the average of the premium display and again surpasses the 76% and 96% of the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9. The display of the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 was with a Delta-E of 1.11 (1.0 or less is excellent) is also accurate, compared to the ThinkPad with 0.99.

All in all, I found the display a pleasure to use for productivity work and Netflix binge. Again, I would have preferred a higher resolution display, but many people will find a full HD display to provide a sufficiently sharp image on a 14-inch display. I wish the display had been touchable though, and that's an option for those who feel the same way.

Sound is provided by two upward facing speakers on either side of the keyboard. HP advertises the speaker volume and bass, and I found the claims to be true. Fully turned up there was a lot of sound and no distortion. Mids and highs were nice and clear, and yes there was a hint of bass. The EliteBook 840 Aero G8 can't live up to the audio standards of the Dell XPS 15 or MacBook, but it's good enough for watching Netflix and occasionally listening to music.

Keyboard and touchpad

Close up on the HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 keyboard.Mark Coppock / Digital Trends

HP's EliteBooks all have great keyboards. The EliteBook 840 Aero G8 has been redesigned to be even better, especially to provide a consistent feel across all keys. The redesign includes adding a programmable hotkey and moving the power button onto the keyboard, and requires a little more pressure and longer holding to activate it. The mechanism of the keyboard is deep, with a snappy floor movement and very quiet. I would rate it on the HP Specter keyboards, which have long been my favorite Windows 10 keyboards, and better than Dell's XPS line of keyboards. Only the Magic Keyboard in the MacBook is better.

The touchpad is medium in size with a smooth glass surface and Microsoft Precision touchpad support. I found it serviceable, with reliable performance using Windows 10's multi-touch gesture suite, however, it's smaller than it could be to accommodate buttons for the Lenovo TrackPoint-like cursor nubbin in the center of the keyboard. This works well if you're into that type of control, and provides a textured surface to stay in control.

Windows 10 Hello support is provided by both a fingerprint reader in the upper right corner of the palm rest and an infrared camera for facial recognition. Both worked quickly and easily, so that the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 could log in without any problems.

Close-up of the HP EliteBook 840 Aero G8 webcam.Mark Coppock / Digital Trends

Battery life

The EliteBook 840 Aero G8 offers a 53 Wh battery, which is average for a 14-inch laptop. With a 1080p display, I'd expect good but not great battery life, probably enough to last you through a day of work but not enough to last through the evening.

As it turned out, the battery life was a little better than I expected. I saw about 11 hours on our web browsing test which is a strong result. The MSI Summit E13 Flip Evo with the same CPU, Full HD + display (1,920 x 1,200) and 70 watt hour battery is only one minute longer. The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9, a more direct competitor, lasted for about another hour. In our video looping test, which is playing a local 1080p film trailer, the EliteBook again managed a good time with 14 hours and 15 minutes. Anything over 12 hours is exactly what we would expect from a premium laptop. I have to say that the ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 lasted a spectacular 21 hours, so that the EliteBook does not completely dominate the business class.

In the PCMark 10 Applications battery test, which provides the best indication of the battery life, the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 achieved a strong 13.75 hours and is thus at the upper end of our database. The ThinkPad dominates again with 17.25 hours. I also ran the PCMark 10 gaming battery test, which saw the EliteBook hit a little over five hours – the longest we've seen. However, this test seems to show how hard a laptop works on battery power, rather than absolute battery life, so expect reduced performance when turned off.

Overall, the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 was a robust performer in terms of battery life. It exceeded my expectations and will keep you working well into the evening if necessary. You may not get the fastest performance while on battery life, but it will keep you going when you are not on a charger.

Our opinion

HP took the EliteBook 840 G8 and made it easier with the Aero version, giving business users a solid alternative that leverages HP's powerful suite of enterprise security and management tools. The EliteBook 840 Aero G8 is well made and yet very light, offers good performance and offers excellent battery life.

It's expensive though. You are definitely paying for the business functions and most likely it will not be the user who is paying for it. But organizations looking for a great business laptop should keep the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 on their shortlist.

Are there alternatives?

The Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon Gen 9 is a strong competitor in terms of performance and battery life and is cheaper with the same configuration ($ 2,260 on offer), but only has a one-year warranty, Lenovo also packs several business features, but they are not quite as extensive as the selection from HP.

Dell offers another solid alternative with the Latitude 7420, which is also cheaper at $ 2,020 (with a three-year warranty). Dell has its own suite of business tools, and the Latitude will serve companies well when they need easy-to-manage security measures.

If you don't need a business-class laptop, there are a variety of consumer alternatives. But in this case, the EliteBook 840 Aero G8 shouldn't even be considered.

How long it will take?

The EliteBook 840 Aero G8 is well made and should trust that it can last many years in typical business operations. The components are state-of-the-art so that they will keep pace with Windows requirements for years. You will appreciate the three-year warranty that can be expected for business-class devices, but is not always offered at no extra cost.

Should you buy it?

Yes sir. It's expensive, but worth it when you need a laptop that your business can trust.

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13 Sep
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WarioWare: Get It Together! Review: Weirdly Lacking

Wario and his friends sit around a table in WarioWare: Get It Together!

WarioWare: Get It Together! Review: absurdly addicting, strangely tame

"WarioWare's character swap gimmick: Get It Together brings unnecessary confusion to a perfectly entertaining microgame collection."

advantages

  • Crazy microgames

  • Adorable comedy

  • Strong gameplay loop

  • Addictive crew management

disadvantage

  • Weak character gimmick

  • There is a lack of creative controls

  • Low party game potential

Within minutes of playing WarioWare: Get it Together! I looked completely perplexed on my switch. I wasn't confused by all the incredibly smooth statues or gachapon pooping chickens; I just didn't understand why I was pushing buttons on my Joy-Cons instead of swinging them around wildly.

In previous iterations, the WarioWare games have taken full advantage of Nintendo's engineering experiments and have thrived as a result. WarioWare: Touched! makes great use of the Nintendo DS touchscreen, while WarioWare: Smooth Moves is the rare Wii game that has been enhanced with motion controls. In theory, the Switch is a perfect place for the series. The gyroscopes, the HD rumble, and the seemingly forgotten IR sensors all feel like features that could have merged into yet another intuitive collection of 5-second mini-games with creative control schemes. Why did I move a joystick and press A instead every game?

WarioWare: Get It Together! is a welcome return for one of Nintendo's funniest series of lightweight portable entertainment. Though it's hard to ignore how much a missed opportunity it is too, as it trades enthusiastic control experimentation for some oddly down-to-earth gimmick.

What a character

Structurally, WarioWare: get it together! is something of a return to form after Wii U's mind-boggling Game & Wario. It's a fast-paced collection of mini-game gauntlets that require players to complete bite-sized challenges in quick succession. One minute you squeeze ketchup over a plate of spaghetti, the next you put out the fire by tilting a peeing putti statue at the right angle. The joy of WarioWare is that players don't have more than a second to process their bizarre visual gags. Games end in seconds, making it a constant flurry of absurd punchlines.

The main difference this time around – and it's a big one – is that the game features multiple characters, each with their own particular style of play. Wario can move freely across the screen and overcome obstacles. Meanwhile, 9-volt only drives back and forth and shoots a projectile straight up. Each microgame is designed to be completed by any character, although in some situations players may need to think outside the box.

A boy licks an ice cream cone in WarioWare: Get It Together!

It's as clever as it is uneven. Sometimes I would stumble upon a surprising solution that made me feel like some insane genius who destroyed the game. A microgame prompts players to push a dog's tongue up so it can swallow water from a leaky faucet. Instead, I found that I could use Penny, who has a water pistol, to just fill her mouth without interacting with her tongue. The skill premise works best when players can accidentally stumble upon such little aha moments.

Get it together! often asks players to put together a small team of characters to tackle a particular playlist, but there are certain characters that I never think of using.

However, these are only a few. More often I came across goals where my character was objectively worse than others. This is especially notable when it comes to characters who can fly around freely vs. those who can only move by grabbing moving rings. In a mini-game, players look for a cell phone signal. With a character like Wario, it's so easy to fly past some symbols to find the right one. With someone like 16 volts, a stationary character who has to throw a projectile at a ring in order to move, the same game is a complete battle.

Get it together! often asks players to put together a small team of characters to tackle a particular playlist, but there are certain characters that I never think of using. Characters like Pyoro, tongue out at an angle to attack, are difficult to work with and have no real advantages. Why should I choose it over Ashley, who flies freely as she shoots projectiles in all directions? The game never gives a good answer to this question, which makes certain characters feel completely out of date.

Content pipeline

While its core gimmick doesn't quite work, the game is still a delightful curiosity. There's a fast-paced but fun two and a half hour story mode (which appears short but is comparable to previous WarioWare games), but the real fun comes from keeping track of the high scores. Players can immerse themselves in microgame playlists and try to complete as many as possible before losing four lives. While the microgames aren't always the most brilliant creations in the series (aside from the Nintendo-themed, which includes a hilarious cameo from the tea-times of Fire Emblem: Three House), they're especially addicting when played at the high stakes -speed glove.

Most surprising, however, is how good Get It Together! connects all of its little systems and modes together. The story mode and play-o-pedia (which allows players to simply play a particular microlegame over and over) serve as the main hook of the game, but are part of a larger ecosystem. The game features achievements that reward coins for completing various challenges. These instruct players to achieve certain goals, e.g.

Jimmy speeds through Super Mario Land in WarioWare: Get It Together!

Coins earned through achievements flow into the game's bizarrely fun Crew Management mode. Players basically use in-game cash to purchase random items from chicken-shaped gachapon machines. These items can be given as gifts to any character, giving them a certain amount of experience points. As they level up, each character is given some easy customization options and some art. I quickly became obsessed with trying to unlock each and every “Prezzie” and deduce which gifts would be best for each character in order to maximize the experience gained.

Most surprising, however, is how good Get It Together! connects all of its little systems and modes together.

More importantly, level-ups increase the skill points of a character in the Wario Cup who has the potential to be the game's permanent hook. Each week the game features a different Ranked Challenge playlist for players to participate in. Get a high score and win fantastic prizes. With the game sorely lacking online features, this is the only real leaderboard. I spent hours perfecting the first week challenge, a collection of hyper-fast games where players only control the 9 volt skateboards. The more I upgraded it in Crew mode, the higher the point multiplier I would get in the Wario Cup.

Then the full pipeline is revealed. Play mini-games to get achievements. Unlock achievements to get coins. Use Coins to Buy Prezzies. Use Prezzies to level up characters. Use upgraded characters to gain an advantage in the Wario Cup. It's an elegant bow that has tied me up for a lot longer than I expected. With the Wario Cup handing out ongoing weekly challenges, there's a good chance I'll stop by once a week to achieve this full cycle.

Spoilsport

Get it together! Has a heavy emphasis on multiplayer, which isn't surprising given the Super Smash Bros-like character selection screen. Two players can work together to get high scores, or up to four can compete in a series of mini-games. While some of the multiplayer modes are simple duds, like a boring volleyball game that feels like it was built in Nintendo's game builder garage, the modes that revolve around head-to-head clearing of microgames offer one hectic fun. Finishing a game in seconds is difficult enough, and it only gets tense if you try to finish it in front of three other people (or try to finish it while those three people frantically bounce the screen up and down as you try to play). .

Two Wario characters sit in one mouth in WarioWare: Get It Together!

While it's easy to imagine the multiplayer working with players who all know the game, the overly complicated character system makes it more difficult as a casual party game. In WarioWare, figuring out how to get to a goal in the blink of an eye is already hard enough for a novice (my inexperienced multiplayer partner stared at the screen in amazement when vague commands like "fill" flashed on the screen). In Get It Together! they also have to learn 20 different characters and their functions. Story mode does a good job of introducing each character's powers consistently, but there are no tutorials in multiplayer.

Here I come back to my disappointment with the game's lack of joy-con support. WarioWare: Smooth Moves is so successful as a party game because its microgames are so easy to understand. When players are asked to "pick up the phone," it's easy to figure out that they need to raise the Wiimote to their ear. The best WarioWare titles have a natural design that makes them so irresistible.

While it's easy to imagine the multiplayer working with players who all know the game, the overly complicated character system makes it more difficult as a casual party game.

That is not the case here. Instead, players have to explain the already confusing premise of WarioWare and then shut down the character system. And since some characters are just harder to control or objectively inferior to others in mini-games, I wouldn't blame a newbie for feeling completely confused by what's happening … for the wrong reasons.

Get it together! works best as a solo high score race played in 10 minute rounds. It's just a shame it's so hard to sell as a party game with the Switch sorely lacking in that department. Let me throw my Joy-con through my TV!

Our opinion

WarioWare: Get It Together! contains a healthy dose of absurd fun thanks to a very well constructed series of gameplay loops, but it's hard not to think about what could have been. Its character-driven premise is weak compared to previous entries that included intuitive technical gimmicks. Both the microgames and multiplayer suffer from a lack of creative control. The strangest thing about this episode is how tame it feels at the end.

Is there a better alternative?

WarioWare has a very unique premise, so not really. Super Mario Party is a better mini-game-focused party game, but you'll have to dig up a Nintendo DS or Wii to find a better WarioWare game.

How long it will take?

I was able to clear the story mode and unlock each mini-game in about six hours. Even if you're keen to keep track of some high scores, it's hard to imagine most players going into double digits.

Should I buy it?

No. At least not at the full $ 50 price. I had quite a lot of fun with WarioWare: Get It Together !, but it's hands down a sleek package that is best enjoyed in 10-minute bursts that expand on its contents.

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13 Sep
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7 Exercises to Relieve Shoulder Pain

Do your shoulders feel tense, stiff, and sore? Exercises that target the muscles in the shoulders will help relieve some of the pain. As a bonus, they also increase your mobility and sustainably strengthen your muscles.

Shoulder exercises are easy to do. Remember, however, that you shouldn't try too hard, especially if you're not used to exercising on a daily basis. If you experience pain while stretching your muscles, stop immediately. Seek professional physical therapy treatment to make sure your body is functioning normally.

Are you ready to go? Below are seven exercises for shoulder pain relief. Of course, you don't have to do these exercises one after the other every day. Just adding at least one or two of them to your daily routine can make a difference in relieving your shoulder pain.

1. Neck release

If you frequently experience severe tension in your neck and shoulders, try this neck relief exercise. Start by sitting or standing straight and lower your chin towards your chest. Then gently tilt your head to the right and hold this position for 1 minute. You should feel a stretch in your right shoulder and the side of your neck.

Repeat on the left side to stretch your left shoulder as well. You can do the entire exercise 3 to 5 times. When you are done, the tension in the neck should be released.

2. Stretch across the chest

You can do stretches across your chest to increase your flexibility and strengthen the muscles around your shoulder joint. It can also help relieve your shoulder pain. While standing or sitting straight, raise your right arm and place it across your chest. Place your left hand on your elbow to gently press on your right arm to allow your shoulder muscles to stretch.

Hold this position for a minute. Then, place your left arm across your chest and gently squeeze it with your right hand. You can repeat the entire exercise 3 to 5 times.

3. Stretching the latissimus dorsi

Latissimus dorsi is the name of large triangular muscles that you can use your arms to lift some weight. These important muscles also help you breathe. To do a latissimus dorsi stretch, stand with your arms above your head. Bend your right arm so your hand can be behind your back and grab your elbow with your left hand.

Gently push your elbow down to stretch your muscles. Hold this position for 30 seconds, then repeat on the other side.

4. Sitting rotation

A seated twist is an exercise that gently stretches your shoulders and neck. Sit up straight in a chair with your ankles aligned below your knees. Make sure that your hips are always pointing forward and slowly turn your upper body to the right as if you want to see something behind you.

You can put your right hand on the back of the chair. Hold this position for 30 seconds, then start again by turning to the left. Repeat four more times on each side.

5. Spinal role of the eagle arms

This is another exercise that will straighten your shoulders, and you can do it while sitting in a chair. Raise your arms, then bring them in front of you and cross your elbows with your right arm on top. Bend your elbows, put your forearms together, then bring your palms together.

Hold this position for 15 seconds. Repeat the exercise while bringing your left arm up while crossing your elbows.

6. Shoulder raises with exercise band

If you have a low resistance exercise band at home, this shoulder raise exercise can be done. Stand with your right foot on one end of your resistance band.

Hold the other end of the band with your right hand and raise your arm to tighten the band. Don't bend your arm at the elbow. Repeat the exercise nine more times, then start again on the left side.

7. Downward dog break

If you are familiar with yoga, you will know how to do this exercise. The downward dog break stretches and strengthens your shoulders and back muscles. Start this exercise on your hands and knees, on a padded mat if you have one. Your shoulders should be above your wrists and your hips should be above your knees.

Next, gently lift your knees and place your toes on the mat. Extend your legs and keep your spine straight as you flex your waist. Your body will look like an inverted V. Hold this pose for 1 minute, then slowly return to your starting position.

13 Sep
Blog

Deathloop Review: Live, Die, Repeat, And Look Good Doing It

The hero of Deathloop shoots an enemy with two handguns.

Deathloop Review: Live, Die, Repeat and Look Good Doing it

RRP $ 60.00

"Deathloop is an incredibly stylish stealth action game that builds on Arkane's strengths, even when some of his creative gambling games fail."

advantages

  • Creative premise

  • Impeccable style

  • Shooting feels great

  • Fun forces

  • Lots of customization options

disadvantage

  • Objectionable multiplayer

  • Frustrating roguelite systems

  • Laughing AI

Every time Arkane Studios develops a game, it learns something new. His catalog is full of fascinating titles that build on each other's best ideas and further refine the strengths of the developers' level design. Deathloop is thematically a fitting next chapter for the studio. It may be a completely new IP, but it doesn't start from scratch. It's the product of an iteration – a process that encourages creativity in our favorite games.

The exclusive PS5 console draws a clear line through the story of Arkane. It's a first-person shooter that delivers exuberant action and supernatural stealth ala, ala Dishonored. It's also a time warp game where players experience the same day over and over and resort to the roguelite experiments in Prey's Mooncrash expansion. Prey himself owes Arcane's debut to Arx Fatalis (and System Shock from 1994, if we want to go beyond Arcane canon), making Deathloop seem like the culmination of several development loops. Decades of trial-and-error procedures are combined in a well-executed package – which, however, still leaves room for improvement.

Deathloop is a stylish spy thriller that features excellent shooting, satisfying powers, and gripping mystery powered by the game's addictive Groundhog Day premise. However, frustrating multiplayer mechanics and immature roguelite progression systems are already making me think about how this game will affect an even closer sequel. The cycle never really ends, does it?

A visionary project

Deathloop can be a little tricky to explain on paper. It's the latest entry in a burgeoning time warp genre that has become a bizarrely popular video game premise in recent years. A very confused and reluctant hero, Colt wakes up in the seaside town of Blackreef and quickly finds that he has to relive the same day over and over again. To make matters worse, that loop includes being chased by Juliana, who seems pretty pissed off with everything Colt has done in the past, who knows how many loops are ahead of him. After a brief introduction, Colt learns how to break the loop: he must murder the eight "visionaries" who created them.

Easier said than done, especially since Colt only has one day to land eight hits. The catch is that players will have to repeat as many times as necessary on the same day, dig up more information about each target, and come up with a perfect murder plan. It's an ingenious setup that puts as much emphasis on information gathering as it does on actually executing a hit. Imagine if Hitman 3 tasked players with defeating all of its villains in one domino-like move. This is the ultimate joy of Deathloop – a dozen hours of scouting makes up a slim 20-minute schedule.

Colt contemplates a flowchart of visionaries in Deathloop.

Arkane builds on this spy movie premise, and that is most evident in the style of the game. Deathloop is a '60s-inspired pulp novel full of bright colors, creative retro-future design, and comic-book-like text that pops up on screen. It's a vivid departure from the muted browns and blues of the Dishonored series.

The cast of characters is just as diverse, with Colt particularly shining as the reluctant hero of the game. He's unhappy on his first round, but convincingly transforms into a confident mastermind in the last. It's a strong voice from Jason E. Kelley that mirrors the player's own journey as they slowly come up with a plan that would make Danny Ocean jealous.

When players stop to marvel at Arcane level design skills, they effectively envelop the joint. Technical admiration is also an important mechanic.

Aesthetics set it apart from Arkane's previous titles, the studio's strengths are still very much present. This is most evident in Blackreef's design, which doubles what the studio does best. There is always more than one way to sneak into a place, be it by finding a security code, climbing a roof, breaking through a ventilation shaft, etc. I have often sneaked through a building just around one that was still stealthy Input to discover point that I could use in my next loop. When players stop to marvel at Arcane level design skills, they effectively envelop the joint. Technical admiration is also an important mechanic.

Spy thrill

Action is as strong as exploration here, which shouldn't come as a surprise given the studio's pedigree. Stealth machete kills are incredibly satisfying, and guns feel downright fantastic to fire. Every weapon has a real sense of power, from a nail gun that can fire precise headshots in one hit, to space-clearing machine guns that feel like you're operating a serious power tool. While I've always tried to take a covert route, I was rarely upset when a plan went wrong – just a great excuse to show the Blackreef residents why they should be grateful that I operated in the shade.

Speaking of Colt's enemies, it must be noted that the visionaries hired some of the darkest muscle the video game world has to offer. Enemies are weirdly forgotten, which takes some of the tension out of the stealth gameplay. I could approach up to two people talking, killing one from behind, dropping their body directly into the other's line of sight, and still seemingly not attracting their attention. Call it a Bethesda Tax.

Colt attacks enemies in Deathloop.

Colt also receives Dishonored-like supernatural powers which are an absolute joy to tinker with. Colt gains plates every time he kills an enemy, which gives skills like a teleporting blink and the ability to link multiple enemies together and take them all out by killing one. In addition, each plate can receive multiple upgrades, expanding the usefulness of each energy. In my final loop, I was a stealth machine that could teleport behind a visionary, quietly murder him, become invisible, and flee before a guard could find out what had happened. And that's just a style of play. I could have just equipped more aggressive plates and defeated swarms of enemies with a literal flick of my wrist.

Action is as strong as exploration here, which shouldn't come as a surprise given the studio's pedigree.

Weapons have equippable mods too, but things have a twist: players have to "infuse" items to hold them between the loops. Grab enough money and you will be able to keep weapons, plates and mods permanently … otherwise you will lose everything in the morning. It's a roguelite mechanic that encourages players to explore Blackreef rather than simply following target markers, but it can cause frustration. I was struggling to maintain the game's telekinesis power and only permanently locked it on my penultimate loop. While the system makes sense for mods that drop randomly while defeating an enemy, it's annoying to work through a story beat for a specific weapon or power just to get it back to base and not have the money to do it keep.

Colt shoots an enemy off the feet in Deathloop.

The roguelite dynamic can feel a little underdeveloped at times, although Arkane is careful not to make it too overwhelming. Colt gains three lives every time he enters a new area or jumps forward in the day, so players can experiment, die, and try again without wasting a run. Deathloop encourages players to put themselves in a dire situation and test the limits of their power. If that goes terribly wrong, there is always an option to try Plan B.

Interruption of the loop

The experimental mechanics are appropriate, because Arkane throws ideas against the wall and sees what sticks to Deathloop. Some of these ideas really land, as they do with the game's stylistic choices. But others are not quite as successful.

That brings us to the bizarre multiplayer component of Deathloop, which is easily the most polarizing aspect of the game. Players can play as Colts rival Juliana and “protect the bow” at any time. In the process, a player can literally invade someone else's game (friend or random stranger) and try to kill them. Similar mechanics appear in some of the Souls games, though it's a startling addition here.

Juliana grins in Deathloop.

For one thing, the game never offers a good reason to play as Juliana. There's little ambiguity about whether or not the loop is good or bad, so there's no real narrative motivation to stop Colt. It is a pure grief tool that encourages players to sabotage a real person's single player experience for laughter and rewards that don't carry over to Colt.

Playing as Juliana isn't that much fun either. The only major difference between her and Colt is that she can dress up as an NPC to trick players. I spent a lot of time wandering aimlessly around the map for minutes just to find Colt. As soon as I did we would have a shootout that lasted seconds. Additionally, I found it difficult to even get into a friend's game as there are (luckily) rules about how many times a player can be attacked per cycle. My friend kept showing up as "unavailable" even when playing an intruder free game. It hardly seemed worth the fuss.

On the Colts side, Juliana invasions worsen. I broke into a house in one run and spent 10 minutes carefully sneaking past cameras and guards. Suddenly a message appeared on the screen informing me that Juliana was on the hunt. Within a minute she stormed into the room and started throwing grenades, which ruined my plan. The first time it was kind of weird … and then it happened again. And then again. To make matters worse, Juliana "locks" the level exits each time they enter, which means Colt has to go to a location and manually unlock it before he can leave. Why should I want to go through another player, let alone experience it for myself?

It is purely a grief tool that encourages players to sabotage a real person's single player experience for laughs or small rewards.

It doesn't help that the mode feels ripe for tampering. When testing it with a friend I got some quick kills on Colt and a ridiculous amount of experience for it. In one game, I unlocked dozens of items, including high-level weapons and mods. It would only take a few such runs to leave Juliana in an overwhelming condition and devastating strangers.

There is also no way to unsubscribe from it. Switch to offline mode and the game will just randomly throw in a computer controlled saboteur. The only way to bypass the mechanics was to switch to Friends Only mode (since I was playing an early copy, I didn't have any friends to drop by). It just feels like a forced system meant to add arbitrary replay value to the mix.

It's a frustrating idea, although it's hard to be too upset. Arkane has always been known for its single player experiences and it is clear that the studio wants to expand its toolset here. The mode is a bit of a failed experiment, but I see it as a first draft of something better. In 10 years, I wouldn't be surprised to write a review on a new arcane game that expands the ideas of Deathloop, just as I am writing here about how Deathloop expands Dishonored.

And the loop goes on.

Our opinion

Deathloop isn't afraid to take experimental turns, and a lot of them pay off. It's a stylish action game that is entertaining in every aisle. Players never have to choose between clandestine exploration and frantic shootouts; You are encouraged to approach a situation in as many ways as possible in order to contrive a perfect crime. It's less successful when it comes to its forced multiplayer component, though it's hard to blame Arkane Studios for trying something new. There is no innovation without iteration.

Is there a better alternative?

Dishonored 2 is a little more consistent in the end, even if Deathloop creatively dwarfs it. Hitman 3 is also a killer option for those who want a pure stealth game.

How long it will take?

It takes around 10-15 hours to hit, depending on how long you spend exploring side lanes. Multiplayer adds game time, although it's hard to imagine a lot of people getting too involved with this site.

Should you buy it?

Yes sir. Despite its uneven creative gambling, Deathloop is a confident stealth action game with an excellent sense of style.

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13 Sep
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How To Manage Cancer From Zantac

Zantac or ranitidine made waves for all the wrong reasons. The US Food and Drug Administration ordered the recall of Zantac products from the market in April 2020. This was because they contained unacceptable levels of N-nitrosodimethylamine (NDMA), a chemical known to have the potential to cause cancer in humans.

The recall has also led to a surge in Zantac lawsuits, with many proponents and patients either suffering from cancer or fear of the risk after being prescribed Zantac for an extended period of time. Even if the question “Can Zantac lead to cancer?

Perhaps you are reading this article because you know someone who is now fighting cancer from Zantac, or you were recently diagnosed with the same problem. As daunting and traumatizing as this diagnosis is, remember that there is still hope. The most important thing is to know what you can do to properly treat your illness.

Understand the possible types of cancer that Zantac may cause. caused

Part of managing your condition has to do with tracking your history. You will need to review your medical history to establish a definitive link between your illness and the use of Zantac.

Remember, the main reason Zantac has been linked to cancer is because of the amount of NDMA in it. Here are some of the cancers that NDMA has been linked to:

  • Stomach cancer, also known as stomach cancer
  • Bladder cancer, which is usually characterized by symptoms such as painful urination and blood in the urine
  • Cancer of the small and large intestines, is one of the rarest types of cancer
  • Prostate cancer, which often leads to erectile dysfunction and painful urination
  • Colon cancer that starts as polyps in the rectum or colon

Get the appropriate treatment

Once you've met with your oncologist and you are aware of your condition, your doctor will most likely discuss the appropriate treatment for you. There is currently no cure for cancer. At most, treatments can help control the disease enough to prevent it from progressing. The sooner you have the treatments set out by your doctor, the better the result may be.

The most common types of cancer treatment include the following:

  • Surgery – The main goal of surgery is to remove as much cancer as possible before it spreads to other parts of the body.
  • Immunotherapy – This type of treatment is also known as biological therapy. This uses the body's own immune system to fight the disease. The thing about cancer is that it can survive and thrive in your body simply because your immune system cannot recognize it as an invader. Through immunotherapy, the immune system will be able to recognize the cancer and fight it to prevent it from developing.
  • Chemotherapy – This is possibly the most popular cancer treatment and treatment that uses drugs to kill cancer cells.
  • Hormone therapy – This type of treatment removes or blocks some of the hormones in your body to prevent cancer cells from growing. The reason for this is that there are some hormones that can boost the growth of cells. This option is often used in prostate and breast cancer.
  • Radiation therapy – This form of treatment uses powerful beams of energy to destroy cancer cells.

The above options are not exhaustive. Depending on the hospital or medical facility you are approaching and the stage and type of cancer, your oncologist may consider you a suitable candidate for other types of treatment.

Meet with a therapist regularly

The truth about cancer is that it's not just a battle for your physical health; it can also affect your mental and emotional wellbeing. Having cancer can trigger a seemingly endless cycle of fear, anxiety, and many other emotions. It is therefore common for patients to have days when they feel hopeless and depressed.

You will not be able to fight and overcome cancer if your mental health suffers too. For this reason, it is advisable to seek out a therapist who can help you keep your attitude positive. You don't have to let cancer take over your life. Talking to your therapist can give you a chance to express your otherwise hidden feelings so they don't ruin or negatively affect your way of thinking.

Enjoy the present moment

The future may seem unclear and ominous, there is no point in sticking to this idea too much. When you think about it, people who don't have cancer from Zantac or similar diseases also have an uncertain future. Nobody knows what will happen tomorrow or even the next second.

So, if you are dealing with cancer every day, enjoying the present moment is good practice. Find peace in yourself, no matter how scary it all may be. And don't take for granted the time and wonderful memories that you can still build with your family and friends.

Visit your oncologist as often as needed

Even if you may have been cleared of cancer and are now considered to be in remission or a cancer survivor, it does not give you permission to neglect your health. Rather, you need to be more responsible than ever and see the oncologist regularly. That way, you can have a medical follow-up exam to make sure your body is really doing well.

Not going through doctor visits and medical checkups can increase the chances of the cancer returning without you being aware of it. With each visit, you'll learn about the healthy eating habits you need to develop and the lifestyle changes you need to make to maintain your health and keep cancer at bay.

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Now that you know some of the things to do after getting a cancer diagnosis, among other things to remember, the most important thing is to never self-medicate. Always check your options with a doctor, especially an oncologist, whom you can trust. Whatever form of treatment you want to try should be approved by your doctor. Zantac Cancer shouldn't be taken lightly, and this is not the time to experiment or seek solutions for yourself.

13 Sep
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The Ultimate Go-to Exercise For Better Pecs

It's difficult to find exercises that target your pecs, deltoids, and triceps primarily while performing other vital functions. It takes a lot of brainstorming and hard work to find the most appropriate exercise for getting your upper body muscles working properly. Fortunately, we've found the perfect exercise to meet your quick torso build criteria – dumbbell chest press.

The king of all pectoral exercises

This workout is one of the most important and is mainly recommended by trainers and doctors if you want to strengthen your chest muscles. This tremendous workout is also known to develop the triceps, biceps, pecs, and deltoids. Building muscle tissue and strength are some of the key benefits. Performing this exercise regularly can be of great help if you want to build your upper body muscles without trying numerous workouts. It can also be called "all in one" as it enriches you with the benefits that you get from doing several exercises together.

Different handle positions for trying out dumbbell chest presses with:

A handful of variations of different hand grip positions on this chest press workout have been introduced to improve its performance. Each grip position has its own character, so it can be practiced alternatively.

#1. Neutral grip

This type of grip involves lifting the dumbbells in a "side grip" position. To do the neutral grip, all you need to do is make sure your palms are facing the medial plane of your body.

# 2. Pronounced handle

This grip refers to lifting the barbell in an "overhand" position. To perform the pronated grip, your palms should be facing away from your body towards your feet.

# 3. Twist grip

This type of grip refers to starting each rep with a neutral grip position and ending each rep with a pronated grip position.

Increase dumbbell chest press performance with simple steps:

It's easy to do this exercise once you get the hang of it. To make it easier, we've provided all of the information necessary to complete this exercise. This may take a back seat to all of your top boy fitness related issues.

1. First, start by sitting at the end of the bench while holding the dumbbells in a neutral position and resting them on your thighs.

2. Then, as you lie down, transform your neutral grip position on either side to a pronated grip position. Keep your arms a little wider than shoulder width apart.

3. Now stretch your arms just above your chest as you lift your weights. It would be helpful if you position your dumbbells a short distance apart.

4. Finally, steadily bend your elbows to return to the starting position.

Repeat.

Common mistakes to avoid:

When doing chest presses with dumbbells, people often make mistakes that can negatively affect the exercise.

1. You should never attempt to lift weights heavier than you can as this could result in serious injury or strain. This will also prevent you from maintaining proper shape and severely limit your freedom of movement.

2. Arching the back is another common mistake people usually make. This can limit your range of motion, making the exercise less effective.

3. Total neglect of the rotator cuff can be one of the biggest problems in performing the exercise. This will reduce your freedom of movement and prevent you from maintaining proper shape. This will be the main cause of the decreased effectiveness of the exercise.

Advantages of the dumbbell chest press that you won't want to miss:

The exercise offers a ton of additional benefits that will motivate you to build your chest muscles.

1. This exercise is not only responsible for building your chest muscles, but also promoting better upper body strength.

2. By practicing this workout regularly, you will be able to perform daily and sports activities with ease and comfort.

3. This excellent workout also enables you to burn lots of calories while increasing muscle strength.

4. Eventually, it will be very useful in improving your well-being and self-confidence, thereby promoting better thinking and peace of mind.

Some Zingy Variations of Dumbbell Chest Press to Try:

You should definitely try some zesty and twisted variations of this chest press if you are completely comfortable with the traditional version of t.

1. Incline bench press with dumbbells

This version of the classic chest press allows you to work the upper fibers of your pectoral muscles. It's also responsible for working and strengthening your upper chest. The only difference between an incline dumbbell bench press and a flat bench dumbbell chest press is that it is performed at 45 degrees.

2. Refuse chest press with dumbbells

The Decline dumbbell chest press is responsible for working the lower fibers of your pectoral muscle. While it isn't as helpful in building muscle as the inclined version, it's still pretty important. By including all three versions of this exercise – flat bench, incline, and incline – you can get the maximum benefits of this exercise at a much more desirable speed.

3. Dumbbell chest press on the mat

Practicing this chest press on a mat is very beneficial in many ways. First, it allows you to improve your lower back muscles. It also puts a strain on your chest muscles, thus amplifying the benefits. This variant should be performed with a pronated or neutral grip.

Frequently asked Questions:

1. Which muscles does the dumbbell chest press mainly train?

This workout mainly works your pecs, triceps, biceps, and deltoids.

2. How many dumbbell chest presses should I do?

For maximum benefit, you will need to aim for 2 to 3 sets of 8 to 15 repetitions of this exercise.

3. What tips should you keep in mind when doing chest presses with dumbbells?

Some things to keep in mind while pressing a dumbbell are:

A. Remember to keep your back flat during this exercise.

B. Head, shoulders and buttocks should be aligned on the bench at all times.

C. Your wrists should be kept in a neutral position to avoid bending.

13 Sep
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Using Natural Ingredients As Your Preferred Health Supplement

It is never too late to change your life, for the better, and the fastest and easiest way to do this is through diet. When you eat better, you feel better, and the chemicals we know make up the foods we buy are not made to help our bodies, but they can have serious negative long-term effects.

You want to improve the quality of your life and, as with all new projects, that starts with careful research.

First looking at the foods you eat that you particularly enjoy and would die without, and then tweaking the ingredients and replacing them with healthier alternatives is a quick way to get started on your new health adventure.

Keeping an eye on health.

So which ingredients are considered healthier than others, aside from the obvious chocolate cake versus vegetables scenario. There are foods that are considered healthy by society and are part of your 5 daily staples, but they add to your struggles with weight loss and physical ailments. Ingredients like fruit may seem good for you, but what most people don't know or don't even think about is the fructose content that each fruit has to offer.

You may think that an orange is high in vitamin C, and a small amount, let's face it, but the sugar content far outweighs anything the vitamin can do. Instead of finding vitamins and minerals in fruits and even some high-sugar vegetables, opt for organic, natural products that come straight from nature.

Companies like Cheefbotanicals, which pride themselves on natural, organic, and chemical-free products, are a great starting point for you to browse the range of products available in the market and get you started right away.

You want to be sure that the ingredients you are buying and planning to include in your diet are not filled with preservatives or artificial flavors. If you can't pronounce the name or have never heard of it, this should be a red flag and you are better off looking elsewhere or better yet, growing your own produce. But more on that on another day.

Available options.

Now you have committed to going to the gym more regularly and making big diet changes and finding the right organic ingredient took some research, but CBD is your product of choice. And a good one too. But if you can eat normal food without feeling like an outsider cooking at home, the answer is a wonderful yes.

In addition to the CBD oil, which can be easily added to virtually any dish you prepare, there are also cannabidiol-infused treats and snacks that make lunch breaks and tea breaks much more interesting. CBD-infused cookies dipped in a cannabidiol cup of tea are like the best of both worlds. You get the benefits of a naturally grown plant while being warmed by a steaming cup of tea.

Biscuits and baked goods can easily be packed in a lunch box and with the new flavors of gummy bears and sweets there is something for everyone at any time of the day.

Be healthy.

Do we have to go through the endless spin cycle courses or the long hours in the gym to stay fit? And to top it off, health experts tell us that we need to drink small glasses of freshly cut grass (see here https://www.prevention.com/food-nutrition/g20455456/i-took-wheatgrass-shots- every-morning- for-two-weeks / for more info on this), but it's not for everyone.

It may be so extreme to some, but there are other methods that are not as intense but still help reap the rewards of a healthier, more active lifestyle.

There are many positive aspects to taking care of yourself, thinking about the foods you are putting into your body, and making better choices. Let's take a quick look at the top three reasons people start making changes. Why they decided it was time.

  • mood. Surprisingly, this was one of the top three factors why people started a fitness program. They knew it made them feel great after a good workout, and it prepared them for a great day too. And if you had this feeling, and your work went well, why should you want anything else?
  • Prevention. Increased blood flow to vital organs helps them be stronger and less prone to problems across the board. They fight and eliminate the risk of obesity and high cholesterol, and your joints are more flexible, something we could all use as we age gracefully, right?
  • To trust. When we don't look or feel good it is easy to get depressed, and if we are not treated or recognized early on, it can have serious consequences down the line. Getting fit is fun, especially when all the girls are taking a Taibo class together, and the plus is that you look great.

Even supermodels need to work on confidence, believe it or not, to keep you motivated and click here for some inspirational messages and sayings that will get you to embrace whatever day it has to throw at you. And we all know that life is too short to be unhappy when you feel confident about yourself looking confident.

12 Sep
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Perfect Exercise For Better Hamstrings

Reverse hyperextension is known as a great powerlifting and bodybuilding exercise that also involves promoting strength and conditioning. This workout, also known as the reverse hyper, is considered a great alternative to the classic Romanian deadlift. It is primarily responsible for the work of your rear chain, which includes your hamstrings, glutes, and lower back muscles. This training involves the use of a suitable reverse hyper machine, with each device having completely different functions. Your choice of an ideal reverse hyper machine will depend entirely on your trainer's recommendations.

It's a great alternative to the deadlift because these exercises completely lack support for your lower back and put a lot of strain on your spine. However, with reverse hyperextension, your lower back remains in a neutral position, which causes minor injury or wear and tear. In addition, reverse hyperfunction is responsible for improved squat and deadlift performance. In addition, this exercise is considered safe as it completely prevents the lower back from curving, thus avoiding any risk of injury or strain. These reverse hyperextension benefits set it apart from any other exercise and should therefore be added to your exercise routine.

The Reverse Hyperextensions Guide below has all of the relevant information needed to complete this exercise in no time.

How to Perform Reverse Hyperextension Efficiently:

The information on Reverse Hyper, which ranges from step-by-step instructions to variations, would be perfect to walk you all the way. So don't forget to read this article to the end and implement the information provided to get the maximum benefit.

Step by step instructions:

1. To begin, you need to lie down on the bench on the hyper-reverse machine with your stomach and torso and not your hips.

2. Let your legs hang straight down toward the floor while holding the handles in the device to hold your upper body in place.

3. Now, while contracting your lower back muscles, hamstrings, and buttocks, raise your legs until they are parallel to the floor.

4. Now lower your legs back down to the starting position.

Repeat.

Storage tips In Understanding:

1. Always make sure you have a quick but efficient warm-up session before performing the reverse hyperextensions. This should be done to avoid the risk of injury or strain, and to tone the target muscles.

2. With your legs hanging straight to the floor, remember to contract your abs to keep your spine neutral and support.

3. Always keep the movement of lifting your legs smooth and controllable.

4. Avoid stretching your legs up, as the firm swing would do the work for the targeted muscle groups. This can also lead to lower back injuries.

Variations of Reverse Hyperextensions:

If you are incredibly familiar with the performance of classic reverse hyperextensions, then you can try the given variations for a little twist:

#1. Reverse hypers with a stability ball

If you can't pick up a hyper reverse machine, feel free to grab an exercise ball for this exercise. This is considered to be one of the most convenient ways to perform reverse hyperextension because you can easily do this workout at home. An additional tip is that the larger the stability ball, the more effective the exercise is.

Step by step instructions:

1. First, lie down on an exercise ball and, at the same time, place your hands on the floor or reach for solid, immovable equipment. Make sure to keep the ball under your hips and stomach.

2. While keeping your torso in a neutral position, lift your legs off the floor so they are in line with your body.

3. Lower your feet back down to return to the starting position.

Repeat.

# 2. Reverse hypers with an exercise bench

If you don't have access to a hyper reverse machine, this exercise will come in handy for you.

Step by step instructions:

1. First you need to lie down on a gymnastics bench with your torso actually lying on the bench; your feet were resting on the floor and your legs were upright. Your stomach and chest should rest on the bench with your hips and pelvis at the end.

2. Now lift your legs until they are parallel to the floor.

3. Then lower your legs back down to return to the starting position.

Repeat.

12 Sep
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Windmill Exercise: Follow Steps & Variations

The windmill is known as a full body exercise that uses kettlebells. This demanding training places particular emphasis on improving the stability and strength of your body in your glutes, shoulders and inclines. It's also responsible for improving the strength of your core muscles so they can attack efficiently. It is also beneficial to improve flexibility in your hips and hamstrings. This exercise is ideal for you if you want to improve your body's strength, stability, and flexibility. If you practice this exercise regularly, you can perform daily and sports activities with ease and comfort.

You can also increase your cardio by doing the windmill exercise, and it will also help increase your body's glucose endurance. The experts also suggest the performance of kettlebell training rather than any other weightlifting exercise. So this exercise is perfect for you. Additionally, because of the never-ending benefits of Windmill training, you should add it to your regular exercise regimen.

The windmill exercise guide below is perfect for you as it will provide you with all of the information needed to complete this exercise.

To do the windmill exercise like a pro:

Below is everything you need to know, from step-by-step instructions and common mistakes, to tips and variations to really excel at performing this exercise.

Step by step instructions:

1. First stand with feet hip-width apart and toes slightly stretched to allow better freedom of movement.

2. Now grab a kettlebell with your right hand and then stretch it just above your head. Also, make sure that your right palm is facing forward.

3. Then extend your left arm in front of your left thigh. Your left palm should also be facing forward. In this position, your arms appear like those of a windmill.

4. Now, while lowering your torso down and then to the left, hang in your hips. With your right hand fully extended above your head, your left arm continues to point forward as it slides closer to the front part of your left leg.

5. With your left hand near your left foot, tilt your upper body to the left while still twisting it slightly to the right. If done correctly, you will feel a weight shift into your right hip.

6. Return to the starting position by reversing the movement.

Storage tips In Understanding:

1. Always do a quick but efficient warm-up before lifting the kettlebell or other weight. This should be done to avoid the risk of injury or strain and to strengthen your target muscles.

2. Make sure your back is perfectly straight and upright as you perform this exercise.

Common mistakes that are usually made:

1. People often tend to bend their knees during this exercise to bring their weightless hands closer to the floor. This should be avoided at all costs.

2. In addition, most people who practice this exercise often hyperextend their shoulders, causing their upper arm to float back and behind the shoulder. Avoid this at all costs and instead try to keep a flat, straight line between your shoulders and chest.

3. Turning your torso too much can increase the risk of serious injury or strain as only your torso is rotated instead of the entire torso.

4. Too little torsion of your torso will also prevent you from getting the maximum benefit from this exercise.

Variations of the windmill exercise:

When you are completely familiar with the performance of the classic windmill exercise, there are a few variations that you can try:

1. Dumbbell windmill

As the name suggests, this version of the traditional windmill exercise involves dumbbells instead of a kettlebell. It is considered to be more demanding for your anterior and posterior teeth than the classic version. It can also come in handy when you can't grab a kettlebell.

2. Double kettlebell windmill

This exercise involves using two kettlebells instead of just one. Aside from the kettlebell that you hold above your head, you have another one in your arms that you lower to touch the floor. This ensures the promotion of additional resistance in your body.

12 Sep
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How to get the most out of your time at the gym

It's been a while since you went to the gym. Maybe it's because you're busy, or maybe because you just hate to go. The fact is: Nobody has time to go to the gym. But we all have to train! Whether you're sleeping, working, or just wanting to be with family and friends, there never seems to be enough hours in the day to get it all done. But it doesn't have to stay that way! The key is learning how to maximize your time in the gym so that you can accomplish two goals at the same time – get fit and feel successful without sacrificing anything else. In this post, you will find three tips to help you do that!

  1. Bring a friend to the gym: Not only will you be having fun and having fun, but you'll also split up your time in the gym. You don't want to spend 2 hours on the treadmill or do squats; 20 minutes is more than enough to get a good cardio workout for the day. Instead of trying to use the gym as your only chance to catch up on sleep and work, use it with your friend so you can do a few minutes of cardio on the treadmill while he does pushups. Then switch! Don't take the time at the gym spending 30 minutes doing cardio because you think you have to; Split that time with your friend and be done in 15. Who knows, you might even find a new friend!

  1. Focus on the main event: Don't bring clothes to workout if you don't intend to use them. You can just wear the ones you already wear. Respect your word: exercise when you say you are going to exercise. It takes an average of 30 minutes to complete an hour of training. So try to be as efficient as possible in the gym. Watch the clock; If you're not moving fast enough ask yourself why and then fix it, but don't spend time switching between machines.

3. Enter and exit the gym ASAP: “Rush hour” and peak times are always the busiest. To avoid waiting for others in the gym, be there early in the morning before work or later in the evening after work when people are not so busy. When you can't avoid rush hour and are suitable for more people to motivate each other! Try booking your fitness regimen in the morning when you are most awake or in the evening when you are not busy. That way, you can focus more on your workout rather than looking at your phone or dreaming about what's next.

4. Wear comfortable clothing for your workout: It doesn't matter what you're wearing if you don't move in it! People who exercise regularly know that good workout clothes can completely change the way you think about your workout. Wear training clothes in which you feel confident in your skills. Invest in good clothing so you can get started right away when an idea for a workout comes to mind!

5. Do not eat before or after exercise; drink water instead: You could jeopardize your results if you eat before a workout. Your body will break down nutrients instead of burning them for energy as quickly and efficiently. So you don't have to eat anything before training; drink water or other low-calorie liquids instead!

6. Find a routine that works for you: Whether it's cardio, weight lifting, yoga, or something else, you can find an exercise program that suits you. For example, some people enjoy yoga because it is calm and gives them time to relax; others enjoy weight lifting or cardio because it helps them relieve their daily stress. If you hate going to the gym, the first thing to focus on is finding a routine that you love so much that you will look forward to it. This may sound easy, but it can be harder than you think – but if you stick with the routine no matter how difficult it gets (and it gets hard), then at some point you'll look forward to getting back to what you are makes you feel great.

7. Get your gear: Once you have found an exercise program that is right for you, it is time to get all of the equipment you will need. Many gyms offer a sports package (from socks to water bottles) at a discounted price, or if your gym has a membership program they may also be able to help with providing certain equipment such as yoga mats and exercise balls.

8. Do what is good for you: If the gym is making you skid, don't go. Or, if it's cold outside, find a gym with a pool or hot tub to warm you up. If you don't like the music, bring your headphones and listen to what you want. If you see someone being rude or intimidating, go elsewhere (there are plenty of gyms where people are nice and respectful). You can also use various online platforms to work out at home or in the gym. Visit modernfit.com to find out which is the best workout for you.

9. Make use of free weights, machines: Know which equipment is best for certain exercises: The workout stations in the gym are not always being used properly, which wastes your time and energy. Here's a little exercise equipment cheat sheet to keep you posted:

  • When trying to exercise your quads: use the leg press, leg extensions, or squats.
  • When trying to work out your chest: Use the push-up machine or the bench press.
  • When trying to exercise your shoulders: use the shoulder dumbbell press or the crossover cable over the machine.
  • While it's not a rule that you need to use specific equipment for certain parts of your body, if you want better results from your workout, try these three rules at the gym.

Diploma:

Stay motivated by having a goal for what you want to achieve every time you hit the gym. Please track your workouts with an app or fitness tracker so that you can more easily see how much progress you are making over time. And remember, the key to any successful workout is persistence. Even if you are not in top shape, it is important to get your body used to the daily exercise routine. You will only see results if you do this!

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