How To

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In our 'How To' series, I will be breaking down a lot of the core movements we do here at AFFM. These videos were designed to give you the tools, and confidence to get the most out of your Fun Moves. Think of these series as your very own 1-1 personal training session with me.

-Andrea

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  • Push-Up Options + Variations | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you some options you could chose from if regular push-ups from your toes, or knees aren't your favourite!

    Props Needed: Your mat and an elevated surface

    What to Keep in mind: There are no superior, or better options when it comes to your push-ups. The option tha...

  • Rows | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you the basics for proper rowing technique.

    Props Needed: Whatever equipment you se for rows, and elevated surface.

    Why I love rows? They are an awesome movement for training posterior upper body strength. They are great for improving posture, and overall back h...

  • Push-Ups | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you the basics for proper push-up technique.

    Props Needed: Your mat!

    Why I love Push-Ups? They are an awesome movement for training upper body, and core strength. They also teach you (when done properly) how to have proper control of your shoulder blades (scapul...

  • Squats Fundamentals | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you the basics for proper squat technique.

    Props Needed: Your mat, and a stool or chair.

    Why I love Squats? They are a movement we will see in a lot of everyday movements. They are an amazing way to strengthen your entire body, with a focus on quads, glutes, a...

  • Dumbbell Squats | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you the basics for proper squat technique using dumbbells

    Props Needed: Whatever dumbbells you have available to you

    Why I love Squats? They are a movement we will see in a lot of everyday movements. They are an amazing way to strengthen your entire body, with ...

  • Kettlebell Squats | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you the basics for proper squat technique using kettlebells

    Props Needed: Whatever kettlebell you have available to you

    Why I love Squats? They are a movement we will see in a lot of everyday movements. They are an amazing way to strengthen your entire body, wit...

  • Split Squats | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you the basics for proper split squat technique.

    Props Needed: Your mat, and maybe a couch or table near by to assist with balance

    Why I love Split Squats? They are a great way to focus on unilateral lower body strength. They translate very well into everyday l...

  • Single Legged Squats | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you the basics for proper single legged squat technique.

    Props Needed: A stool or chair, then maybe a pillow or stack of books depending on how high your stool/chair is.

    Why I love Single Legged Squats? They are a great way to focus on unilateral lower body str...

  • Creating Core 'Tension' | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you the basics on how functional core tension, or bracing. We consider something 'functional' when you can 'load' or move through an entire range of motion that a joint can offer without pain or restriction. A huge factor in successfully performing a lot of the mo...

  • Planks | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you the basics for proper planking technique. We will go over both the high plank and forearm plank.

    Props Needed: Just your mat!

    Why I love Planks? They are a fantastic way to train full body strength, with an emphasis on trunk (core) stability + strength. I al...

  • Side Plank Variations | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you the basics for proper planking technique. We will go over both the high plank and forearm plank.

    Props Needed: Just your mat!

    Why I love Side Planks? They are fantastic way to teach people proper control of our shoulders and scapulas, and of course work our ...

  • Deadlifting Fundamentals | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you the basics to completing a deadlift, and getting to know the hinge pattern.

    Props Needed: A dowel, broom stick, or mop (if you got it), and a wall, couch, or counter top (something that is higher than your butt...

    Why I love Deadlifts? They are a fantastic w...

  • Dumbell Deadlifts | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you how to deadlift using a dumbbells, some tips for successfully deadlifting with either a pair of dumbbells, or just 1 heavy one, and some come mistakes and errors I can see and how to fix them. Please complete the basics of Deadlifting before this video!

    Prop...

  • Kettlebell Deadlifts | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you how to deadlift using a kettlebell, some tips for successfully deadlifting with a kettlebell, and some come mistakes and errors I can see and how to fix them. Please complete the basics of Deadlifting before this video!

    Props Needed: A stack of books, or a y...

  • Kickstand Deadlifts | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you how to do a kickstand deadlift, with some tips, tricks, and common mistakes I see. Please complete the basics of Deadlifting before this video!

    Props Needed: IF you like using a dowel, broom stick, or mop to give you some feedback, you can also use it in thi...

  • Single Legged Deadlift | HOW TO

    In this HOW TO I will be showing you how to do a single legged deadlift, some tips for successfully single legged deadlifting, and some come mistakes and errors I can see happen in a single legged deadlift. Please complete the basics of Deadlifting before this video!

    Props Needed: A dowel, broo...