Genuflexions with the dumbbell
This exercise is executed from a standing position, with the legs slightly spread and holding the dumbbell on the shoulders with a pronation grip. During execution there is a possibility of serious accidents to occur. In order to avoid such situations, the exercise should be executed maintaining the back straight and holding the dumbbell on the trapezius muscle, which should be tense. Another important aspect is that the bodybuilder should place under his/her heels a platform, few centimetres thick, while executing this exercise. This measure provides stability and also directs the effort into the area of the thighs. Also for the sake of security of the back area, a wide belt should be worn during exercising. Genuflexions could be executed holding the legs in three possible positions: With the legs slightly spread and the soles in a parallel position. This variant helps develop the thighbone muscles. a) With the knees apart and the heels close. c) With the knees apart and the heels close. Genuflexions contribute not only to the development of the muscles of the thighs, but also strenghten the cardiac muscle as they accelerate the metabolism and the blood circulation thus maintaining the general health. Breathing: the bodybuilder inhales before the execution of the genuflexion and exhales when returning to the initial position.