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Supports the joints
Stop focusing only on aesthetics; pumps also benefit your joints. The joints are the regions where two or more bones meet, allowing optimal mobility. If your joints, especially those on your shoulders, suffer, it may be beneficial to incorporate a routine of pumps. Pumps are multi-joint exercise and can help strengthen the muscles and tendons around the shoulders. Although there is no fixed number of pumps to be made for everyone, many health professionals recommend making three sets of 12 repetitions.
Prevents cardiovascular problems
Pumps are very beneficial to your cardiovascular system. This exercise forces your heart to work harder, producing oxygen, which is then sent to muscle tissue. For optimal results, you have to make intense efforts. A study of male firefighters in 2019 found that those able to do 40 pumps in 30 seconds had a lower risk of heart disease and cardiovascular problems over the next ten years.
Protects the shoulders
One of the most avoidable injuries is the rotator cuff, which allows the muscles and tendons of the shoulder to function properly. With age, our shoulders become increasingly vulnerable to damage, making exercise essential. Pumps strengthen the muscles around the rotator cap, stabilizing the shoulders and making them more flexible, improving your ability to perform physical work. To begin with, the experts recommend targeting three sets of 12 repetitions.
Reinforces the trunk
If you dream of a nice chocolate tablet for your next time at the beach, you need to make a suitable amount of pumps. Front and rearward pumps are particularly effective in muscleing the trunk. The trunk includes everything from absculars to the waist and the pool. The muscles of this region are divided into two groups: the muscles of mobilization and stabilization. The stabilizing muscles maintain a healthy posture and support the body, while the mobilization muscles allow our movements. Well-executed pumps reinforce each of these areas, supporting the back, improving flexibility and allowing faster travel. A weak trunk can cause back problems and rapid fatigue, especially for runners and gymnasts. Strengthening your muscles with pumps is therefore crucial to avoid injuries.
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