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The two most familiar bodyweight exercises for back are pull-ups and chin-ups. There are grip variations which engage the back in different ways depending on the angle of the grip and the width of the hand placement. Pull-ups generally have an overhand, wide grip, and the exercise focuses on the width of the lats. Chin-ups have a closer, reversed hand grip that engages the length of the lats from origin to insertion, as well as a secondary engagement to the biceps. The movements utilize several muscles of the back in addition to the lats (latissimus dorsi.) The other muscles involved in these movements are the infraspinatus, teres major, teres minor, middle and lower trapezius, posterior deltoid, biceps brachii, and brachioradialis. The primary back muscles used in any of the following movements is the latissimus dorsi.

Proper exercise form. A proper pull-up begins with arms fully extended, hands forward with a wide grip, pulling the body upward until the head passes the pull-up bar. However, I personally find more benefit in engaging the muscles when stopping before the head passes the bar and holding for a brief one-two second static tensing of the lats. As I pull myself up and pause the movement, I flare my lats and squeeze the central muscles of my back. You’ll find that you will not get as many repetitions when controlling the exercise in this way, but the benefits are far greater than sloppy form or rapid kipping pull-ups. In this variation, the biceps should finish parallel to the bar.

Go slowly. Both the upward and downward movements of any variation of pull-ups or chin-ups should be done slowly, having the lats endure the positive motion, the static motion, and the negative motion. The positive motion is the “pulling upward,” and the static motion is the holding for one-two seconds, tensing or squeezing the muscles; the negative motion is the “downward motion.”

V-grip pull-ups is another excellent exercise that engages other important back muscles such as the rhomboids. It is performed holding a V-shape handle for a close grip, and pulling the body up to the point where the chest nears the V-grip handle. This movement isolates the lats on the static and negative motions, and the central back muscles such the rhomboids and lower trapezius on the positive motion. The exercise can be performed straight up and down, or moving side to side if the V-shape handle is placed over a straight pull-up bar.

Side grip pull-ups have always been one of my favorite back exercises. This pull-up variation also engages the rear deltoids and rhomboids. Side grip pull-ups also provide a more comfortable position for the shoulders, and less stress on the rotator cuff simply because of the grip position. This grip also limits the engagement of the biceps. As a result of less biceps fatigue, you will find that you will be able to perform more repetitions with the side grip.

Hand position and grip. Positioning of the hands makes a tremendous difference on successfully performing the variations of pull-up exercises. Some choose to perform pull-ups with hand positioning that is just beyond shoulder width, but I have always used a wide grip pull-up to maximize my results for the width of the lats. For chin-ups, I have always placed my hands with a head’s width in between. I also use a side-to-side V-grip pull-up movement.

If you seek a wide, developed back as well as back strength and overall upper body strength, I highly recommend incorporating pull-ups, chin-ups, V-grip pull-ups, and side grip pull-ups. Adding bodyweight exercises that involve moving your own bodyweight will give you the benefits of dense muscle, better shape, and improvement in weight-training exercises. Basic foundational exercises are still the best in my book.

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5 Reasons Why All Inclusive Resorts Like Holy Ship! Wrecked Might Be Better Than A Festival

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Imagine a music festival that is right on the sandy beaches of Mexico. Drinks, food and lodging are all taken care of the entire weekend and you are always just minutes from any of the stages.

Well, there’s no need to imagine because numerous events around the world like Holy Ship! Wrecked are happening at all-inclusive resorts.

Here’s why all-inclusives might actually be better than a normal festival.

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1. Convenience

The convenience of being at an all-inclusive resort while simultaneously being at a music festival is unmatched. The walk from your bed to each part of most resorts is no longer than 10 minutes.

No more waiting for Ubers to the festival itself, because you are already on the festival grounds, 24/7. Feel free to grab a bite to eat while jamming out to your favorite artists. Most resorts have grab-and-go food options that allow you to eat what you want, at the speed you want. 

2. Included Amenities

Talk about a beautiful backdrop for a music festival, as the Hard Rock Cancun Resort sits on the beautiful beaches of Cancun. With your stay you get a music festival ticket, all-you-can-eat meals, and all-you-can-drink alcoholic (or non-alcoholic) beverages.

At the Hard Rock, you can also expect to have 24-hour room service and a jacuzzi in your room. If that wasn’t enough, you can enjoy many amenities on the property as well, such as a gym, swimming, and even a whole water park! 

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3. No Hidden Fees

Have you ever been to a city festival and realized that you wanted to get a drink? And then you realize later that you lost track and accidentally bought a few rounds for each of your friends?

Sometimes city festivals can cost more than originally planned, which is the beauty of an all-inclusive resort festival. You are made aware of all amenities beforehand and unless you want to participate in an off-resort activity, or you break something in your room, you will not be charged anything extra to enjoy what the Hard Rock Resort has to offer. 

4. Unlimited Re-entry 

While not allowing re-entry at most festivals is a measure put in place for safety reasons, it can be an inconvenience when you have scanned inside the festival and forgot something like a jacket or water bottle.

When you get to Holy Ship! Wrecked, there is programming that lasts almost all day and night. At any time you are allowed to leave, go to your room, and come back to the music. Having unlimited re-entry can allow you to go swimming during the day and dress into your best rave fits at night! 

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5. Make Friends Around the World 

Holy Ship! Wrecked attracts a worldwide crowd, many of whom will be traveling to Cancun, Mexico for this year’s edition of the festival.

While at city-wide festivals there can be some travelers, the majority of the attendees are from the city/country the festival is being held in.

The majority of attendees of Holy Ship are not living in Cancun, Mexico, so it gives attendees a chance to meet new friends from around the world and experience a little bit of what makes Mexico such a fantastic place to visit.

Holy Ship! Wrecked is taking place in Cancun, Mexico December 12-16, 2023. Click here to reserve a room.

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Published Date: Tue, 05 Dec 2023 18:59:14 +0000

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[Event Review] SIDEPIECE: Home Run Tour at Avant Garner, Brooklyn

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Party Favor and NITTI‘s house project never misses a beat. SIDEPIECE has earned a reputation for pulling inspiration from a wide gamut of genres, all the while keeping pace with a 4 beat kick drum. The duo specializes in house music, with a focus on groovy basslines and catchy hooks. Their shows carry a certain type of unique energy that enthralls listeners who can’t help but dance. After a huge year of releases including a recent collab with the Golden State Warriors, The GRAMMY-nominated Los Angeles based house duo returned to New York for the next iteration of their tour Friday December 1st, with support from Mark Knight, Cloverdale and Akki.

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Having followed the duo since their early days working together, it was amazing seeing their sound evolve into what is today along with their production. SIDEPIECE as a project has an easy to grasp and goofy concept that doesn’t take itself too seriously; and it reflects in the energy and music that they produce. This carries over into their live performances as well, where Dylan and Ricky think quick on their feet and are able to deliver exactly what the crowd wants and when they want it. You can tell that they are just there to have fun, and it puts the crowd at ease and encourages them to do so as well. The Great Hall was decked out with large inflatable lips — aligning with their visual concept, and the stage was elevated and well thought out. There was no shortage of lights, lasers, and cryo cannons. It was a spectacular show, and one of the last few tour stops this year. Make sure to catch them if they are in your city! Ticket information here.

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Finland’s Weekend Festival Announces Headliners

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Weekend Festival returns to Espoo’s new Vermo Arena for a second time on August 2 and 3 2024 with a mouthwatering line-up of global dance superstars. The first wave of headliners for this year’s event includes Timmy Trumpet, Ann Clue, Boris Brejcha, Da Tweekaz, Darude, Deniz Bul, Kanine, Moritz Hofbauer, Showtek, Sub Zero Project, Tungevaag, Vibe Chemistry, Will Sparks and on top of that come even more global superstars including Alan Walker, Tiësto, Wade, Miane, Coone and Dion Visser.

General sale will start on December 11th 8 am CET.

The Award winning Weekend Festival has fast established itself as one of the best electronic festivals in Europe and is considered the best party of the year in Finland. Over the last decade, it has welcomed more than 850 artists, over 840,000 visitors from more than 50 different countries and has been held not only in Finland but also in Estonia and Sweden. It is an unforgettable two days for those who seek the adrenaline rush of live performances but also look for a comprehensive experience that includes visual arts, interactive installations, and the companionship of like-minded music lovers.

Weekend Festival welcomes 20,000 people to the Vermo Arena – a famous horse racing track venue. It is a great setting with plenty of nearby accommodation options, and is accessible from local train and tram stations just 10 minutes away from Helsinki city centre. It comes alive with next level production, world class sound systems, immersive lights and plenty more. This year Weekend Festival will cater for 18+ attendees only.

Weekend Festival continues to uphold a remarkable reputation by offering the largest-scale electronic music event ever witnessed in Finland, backed of course by top level production. This significant investment in the festival’s production is also reflected in the event’s appeal, the pre-sale registrations exceeded 15,000—a number that greatly surpasses the registration figures of previous years. The limited availability of tickets further highlights the festival’s exclusivity and high demand.

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Says Marketing Director Atro Anttila, “We definitely think that going back to our roots was exactly the right direction for us. Electronic music is again clearly growing internationally, and Weekend Festival is the only festival of this scale in Northern Europe where you can get such a comprehensive electronic dance music experience. Coming back to Espoo felt like a warm homecoming. With our finger on the pulse of the latest trends and an ear for the globe’s hottest beats, we are ready to amplify the energy and bring the most electrifying parties to Northern Europe. Get ready for an even more vibrant, bass-dropping, and unforgettable festival journey as we continue to cater exclusively to the most passionate adult fans of the electronic music scene.”

This year the theme is ‘Disco Nation’ and there will be three impressive stages to choose from; WKND Stage which offers more mainstream sounds, the Future Stage which deals in hardstyle and drum & bass, and CNNCT Stage which offers techno and tech house. As well as that there will be plenty of food areas, an indoor VIP space and VIP Tribune.

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Musically, all bases are covered with EDM superstars Timmy Trumpet and Showtek, joined by cutting edged selectors such as Boris Brejcha whose label Fckng Serious will take over The Future Stage on Friday and will feature a set from the man himself as well as Ann Clue, Deniz Bul, Moritz Hofbauer and Frieder & Jakob. Also playing will be Brennan Heart, Da Tweekaz, Sub Zero Project, Tungevaag and Will Sparks.

Added on December 4th are further legends such as Norwegian hit maker Alan Walker, pioneering trance star Tiësto, hardstyle heavyweight Coone and influential house innovators Wade, Miane and Dion Visser.

Weekend Festival is like nothing else in Finland and is an experience not to be missed.

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