038. Throwing
Launching objects into the air is another essential human ability.
Ancient men practiced throwing whenever they were hunting prey or fighting enemies. Different objects were used as projectiles, like stones, sticks, javelins and axes. To increase the throwing distance, they invented slings and bows, but such tools are not in scope of our interest. We will stay focused on launching objects solely with the muscle power.
039. Impacts
Powerful hit can solve all kinds of problems.
Sooner or later, colliding with other people and objects in your surrounding is inevitable. That’s why it would be wise to become capable of generating impacts, as well as be prepared to withstand the incoming impact forces. Besides, everyone should be able to perform simple impacts, like hitting nails with a hammer or chopping wood with an axe.
040. Sit-Ups
Important motion for completing balanced and fully functional body power.
Training sit-ups may not be mandatory in general sense, but it would be very beneficial to practice them at least occasionally. They are probably the best go-to exercise for training total lower body flexion. Sit-ups will activate flexion in abdominal muscles and hip flexors, while maintaining tension in knee and ankle flexors.