Exercise Database

Dumbbell Rotational Bench Press

Steps : 1.) Start by laying down on a flat bench with a dumbbell rested in each hand in the starting position of a dumbbell chest press with the dumbbells rested at around shoulder level 2.) Slowly elevate the dumbbells up and above your chest, rotating in during the process, squeezing your triceps and hold for a count when the weights are above chest level. 3.) Hold for a count then return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Calf Raise On A Dumbbell

Steps : 1.) Hang on to a sturdy object for balance, perhaps a bar on a smith machine and stand on a dumbbell handle with a small plate loaded. 2.) Now roll your foot slightly forward so that you can get a nice stretch of the calf. This will be your starting position. 3.) Lift the calf as you roll your foot over the top of the handle so that you get a full extension. 4.) Exhale while doing this. 5.) Now inhale as you roll the dumbbell slightly forward and come back down. 6.) Repeat for the desired amount of reps.

Child Pose Side Stretch

The child's pose with a side stretch is a relaxing yoga stretch that targets the muscles of the back, shoulders, and sides of the body. Begin in a kneeling position on the floor with your knees hip-width apart and your big toes touching behind you. Sit back on your heels and lengthen your spine, keeping your shoulders relaxed away from your ears. Inhale deeply and as you exhale, lower your torso forward towards the floor. Extend your arms straight out in front of you, placing your palms on the floor or mat. Rest your forehead on the ground, or if that's not comfortable, you can place a yoga block or folded towel underneath your forehead for support. Relax your entire body into the pose, allowing your hips to sink towards your heels. From the child's pose position, walk your hands over to the right side, extending your arms as far as comfortable. Keep your left hip pressing towards your left heel to maintain the stretch along the left side of your body. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds, breathing deeply and focusing on lengthening through the left side of your torso. After holding the stretch on the right side, walk your hands back to the center and then over to the left side. Extend your arms as far as comfortable, feeling the stretch along the right side of your body. Keep your right hip pressing towards your right heel. Hold the stretch for 20-30 seconds while breathing deeply and maintaining relaxation. After completing the side stretches on both sides, walk your hands back to the center and come back to the neutral child's pose position. Take a few deep breaths here, relaxing into the pose and allowing your body to release tension. You can repeat the child's pose with side stretches sequence as needed to further stretch and release tension along the sides of your body. If you have tight hips or knees, you can place a folded blanket or cushion between your thighs and calves for support. Adjust the width of your knees as needed to find a comfortable position for your body. Focus on deep, slow breaths throughout the pose, inhaling through your nose and exhaling through your mouth.

Calf Machine Shoulder Shrug

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off with your shoulders underneath the shoulder pads on the machine keeping your body straight and arms at your sides. 2.) Push up with your shoulders so that the machine pads are parallel with your ears and hold for a few seconds. 3.) Return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Dumbbell Seated Alternating Front Raise

Steps : 1.) Start by sitting up straight at the end of a flat bench with your feet shoulder width apart, holding a dumbbell in each hand with an overhand grip at your sides. 2.) Slowly elevate one arm up towards the ceiling, squeezing your shoulder and hold for a count. 3.) Return back to the starting position and repeat with the opposite arm. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Band Upright Row

The exercise band row is a compound bilateral exercise that works various aspects of the back and shoulder. Steps: 1.) Begin by standing tall with your feet hip-width apart, knees soft and core engaged. 2.) Using both hands, pull the band handles in towards your outer chest, pause for a 1-2 count. 3.) Slowly return to where arms are fully extended and repeat for desired repetitions.

Cable Russian Twist (Stability Ball)

Steps : 1.) Start by connecting a cable to a low pulley cable machine and then lie on a stability ball right to the side of the machine with your back on the top of the ball. 2.) Grab the handle with both hands and extend it out in front of your chest, then squeeze your abs and twist in the opposite direction of the machine, until you feel tension in your obliques as you reach the opposite side. 3.) Hold for a count then return back to the start and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Weight Plate Squat

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off by taking two flat benches and positioning them shoulder length apart and standing on top of them with a weighted plate attached to your torso right above the opening between both benches. 2.) Then bend at your knees keeping a straight posture with your back straight and chest out continuing down until your upper legs and knees form a 90-degree angle and the weight plate falling in between both of the benches. Hold for a few seconds. 3.) Use your lower legs as well as your heels to push yourself back up. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Dumbbell Rotational Decline Sit-Up

Steps : 1.) Start by laying with your back flat on a decline bench holding two light dumbbells in your hands rested above your chest and placing your feet underneath the resting pads. 2.) Slowly pull your body up along with the weights and bring your right arm forward and across to your left knee until you feel a stretch in your abs. 3.) Hold this position for a count then return to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

All Fours Quad Stretch

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off in a kneeling pushing position and lift your right leg off of the floor and hold onto it with your right hand. 2.) With your hand hold onto your ankle and stretch out your upper legs holding on for 15 to 30 seconds, then alternate. 3.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Side-Lying Thoracic Rotation

This movement is ideal for improving mid-back mobility. Begin lying on your right side with the bottom leg straight and the top leg bent at 90 degree resting on top of a foam roller. Position your arms outward in a straight line, level with the chest, with the left palm resting on your right palm. Keep the bottom or right arm in that position as you lift the left arm. The goal is to try to touch that arm to the floor on the opposite side of the body before returning back to the starting position.

Bench Plank

Steps : 1.) Begin by turning a bench sideways and placing your feet in the middle of the bench. 2.) Extend your body forward and rest your torso upon your forearms with your fingers interlaced, make sure that your body is completely straightened out in a plank position. 3.) Hold onto this position for as long as possible then release the tension. 4.) Repeat for as many reps, sets and however long you desire.

Kettlebell Turkish Get-Up Squat

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off lying flat on your back on the floor with a kettlebell pressed up above your chest. 2.) Take the knee that is on the same side as the kettlebell and bend it. 3.) Then use your opposite arm to help push yourself up into a squat position with your weight being assisted by the opposite hand. 4.) Slowly stand up with the kettlebell still pressed up overhead then reverse back down to the starting position. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed.

Dumbbell Incline Shoulder Raise

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off by sitting with your back flat on an incline bench holding a dumbbell in each hand. 2.) With the driving force of your legs, kick the weights above your shoulders and keep them overhead above your chest. 3.) Using your shoulders and keeping your arms straight, lift up your dumbbells and push them as high as you can without leaving the bench. 4.) Hold the position for a few seconds then return back to starting position. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Plyo Box Step-Ups

Plyo box step-ups are a great exercise for targeting the lower body muscles, particularly the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings, while also improving balance and coordination. Start by standing facing the plyo box with your feet shoulder-width apart. Keep your chest up, shoulders back, and core engaged throughout the movement. Lift one foot and place it firmly on the top of the plyo box, ensuring that your entire foot is on the box. Push through the heel of the foot on the box and drive your body upward, straightening your leg and lifting your body onto the box. As you step onto the box, drive your opposite knee upward, bringing it to hip height. Fully extend your hip and knee as you stand tall on the box, maintaining balance and stability. Carefully step down from the box with control, returning to the starting position. Perform the same number of repetitions on each leg to ensure balance and symmetry in your training.

Band Good Morning

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off standing on a band, wrapping it around your neck and making sure that it is evenly distributed for stretching in each arm. 2.) Bend at the knees and extend down with your hips then straighten out your legs and come to a vertical position. 3.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Dumbbell Alternating Shoulder Press

Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight with your feet shoulder width apart, holding a dumbbell in both hands at head level in a neutral grip so that your palms are facing in. 2.) Slowly elevate one of the dumbbells up and above your head while squeezing your shoulder. 3.) Hold for a count then return back to the starting position then repeat with the opposite arm. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Cable Seated Curl

Steps : 1.) Start by sitting up straight on a bench in front of a low pulley cable machine with a straight bar attached to the machine, with your arms rested at your sides and feet flat on the floor. 2.) Grab the bar in an underhand grip then slowly raise it up towards your shoulders, isolating the bicep and hold for a count. 3.) Return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.