Exercise Database

Barbell Split Jerk

Steps : 1.) Start off by holding a weighted barbell on the front of your shoulders, slowly dipping down so that your feet are under your hips, and knees are flexed supporting the weight. 2.) Then, quickly and powerfully, drive through your heels to push the barbell up while your feet leave the floor and ready in the receiving position as quickly as possible. 3.) Quickly move the feet into a split stance as the barbell is forced above your head, one foot forward and the other behind you, and knees bent as you lock the weight above you. 4.) Continue into a standing position, bringing your feet together and hold for a count. 5.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Barbell Power Jerk

Steps : 1.) Start off with a weighted barbell racked on your front shoulders, in a front squat position, with your knees slightly bent and dipping your body a bit so that your feet are directly under your hips. 2.) Push up through your heels, creating as much force as possible, and as your feet leave the floor place them in a receiving position as quickly as possible. 3.) Elevate the bar up and over your head, keeping a wide stance and your legs still slightly bent to absorb the shifting of the weight. 4.) Lock your arms overhead with the barbell in place and stand in an upright position. 5.) Hold this position for a count then return back to the start, slowly lowering the weight down in a controlled motion. 6.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Stability Ball Roll Down

Steps : 1.) Start by sitting on the floor with your knees bent and feet planted firmly on the floor, 2.) Hold an exercise ball in between your hands and arms raised over your head. 3.) Once in position slowly roll down onto your back with control, keeping your feet planted on the ground and knees still bent, and the ball resting on the floor above your head. 4.) Slowly, while squeezing your abs, bring the ball back up towards the ceiling and roll back up to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Alternating Lateral Raise (Stability Ball)

Steps : 1.) Start off by sitting straight up on a stability ball with both feet together and each hand holding a dumbbell. 2.) Elevate one of the dumbbells to shoulder height, keeping the dumbbell straight during the entire motion then slowly return back to the starting position. 3.) Then alternate with the opposite arm with the dumbbell to shoulder level. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Stability Ball Standing Hamstring Stretch

Steps : 1.) Start by standing in front of an exercise ball with one leg in front of the other, keeping both legs straight. 2.) Lean towards the exercise ball while contracting your abs so that you are placing one hand on either side of the ball. 3.) As soon as you feel a stretch hold the position for 15 to 30 seconds. 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat stretch with opposite legs.

Dumbbell Alternating Hammer Curl (Stability Ball)

Steps : 1.) Start off by sitting on a stability ball with dumbbell in each hand rested at your sides. 3.) With one of your arms raise the weight up towards your shoulder, keeping the elbow close to your body and squeezing the bicep. 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat with the other arm. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets desired.

Decline Bench Cable Knee Raise

Steps : 1.) Start by placing a decline bench in front of a low pulley cable machine, positioning the lowest end closest to the cable. 2.) Connect an ankle strap to the low pulley cable and wrap it around your ankles. 3.) Lay down with your back flat on the bench with your head up towards the highest end and grab onto the pads with your hands for support. 4.) Slowly pull up with your knees so that they go as high as possible and you feel a stretch in your abs, hold for a count then return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Stability Ball Reverse Crunch

Steps : 1.) For this exercise you will need a partner or a structure to hold your balance and you in place. 2.) It is important to make sure that you have core abdominal strength before performing this exercise. 3.) Start off by lying with your back in the middle of an exercise ball, grabbing your partner's hand, finding your balance and straightening out your legs. 4.) After finding your balance, curl your legs up towards your chest and squeeze tight with your abdominals. 5.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets as possible. Tips : 1.) It is important to take this workout/exercise slowly, as it is difficult to maintain and get your balance

Stability Ball Dumbbell Kickback

Steps : 1.) Start by laying with your chest on a stability ball, knees on the ground and feet extended behind you, holding a dumbbell in each hand. 2.) Raise your elbows up as high as possible and tuck your arms in against your body as this will be your starting position. 3.) Extend your arms back as far as possible, squeezing your triceps and hold for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell One-Arm Fly (Stability Ball)

Steps : 1.) Start by sitting on an exercise ball with a dumbbell in one hand. 2.) Slowly roll down making sure that your head and shoulders are on the ball and your feet are planted firmly on the floor in front of you. 3.) Position the dumbbell straight up over your chest and then lower your arm down letting it bend slightly until the weight reaches shoulder level. 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat with the opposite arm for as many reps and sets as desired.

Stability Ball Half Moon Stretch

Steps : 1.) Take an exercise ball and sit on it with your feet planted flat on the floor keeping your hands on your knees. 2.) Sit straight up and flex with your abdominals. 3.) Raise both of your arms over your head and hold them together stretching out your core. 4.) While maintaining your upright position, slowly bend your upper body to one side in a half moon and hold. 5.) Feel a stretch in your upper body and abdominals and hold. 6.) Repeat on the opposite side for as many times as you would like.

Upward Facing Bow Pose

Steps : 1.) Start off by laying on your back with your knees bent up, placing your palms facing out near your shoulders. 2.) Putting the weight of your body on your heels, peel your back off of the floor and lift up through the hips. 3.) As your hips are raised up off of the ground, put the pressure on the palms of your hands and straighten the arms to lift into the full position. 4.) Once at this position press your inner thighs closer together and push your groin up towards the ceiling. 5.) Hold this position for a few seconds and return back to the starting position.

Seated Overhead Stretch

Steps : 1.) Begin by sitting up straight on a mat in a butterfly position, touching the soles of your feet together; or you can sit on an exercise ball with both feet flat on the floor in front of you. 2.) Position your arms at your sides as this will be your starting position. 3.) Slowly reach up with your hands, interlocking your fingers above your head until you feel a stretch in your abdominal muscles. 4.) Hold this position for 15 to 30 seconds and then return back to the start. 5.) Repeat for as many reps as desired.

Kneeling Warrior Lunge

The kneeling warrior lunge is a variation of the traditional warrior lunge that is performed from a kneeling position. It targets the muscles of the lower body, including the quadriceps, hamstrings, and hip flexors, while also improving balance and flexibility. Begin by kneeling on a mat or soft surface with your knees hip-width apart. Take a big step forward with your right foot, placing it flat on the ground in front of you. Ensure that your right knee is directly above your right ankle, forming a 90-degree angle with your shin. Your left knee should remain on the ground behind you, with the top of your left foot pressing into the floor. Engage your glutes and gently press your hips forward to deepen the stretch in the front of your left hip. Keep your pelvis level and avoid overarching your lower back. Keep your torso upright, with your shoulders stacked over your hips. Avoid leaning too far forward or backward, maintaining a neutral spine position. You can place your hands on your right thigh for support, or if you prefer, raise your arms overhead, reaching towards the ceiling. Keep your shoulders relaxed away from your ears and your chest open. Hold the kneeling warrior lunge position for 20-30 seconds, breathing deeply and evenly. Focus on relaxing into the stretch and feeling the sensation in the front of your left hip and the back of your right thigh. After holding the stretch on one side, carefully return your hands to the ground and step your right foot back to the starting kneeling position. Repeat the same steps with your left foot stepping forward into a lunge position. Perform 2-3 repetitions on each side, gradually increasing the duration of the hold as you become more comfortable with the stretch.

Barbell Frankenstein Squat

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off by placing a barbell on the front of your shoulders. 2.) Keeping the barbell still and in place, extend your arms out in front of you so that they are parallel with the floor and at shoulder level. 3.) Bend at the knees and lower your hips down towards the ground, keeping your chest and back straight along with the barbell secure on your shoulders. 4.) Continue in a basic squat motion until your upper legs come in contact with your calves. 5.) Return back to the starting position slowly with barbell in place. 6.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed.

Seated Trunk Rotation

Steps : 1.) Start by sitting in a chair so that your back is straight, feet are planted on the floor, and your hands behind your head with fingers interlaced. 2.) Slowly twist your upper body, through your hips, to one side as far as you can so that the opposite side elbow touches the knee of the leg you are stretching down towards until you feel a stretch in your back. 3.) Hold this position for 15 to 30 seconds then return back to the start. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and as long as you desire.

Upper Body Chair Stretch

Steps : 1.) Start by sitting on a chair with your feet planted on the floor and your arms rested upon your thighs. 2.) Reach back with your hands, keeping your arms straight, and grip the back of the chair. 3.) Slowly lower your upper body forward, still keeping your arms straight, until your head is between your knees and you can feel a stretch within your shoulders. 4.) Hold onto this stretch for 15 to 30 seconds and then return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and however long as desired.

Stability Ball Single-Leg Bridge

Steps : 1.) Start off by sitting on an exercise ball and slowly walk your feet out in front of you so that your back is laying on the top of the ball. 2.) Make sure to keep your head and shoulders on the ball, forming a bridge position, keeping one foot on the ground bent at a 90-degree angle and the other extended in the air. 3.) Slowly lift your hips towards the ceiling, with your arms extended out to the sides of you, and hold this position for 15 to 20 seconds. 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat. 5.) Switch legs and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.