Exercise Database

Dynamic Chest Stretch

Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight with your arms at your side and feet shoulder width apart. 2.) Extend your hands out in front of you palms together then quickly move your arms back as far as possible. 3.) Return back to the starting position quickly and repeat for as man reps and sets as desired.

Hack Squat (Narrow Stance)

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off with you back flat on the back pad of the hack squat machine and placing your shoulders underneath the pads. 2.) Then place your legs less than shoulder width apart in a very narrow stance with toes pointed out. 3.) Straighten your legs without locking your knees then begin to lower the machine down as you bend your knees continuing on until your upper legs and knees form a 90-degree angle. 4.) Return back to the starting position by pushing up on your heels and powering upward. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Jumping Jacks

This is a classic bodyweight exercise that can be used in a circuit as well as part of a dynamic warm-up. Begin in a standing position with your feet together and your arms at your sides. Jump up explosively while simultaneously spreading your legs out to the sides. At the same time, raise your arms above your head until your hands meet, or almost meet, above your head. Quickly reverse the movement by jumping back to the starting position. Bring your legs back together and lower your arms back down to your sides. Repeat: Continue this motion, jumping in and out while raising and lowering your arms, for the desired number of repetitions. It's important to maintain a brisk pace to get the most out of this exercise and to engage your cardiovascular system effectively. Additionally, ensure you maintain proper form throughout the exercise to avoid injury.

Single-Leg Glute Bridge

Steps : 1.) Begin by laying on the floor with your feet flat on the ground and knees bent. 2.) Slowly raise one leg off of the ground, pulling the knee towards your chest then extend your hip upward raising your glutes and lower body up off of the ground, still keeping your foot elevated. 3.) Extend your body up as far as possible until you feel a stretch in your glutes and hold for a few seconds. 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Machine Single-Leg Curl

Steps : 1.) Sit down on leg curl machine with one of your legs rested on top of the curling pad and the other off to the side. 2.) While keeping your upper body still and other leg in place, slowly curl the pad down as far as possible, squeezing your quads and hamstrings. 3.) Hold for a count when you feel as stretch and then return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Field Sports

Field sports are any sports that are performed outdoors such as lacrosse. These sports can help increase endurance, agility, flexibility, stamina as well as burn calories, lose weight and tone up the body.

Quadricep Stretch

Steps : 1.) Begin by wrapping either a belt, rope or exercise band around one of your feet and lay on your side, with the top foot being the one that is wrapped and the other extended out behind you. 2.) Slowly flex the top knee and bring your foot back in attempt to touch your glutes with your heel. 3.) As the belt is held over your shoulder, pull on it to increase the tension and stretch on your quad, holding this position for 15 to 30 seconds. 4.) Return to the starting position and repeat for as many reps, sets and duration as you desire.

Weighted Trunk Rotation

Steps : 1.) Stand straight up with your feet shoulder width apart and holding a weight plate in your arms up against your chest. 2.) Rotate your torso to the right without twisting your feet, then rotate your body to the left and contract your abs. 3.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Cable Incline Bicep Curl

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up an incline bench in between two low pulley cable machines with handles attached to each machine. 2.) Sit with your back flat on the incline bench with each hand holding onto the cables and your feet flat on the floor. 3.) Keep your arms outstretched then slowly curl the cables in towards your chest, isolating your biceps, and hold for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and set as desired.

Cable Seated Crunch

Steps : 1.) Sit on a flat bench with your back facing a high pulley with a rope attachment. 2.) Grasp cable rope attachment 3.) While keeping hips still perform a crunch with your abs while holding the rope at the backside of your head. 4.) Sit back up while holding the rope at the backside of your head. 5.) Repeat for the desired amount of reps. Tips : 1.) For a more intense work out go at a slower pace.

Barbell Landmine Kneeling One-Arm Press

The barbell landmine kneeling one-arm press is an excellent exercise for targeting the shoulders, triceps, and core stability. Place one end of the barbell into the landmine attachment or secure it in a corner. Load weight plates onto the other end of the barbell according to your strength and fitness level. Kneel down in front of the landmine with your knees on the ground and your torso upright. With one hand, grip the end of the barbell that's loaded with weights. Hold the barbell at shoulder height, palm facing inward, with your elbow bent and your forearm perpendicular to the ground. This will be your starting position. Brace your core to maintain stability throughout the movement. Press the barbell upward by extending your arm fully overhead. Keep your elbow close to your body as you press. Once your arm is fully extended, pause briefly at the top of the movement to engage your shoulder and tricep muscles. Slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position under control, bending your elbow and bringing the weight down to shoulder height.

Dragon Flag

Steps : 1.) Start by laying on a decline or flat bench and grabbing the end of it behind your head with both hands. 2.) Squeeze and create tension throughout your body so that you are able to feel your muscles and abdominals tighten 3.) Then from the starting position swing your feet upward so that your body is almost vertical or completely vertical. 4.) Keep your abdominals tight and your entire body as straight as possible as you are pointed up in the air. 5.) Hold this position for as long as possible, squeezing your muscles and abs as much as you can. 6.) Once you complete your rep, slowly lower your feet towards the floor in a controlled manner. 7.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Smith Machine Deadlift

The smith machine deadlift exercise is the same as the deadlift exercise but uses a smith machine to allow for better control of the weight and smoother motion. Steps : 1.) Start off standing with your feet shoulder-width apart so that your feet are placed underneath the bar, making sure that you keep your back straight and bending down at your waist. 2.) Grab onto bar with an overhand grip with a shoulder-width grip and slowly elevate your body through your legs so that you straighten out your back and hold the bar at arms length. 3.) Hold the position for a count then return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired. Tips : 1.) Make sure that you lift through your legs and do not lift with your back. 2.) Perform this exercise with a weight that you are able to manage so that you don't pull your back out or injury yourself.

Dumbbell 3 Way Shoulder Raise

This dumbbell exercise works all three heads of the deltoid muscle. Begin in a standing position with feet hip-width apart and a dumbbell in each hand. Perform a side lateral raise for desired repetitions or time. Next, perform a front raise. Lastly, perform a hip hinge and hold the position, then execute the final movement, a rear raise, also known as a reverse fly. Focus on keeping the core engaged throughout the entire exercise. Make sure in the first two phases you do not lean back or use momentum to raise the dumbbells. Perform for a desired number of repetitions. When the total repetitions become easy, increase the weight of the dumbbells by 5 percent.

Tricep Push-Up

The close triceps pushup exercise is a version of the push up that isolates the tricep muscles. Steps : 1.) Start by kneeling down on the floor or a mat, placing your hands with thumbs together and raise your body up on your toes. 2.) Draw your abs in and keep your back and neck in a straight line. 3.) Slowly lower your body towards the floor until you are nearly touching the ground. 4.) In a controlled manner raise your body back up to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Alternating Deltoid Raise

Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight with your feet shoulder width apart, arms at your sides and holding a dumbbell in each hand. 2.) Once in position slowly raise the weights up at your sides till they are at shoulder height avoiding any swinging. 3.) Hold this position for a count then return back to the starting position. 4.) On the next rep raise the weights out directly in front of you until they are at shoulder level again. 5.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Plank with Shoulder Taps

The Plank with Shoulder Taps is a variation of the standard plank exercise that adds an element of instability and upper body engagement by incorporating shoulder taps. Begin by getting into a plank position on the floor. Place your hands directly beneath your shoulders, with your body forming a straight line from your head to your heels. Engage your core muscles to stabilize your body. Your elbows should be straight but not locked, and your feet should be hip-width apart. Once you're in the plank position, lift one hand off the floor and touch the opposite shoulder. Return your hand to the starting position and then repeat the movement with the other hand, touching the opposite shoulder. Keep your hips and torso as stable as possible throughout the movement. Try to minimize any swaying or rotation of the body. Continue alternating shoulder taps for the desired number of repetitions or time duration. Focus on maintaining proper plank form throughout the exercise. Keep your body in a straight line and avoid letting your hips sag or lift up too high. Keep your core muscles engaged throughout the movement to provide stability and support. Try to minimize any rocking or shifting of your body as you tap your shoulders. Keep your movements controlled and deliberate. If you find it challenging to maintain balance, you can spread your feet slightly wider apart to create a more stable base. Remember to breathe steadily throughout the exercise. Inhale deeply through your nose and exhale through your mouth, maintaining a consistent breathing rhythm.

Dumbbell One-Arm Lateral Raise

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off by holding a dumbbell in one hand and standing straight up next to an incline bench. 2.) Have the dumbbell resting on your side next to your pelvis. 3.) Take the dumbbell and raise it with your arm until it is at shoulder height and parallel to the floor. 4.) Return the dumbbell back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed