Exercise Database

Stability Ball Plank with Hip Abduction

Steps : 1.) Begin in a plank position with your forearms resting on an exercise ball and your legs extended out behind you with your toes elevating your body. 2.) Engage the core muscles, then take one of your legs and move it out to the side (hip abduction) and hold for a few seconds. 3.) Return back to the starting position and repeat with the opposite leg. 4.) Repeat this exercise for as many reps and sets desired.

Dumbbell Reverse Spider Curl

Steps : 1.) Start by holding a dumbbell in each hand, holding it with a reverse grip so that your palms are facing inward and position yourself lying face first on an inclined bench. 2.) Then extend your biceps down and out in front of you so that you are able to fully contract your muscles 3.) Contract your biceps and curl the weights up towards your shoulders, squeezing your muscles in the process and isolating the biceps 4.) Hold for a count when you reach the top position then return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Band Sit-Up

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; take the exercise bands and wrap them around the base of the bench. 2.) Lay down with your back flat on the bench, holding onto the bands. 3.) Then curl up your body, holding the bands, so that your chest is as close to your abdominals as possible. 4.) Squeeze and hold your abs tightly for a few seconds the return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed.

Walking Quadricep Stretch

The walking quadriceps stretch is an effective dynamic stretch that targets the quadriceps muscles, located at the front of the thigh. Stand tall with your feet together and your arms hanging naturally by your sides. Tighten your abdominal muscles to stabilize your torso and maintain good posture throughout the exercise. Take a step forward with your right foot, extending it in front of you. As you step forward, bend your left knee and lift your left foot towards your buttocks. Reach back with your left hand and grasp your left ankle or shin, gently pulling your heel towards your buttocks. Keep your knees close together and your thighs aligned to ensure an effective stretch. Maintain your balance as you hold the stretch, keeping your torso upright and your standing leg stable. Engage your core muscles to help stabilize your body. Release the stretch and take another step forward with your left foot. As you step forward, bend your right knee and lift your right foot towards your buttocks. Reach back with your right hand to grasp your right ankle or shin, gently pulling your heel towards your buttocks to stretch the quadriceps of your right leg. Continue walking forward in this manner, alternating between stretching each leg with each step. Aim to take smooth and controlled steps, maintaining a steady rhythm throughout the exercise. Breathe deeply and evenly throughout the exercise, inhaling as you step forward and exhaling as you stretch. Avoid holding your breath, as this can increase tension and reduce flexibility. Perform the walking quadriceps stretch for a set distance or duration, depending on your fitness level and goals. Alternatively, you can perform a certain number of repetitions on each leg before continuing with your workout or cool down.

Kneeling Side Bend

Steps : 1.) Start on your knees with your glutes off of your heels, keeping your spine erect in the process. 2.) Keeping your hips stabilized reach down to your right with your right hand coming to a side bend. 3.) Take the opposite arm and raise it over your head and reach out with your fingertips. 4.) Hold this position for 3 to 5 breaths and repeat on the opposite side.

Kettlebell Hang Clean

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; take a kettlebell in one hand and stand upright with the kettlebell next to your side. 2.) Take the kettlebell and swing it back then raise it to shoulder level. 3.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed.

Medicine Ball Chest Push

Steps : 1.) Start in a kneeling position facing either a wall or a partner, with a medicine ball held between your hands. 2.) Explode forward and pass the ball out in front of you as hard as possible with your hips and then following through by falling forward and catching yourself with your hands. 3.) Return immediately back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Decline Bench Alternating Knee Raise

Steps : 1.) Start by laying with your back flat on a decline bench, head rested upon the highest end and holding onto the pads above your head to stabilize your body. 2.) Keeping your feet and knees together, point your legs straight out in front of you in a plank position, then slowly pull one knee up towards your chest as high as possible until you feel a stretch in your abs. 3.) Then return your knee back to the starting position and repeat with the opposite knee. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Z Pose

Steps : 1.) Begin by kneeling on the floor on a mat, with knees shoulder-width apart. 2.) Take your arms and stretch them forward parallel to the floor. 3.) Lean backwards with your hips so that your glutes are underneath the heels of your feet forming the "Z" shape. 4.) Hold this position for a few seconds and return back to the starting position.

Stability Ball Side Crunch

Steps : 1.) Start by lying on your side on an exercise ball next to a wall so that your feet are up against the wall. 2.) Cross your arms at your chest making sure you are leaning on one side and that your arms aren't touching the ball. 3.) While keeping your balance, curl your torso up to the side and squeeze your abdominals 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many sets and reps as possible, then switch to the opposite side and repeat the same steps.

Seated Box Jumps

Seated box jumps are an advanced plyometric exercise that requires explosive power and strength. They're particularly effective for athletes and individuals looking to improve their vertical jump and lower body explosiveness. Sit up tall with your chest lifted, shoulders back, and core engaged. Keep your arms relaxed by your sides or bent at the elbows for balance, whichever feels more comfortable for you. From the seated position, quickly swing your arms back behind you. Explosively drive through your legs, pushing off the ground to jump upwards. As you jump, swing your arms forward and upward to generate momentum. Aim to land softly on top of the box with both feet, ensuring your entire foot is on the box and your knees are slightly bent to absorb the impact. Focus on landing with control and stability, keeping your balance as you land on the box. Use your arms for balance as needed. Carefully step down from the box one foot at a time or both feet simultaneously, depending on your preference and comfort level. Ensure that you land softly and maintain control as you return to the starting seated position. Start with a manageable number of repetitions and sets based on your fitness level. As you become more proficient, you can increase the number of repetitions and sets.

Stability Ball Single-Leg Hip Rotation

Steps : 1.) Start by rolling onto an exercise ball so that you are in a pushup position with your shins and ankles are rested right on top of the ball. 2.) Take one leg and bring it off of the ball so that your hip, knee and ankle turn inward towards your pelvis. 3.) Keep your shoulders square and turn your hip so that the twisting leg goes underneath the straight leg. 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat with the opposite leg for as many reps and sets as desired.

Alternating Arm Cobra

Steps : 1.) Start off by laying face down on the floor in a prone position with your arms at your sides. 2.) Squeeze your glutes and lift your chest off of the floor with your arms alternately touching the floor from side to side while keeping your arms straight. 3.) Repeat for as many reps and sets desired.

Dumbbell Rear Row (Stability Ball)

Steps : 1.) Start by laying prone with your hips on an exercise ball with each hand gripping a dumbbell and arms at the sides of the ball. 2.) Once in position, pull the weights upwards, keeping your elbows wide, and retract your shoulders to reach their peak until you feel a stretch. 3.) Slowly return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets desired.

Dumbbell Incline Fly (Stability Ball)

Steps : 1.) Start off by laying on an exercise ball in an incline position, with your feet flat on the floor, both hands holding a dumbbells and arms extended over your chest. 2.) Keeping your elbow slightly bent, lower the weights down until they are about chest level and hold. 3.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Lunge Tricep Extension

Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight with your feet shoulder width apart holding dumbbells behind your head. 2.) Lunge forward with one leg by bending at your hips and keeping the other leg straight. 3.) Keep most of the weight and focus positioning the dumbbells on the lunging leg and do an overhead tricep extension, feeling a stretch in your muscles. 4.) Lower the weights slowly back down and then return back to the starting position, repeating in the opposite direction on the other leg. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets desired.

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.

Barbell Seated Front Raise

Steps : 1.) Start by sitting on the end of a flat bench with your feet together on the floor in front of you and a weighted barbell in your hands rested upon your knees. 2.) Slowly elevate the barbell up to shoulder level, squeezing on the way up and hold for a count. 3.) Return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and set as desired.