Exercise Database

Bird Dog

Steps : 1.) Start by kneeling on all fours with your knees underneath your hips and your wrists under your shoulders. 2.) When in position, extend your right arm away from your body keeping in line with your shoulder and head while you extend your left leg away from your body at the same time. 3.) Hold onto this position for a few seconds then return back to the starting position and repeat but with your left arm and right leg. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Alternating Incline Curl

The alternate incline dumbbell curl exercise uses an incline bench to change your body's position as you perform this workout. Steps : 1.) Start off by taking either a pre-set incline bench or an adjustable bench and setting it to a 45 degree angle. 2.) Grab a dumbbell in each hand, sit back on the bench with your feet planted firmly on the floor in front of you and hand your arms down at your sides. 3.) Keeping your elbows straight, raise your right arm up towards your head, isolating the bicep and squeezing the muscle. 4.) Hold the position for a count then lower down to the starting position. 5.) Repeat the same steps with your left arm.

Dumbbell Deep Push-Up

Steps : 1.) Start by getting yourself into a pushup position with your hands holding onto dumbbells on the floor in front of you. 2.) Keep your arms at shoulder width distance and legs extended behind you with toes on the floor. 3.) Slowly lower your body down towards the floor as far as possible, so that you feel a deep stretch in your chest, then hold for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Cable Grip Lat Pulldown (Narrow Grip)

Steps : 1.) Start by sitting down on a cable machine and grabbing a narrow grip bar. 2.) Slowly pull the bar down towards your chest, flexing at your elbows and keeping your back angled at around 45-degrees, and hold this position for a few seconds feeling the tension in your lats and lower back. 3.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Farmers Carry

The Farmers Carry is an exercise that works the entire body. Stand with the weights (in this example, we’re going with dumbbells) at your side. Hinge at your hips to bend over and grab each dumbbell. Lift with your legs to stand up with the weights. Walk with the weights in hand. Maintain a steady, upright position and posture. Do not allow the weight to move laterally or favor one side over the other. Use short, fast strides to increase your performance. Keep your traps relaxed and your eyes forward (not down at your feet).

Dumbbell Arnold Press

Steps : 1.) Begin by standing up straight with feet shoulder width apart and holding a dumbbell in each hand. 2.) Slowly, while using your thighs, raise the dumbbells to shoulder height and rotate your palms so that they are facing in towards your body. 3.) From there raise both dumbbells above your head, squeezing in your shoulder, and hold for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Machine Leg Press (Narrow Stance)

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off sitting down on a leg press machine and place your legs on the platform in front of you in less than a shoulder with apart narrow stance and toes pointed out. 2.) Then lower the safety bars to release the platform and push the platform up until your legs are fully extended forward. 3.) Lower the platform back down towards your chest and stop when your upper legs and knees make a 90-degree angle. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Seated Leg Tuck

Steps : 1.) Start off with your body sitting in the middle of a flat bench with your legs stretch out in front of you. 2.) Keep the upper half of your body leaning back. 3.) Take your knees and curl them up towards you as you bring your chest close to your knees. 4.) Exhale as you perform this motion. 5.) Tighten your abs and squeeze for a few seconds, then return back to the starting position as you inhale. 6.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed.

Trap Bar Deadlift

The trap bar deadlift, also known as the hex bar deadlift, is a variation of the traditional deadlift exercise. It's performed using a hexagonal-shaped barbell, with handles at the sides. The trap bar deadlift is a compound movement that primarily targets the muscles of the lower body, including the hamstrings, glutes, quadriceps, and lower back, while also engaging the core and upper body muscles. Keep your back straight, chest up, and shoulders pulled back to maintain a neutral spine position. Engage your core muscles to stabilize your torso. With a firm grip on the handles and your weight evenly distributed through your feet, exhale as you drive through your heels and extend your hips and knees to lift the barbell off the ground. Keep the bar close to your body throughout the movement to maintain proper alignment. As you lift, focus on driving your hips forward and standing tall, while keeping your chest lifted and back straight. Avoid rounding your lower back or allowing your shoulders to slump forward. Once you've fully extended your hips and knees, pause briefly at the top of the movement, ensuring full hip extension. Squeeze your glutes at the top to maximize contraction in the posterior chain muscles. Inhale as you slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position by bending at the hips and knees. Keep the movement controlled and maintain proper form as you lower the weight back down. Avoid dropping the weight or allowing it to slam down, as this can strain your muscles and joints.

Cable Rear Pulldown (Wide Grip)

Steps : 1.) Start by sitting on a bench that has a pulldown bar or on a lat-pulldown machine. 2.) Place each of your hands on the bar so that it is about a foot from your head and then slowly pull down the bar behind your back. 3.) Slowly pull down until the bar is at the base of your neck and squeeze your shoulder muscles. Be aware that this version of the lat pulldown can place additional stress on the shoulder joint. This is because the arms are externally rotated and abducted during the movement. A better option may be a lat pulldown to the upper chest instead. 4.) Hold this position for a count then return back up to the starting position. Tips : 1.) Make sure that you do not do too much weight or weight that is unmanageable as that can lead to injury or shoulder issues.

Cable Straight Arm Crossover

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up two handles on a two high cable pulley machine and stand in between the machines with your hands extended out gripping the handles above your body. 2.) Slowly bring the handles down and together in front of your body, squeezing your chest and hold for a count. 3.) Return the handles back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Cable Crunch

Steps : 1.) Start by attaching a rope to a high cable pulley system and then turn your back to machine and pull the rope over your head. 2.) Position the rope next to your head and slowly crunch forward bringing your head down towards your thighs until you feel a stretch in your abs then hold for a count. 3.) Return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Seated One-Arm Tricep Extension

The dumbbell one arm tricep extension exercise uses a dumbbell to work each arm individually and build bigger triceps. Steps : 1.) Start by sitting on a bench with your back straight and your abs drawn in. 2.) Grab a dumbbell in your hand and place it behind your neck with your elbow bent. 3.) Slowly extend your arm straight up over your head and slowly return to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Cable Rope Seated Row

Steps : 1.) Start by attaching a rope extension to a low pulley cable machine and sitting down in front of it, with your feet firmly on the rests and grabbing the rope with a neutral grip. 2.) Slowly pull the weight towards you to your sides, squeezing your back, and hold for a count. 3.) Return to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Barbell Wrist Curl (Posterior)

Steps : 1.) Stand with your feet shoulders width apart. 2.) Grasp the barbell in your hands with your palms facing outwards. 3.) Lift the barbell up and down using only your hands while keeping your arms straight.

Barbell Bent-Over Row (Reverse Grip)

The barbell bent-over row with a reverse grip (underhand grip) is a great exercise for targeting the back muscles, particularly the lower lats, as well as the biceps. Here's how to perform it correctly: Setup: Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart. Load the barbell with the desired weight. Stand close to the barbell with your shins almost touching it. Grip the Barbell: Bend at your hips and knees to reach down and grip the barbell with an underhand (supinated) grip, where your palms are facing up. Your hands should be about shoulder-width apart or slightly wider. Starting Position: Lift the barbell by straightening your legs and then your hips to stand up straight, keeping the bar close to your body. Engage your core and maintain a slight bend in your knees. Bend at your hips to lower your torso until it is roughly parallel to the ground or slightly above, maintaining a neutral spine (do not round your back). Your arms should be fully extended, and the barbell should be hanging in front of you. Executing the Row: Inhale and pull the barbell towards your lower abdomen or just below your ribcage. Keep your elbows close to your body and squeeze your shoulder blades together at the top of the movement. Focus on using your back muscles rather than your arms to lift the weight. Lowering the Barbell: Exhale and slowly lower the barbell back to the starting position with your arms fully extended. Keep your torso stable and avoid any jerky movements.

Cable Internal Rotation

The cable internal rotation exercise is an excellent way to target the rotator cuff muscles, specifically the subscapularis. This exercise is crucial for shoulder stability and overall shoulder health. Here's how to perform it correctly: Setup: Adjust the pulley on the cable machine to elbow height. Attach a single handle to the pulley. Select an appropriate weight. Starting Position: Stand with your side to the cable machine, so the arm you're working is nearest to the machine. Grab the handle with the hand of your working arm. Step away from the machine to create tension on the cable. Position your elbow against your side, bent at a 90-degree angle. Your forearm should be perpendicular to your torso, with your hand holding the handle in front of you. Executing the Internal Rotation: Inhale and brace your core. Keeping your elbow fixed against your side, rotate your arm inward, bringing your hand across your body. The movement should come from your shoulder, not your elbow or wrist. Rotate until your forearm is almost across your torso, or until you feel a good contraction in your shoulder. Returning to Starting Position: Exhale and slowly rotate your arm back to the starting position with control, keeping the movement smooth and controlled. Avoid letting the weight pull your arm back too quickly.

Cable One-Arm Tricep Extension

The standing one arm low-pulley triceps extension exercise uses a cable machine to target and isolate the tricep muscles. Steps : 1.) Start by attaching a handle to a low cable pulley machine and standing with your back to the weight stack, and your feet shoulder width apart. 2.) With your left hand, reach behind you and grasp the handle. 3.) Place your right hand on your left elbow for support. 4.) Extend your left arm straight up towards the ceiling and then lower it to the starting position. 5.) Repeat and switch arms.