Exercise Database

Bicep Stretch

Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight, extending your arms behind you and grabbing your hands together behind your back. 2.) Slowly raise your arms, turn your hands so that your palms are facing outward, and feel a stretch in your bicep. 3.) Hold for 15 to 30 seconds then return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and duration as desired.

Dumbbell Bent-Over Tricep Extension

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off with a dumbbell in each hand, bend your knees and bring your upper body down and forward. 2.) Keep the arms at your waist with dumbbells parallel from the floor. 3.) Then take the arm and lift the weight up and behind your back squeezing your triceps tightly. 4.) Hold the position for a few seconds then return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed.

Kettlebell Suitcase Carry

This exercise can be performed using a kettlebell or depending on what equipment you have either a dumbbell or weight plate. Stand next to the kettlebell with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hinge at your hips and bend your knees slightly to reach down and grab the kettlebell handle with one hand. Keep your back straight, chest up, and core engaged. With a firm grip on the handle, lift the kettlebell off the ground. Brace your core to stabilize your spine as you lift. Once the kettlebell is off the ground, stand up tall with your shoulders back and down. Keep the kettlebell close to your body, avoiding any leaning to the side. Keep your shoulders square and level throughout the exercise. Avoid leaning away from the kettlebell side or allowing your torso to tilt. Begin to walk slowly and steadily while holding the kettlebell in one hand. Take short, controlled steps, ensuring that your core remains engaged and your posture stays upright. Walk for a predetermined distance or time, depending on your fitness level and goals. After completing the designated distance or time, carefully lower the kettlebell back to the ground. Take a moment to rest and reset your posture. Repeat the exercise on the opposite side by picking up the kettlebell with your other hand and performing the carry in the same manner.

Band Cross-Over

The exercise band cross-over, often referred to as the resistance band crossover, is a great exercise for targeting the chest muscles. Here's a step-by-step guide on how to perform it: Setup: Attach the resistance bands to a sturdy anchor point at chest height. Ensure the bands are securely fastened to prevent any accidents. Starting Position: Stand facing away from the anchor point with a handle in each hand. Step forward to create tension in the bands. Your arms should be outstretched to the sides with a slight bend in your elbows. This is your starting position. Body Position: Position your feet shoulder-width apart. You can place one foot slightly forward for better balance. Engage your core muscles to keep your body stable and maintain a straight posture. The Movement: Exhale as you bring the handles together in front of you in a hugging motion, keeping a slight bend in your elbows. Your hands should meet in front of your chest, with palms facing each other or slightly downward. Hold the position for a brief moment, squeezing your chest muscles. Return to Start: Inhale as you slowly return your arms to the starting position, maintaining control and tension in the bands throughout the movement.

Cable Decline Chest Fly

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up handles on two low pulley cable machines and placing a decline bench in between both machines. 2.) Grab onto both handles with an overhand grip and lay down on the decline bench, keeping your back flat on the bench and feet underneath the foot rests. 3.) Raise the handles above your head as this will be your starting position. 4.) Slowly lower and extend your arms out to your sides, feeling a stretch in your chest and hold for a count. 5.) Return back to the starting position and squeeze your chest. 6.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Bent-Over Row (Palms in)

Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight with your feet shoulder width apart, arms at your sides with a dumbbell in each hand. 2.) Slowly bend your body towards the floor so that you are almost parallel to the ground and knees slightly bent. 3.) Bring the dumbbells out towards your sides but at level with your lower chest, extending your elbows back behind you and squeezing with your back. 4.) Hold this position for a count then return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

90/90 Hamstring Stretch

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off lying flat on your back with one leg extended out and with your other leg bend it and grab the knee with your hands. 2.) Take the leg that is being bent and extend it straight into the air and hold onto the position for up to 15 seconds and then alternate legs. 3.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Cable Shoulder Press

Steps : 1.) Start by standing in between a low pulley cable machines with two cables attached to the machine. 2.) Bend down, grab the cables and then bring them to your shoulders as this will be your starting position. 3.) Keeping your back straight, head up and chest up, extend through your elbows and push the handles up towards the ceiling over your head and feel the stretch in your shoulders. 4.) Hold for a count at the top then return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Donkey Calf Raise

This is and old school gym exercise which requires the assistance of another person. This is an advanced exercise and not recommended for beginners. The donkey calf raise exercise is an old school gym exercise that requires (at times) the assistance of another person and is an advanced exercise that targets the calf muscle. Steps : 1.) Start by bending at your waist and lean your arms against a weight rack or bench that is waist height. 2.) Have a partner sit on top of your lower back or place a weight plate on your back for resistance. 3.) Raise up on your toes leaning slightly forward until you feel a stretch in your calve muscles. 4.) Pause at the top and then lower your heels to the floor. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Cable Oblique Crunch

Steps : 1.) Start by standing with your side next to a high pulley cable machine with a grip attachment connected to the machine. 2.) Grasp the handle with one of your hands, with your feet shoulder width apart and the other arm rested at your side. 3.) Slowly pull down and rotate the body with the arm grasping the cable with your obliques until you feel a stretch in your core. 4.) Return back to the starting position and switch to the opposite side. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Cable Incline Pulldown (Supine)

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off by lying back flat on an incline bench facing away from the pulley machine. 2.) Take the bar from the pulley machine and extend it in front of you and down until its right above your thighs. 3.) Then return back to the starting position slowly, squeezing your back tightly as you reach the start. 4.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed.

Dumbbell Supinated One-Arm Wrist Curl

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; take one dumbbell and sit down on the edge of a flat bench and keep your feet on the floor. 2.) Take the dumbbell and bring it up so that your forearm and arm are rested on your knee; and the palm of your hand is facing up. 3.) Curl the dumbbells up, through your wrists until you feel a stretch in the muscle. 4.) Hold this position for a count and then lower the dumbbell back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired. Notes : 1.) Keep your forearms and legs still during the exercise. 2.) You want to make sure that you are isolating and targeting the forearm muscle

EZ Bar Tricep Extension (Close Grip)

The EZ bar lying close-grip triceps extension behind the head exercise helps further concentrate on targeting the tricep muscles and building bigger arms. Steps : 1.) Start by lying flat on a bench with your head at one end and feet planted on the floor on the other end. 2.) Grab an ez-bar or barbell with a grip about 8 inches apart and lower the bar behind your head. 3.) Keeping the bar parallel with the floor, bend your arms down in an arc so the bar moves in a direction under your head. 4.) Slowly return to starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Lateral Raise (Prone)

The Dumbbell Lateral Raise (Prone) is an effective exercise for targeting the deltoid muscles, particularly the rear delts. Here’s a step-by-step guide to performing this exercise correctly: Setup: Set an incline bench to about 30-45 degrees. If you don’t have an incline bench, you can perform this exercise while lying face down on a flat bench or on the floor. Grab a pair of dumbbells with a neutral grip (palms facing each other). Starting Position: Lie face down on the bench with your chest supported and feet planted firmly on the floor for stability. Allow your arms to hang down straight from your shoulders, holding the dumbbells with a slight bend in your elbows. Execution: Engage your core and keep your neck in a neutral position (in line with your spine). Lift the dumbbells out to the sides in a wide arc, leading with your elbows and squeezing your shoulder blades together. Raise the dumbbells until your arms are roughly parallel to the floor. Your elbows should remain slightly bent throughout the movement. Pause briefly at the top of the movement, focusing on squeezing your rear delts. Lowering the Weights: Slowly lower the dumbbells back to the starting position in a controlled manner, maintaining the slight bend in your elbows. Avoid swinging the weights or using momentum to lift them.

Band Reverse Fly

A Band Reverse Fly is an excellent exercise for targeting the posterior deltoids, rhomboids, and upper back muscles. It's particularly useful because it can be done almost anywhere with minimal equipment. Here's how to perform the exercise correctly: Set Up: Secure the resistance band to a stable anchor point at about chest height. This could be a door, a sturdy pole, or any fixed object. If you don’t have an anchor point, you can hold the band with your hands. Position Yourself: Stand facing the anchor point with your feet shoulder-width apart. Hold one end of the band in each hand. If the band isn't anchored, hold the middle of the band in each hand with some tension. Starting Position: Step back to create tension in the band when your arms are extended in front of you at shoulder height. Keep a slight bend in your knees and hinge slightly forward at the hips. Engage your core to maintain a stable position. Your arms should be extended straight in front of you, with your palms facing each other or slightly downward. Execution: With a slight bend in your elbows, pull the band apart by moving your arms out to the sides. Focus on squeezing your shoulder blades together. Keep your movements controlled and focus on using your upper back and shoulder muscles to move the band. Ending the Movement: Continue pulling until your arms are out to the sides and in line with your shoulders, forming a "T" shape with your body. Hold for a brief moment to maximize the contraction. Return to Starting Position: Slowly return your arms to the starting position in a controlled manner, maintaining tension in the band throughout the movement.

Barbell Bench Squat

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off with a weighted barbell rested upon your shoulders behind your neck. 2.) Bend at your knees and start to sit back with your hips as you go down for a standard squat, keeping your back and chest straight out. 3.) Continue on with the squat until your hamstrings and glutes are rested upon the box and hold on for a few seconds. 4.) Then using the force of your heels and lower legs, straighten out and extend your hips to get back to your starting position. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Dumbbell External Rotation

Steps : 1.) Start by laying on your side on a flat bench with one arm holding a dumbbell against your chest and the other arm extended in front of you holding to the bottom of the bench. 2.) Bend your elbow that is holding the dumbbell so that it is in a 90 degree angle then while keeping this position. 3.) Slowly rotate your forearm externally so that the dumbbell is lifted up from the chest position and is perpendicular to the floor. 4.) Hold onto this position for a count then return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Cable Drag Curl

Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight 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, keeping the bar as close as possible to your body, 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.