Exercise Database

Alternating Floor Leg Raise

Steps : 1.) Start by laying with your back flat on the floor, arms at your side and feet extended out straight in front of you. 2.) Slowly lift one of your legs up off of the floor, keeping the other one still and on the floor until your elevated foot is at a 90-degree angle with the ground. 3.) Feel a stretch in your abdominals then return the leg back to the starting position and repeat with the opposite leg. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

EZ Bar Bent-Over Row (Reverse Grip)

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up an EZ bar with as much weight as you can handle and placing it in front of you, keeping your feet shoulder width apart and arms at your sides. 2.) Squat down and grab onto the bar with a reverse grip, then while keeping your back straight, stand up so that you are holding the bar against your waist. 3.) Slightly bend your knees, keep your back straight, then let the barbell slowly lower beneath your knees. 4.) Slowly pull the bar back up just below your chest, squeezing with your back and feeling a stretch, then hold for a count and return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and set as desired.

Seated Hamstring Stretch

Steps : 1.) For this stretch you will need a partner to assist you. 2.) Start off sitting flat on the floor with your legs fully extended out in front of you and your partner standing right behind you. 3.) Slowly lean forward as you as your partner braces your shoulders, then try to push your torso back for 15 to 30 seconds as your partner prevents any movement from your body. 4.) Relax your muscles as then your partner then pushes back on your torso and you lean forward for 15 to 30 seconds. 5.) Repeat for as many reps, sets and duration as you desire.

Hip Adduction

Steps : 1.) Begin standing with one leg straight and in front of the other leg, keeping both feet pointed forward. 2.) Slowly shift your body in a sideways motion towards the bent leg until you a feel a stretch in your groin area. 3.) Move side to side for 15 to 30 seconds repeating as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell One-Arm Incline Chest Press

Steps : 1.) Start by laying down on an incline bench with your feet flat on the floor and holding a dumbbell in one hand with arm extended straight over your chest. 2.) Then slowly lower your arm until it is at about shoulder, keeping a 90-degree angle in your arm until you feel tension in your chest. 3.) Hold this position for a count then return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Jump Squat

Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight, feet shoulder width apart and holding a dumbbell in each hand at your sides with a neutral grip. 2.) Slightly bend with your knees, keeping your back straight and chest pushed out. 3.) Squat down until your thighs are parallel with the floor, then explode upward driving the balls of your feet into the floor and jumping as high as possible then returning back to the squatting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Bent Knee Hip Raise

The bent knee hip raise exercise is a great exercise to target the abdominals and for core development. Steps : 1.) Start off lying on your back with your arms outstretched to your sides. 2.) Bend your knees at a 60-degree angle and hold your feet up just off the floor. 3.) Keeping your back and arms down, raise your hips up and off the floor so that your knees are over your chest. 4.) Contract your abs for a moment and then return to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Boat Pose

Steps : 1.) Start off by sitting on a mat and leaning back with your hands and keeping your pelvis forward. 2.) Shift your abs so that they are closer in towards your spine and then lift your legs in the air with feet together and toes pointed out. 3.) Keeping your legs straight reach your hands forward towards your knees and hold this position for up to 5 seconds. 4.) Return back to the starting position and then repeat steps again.

Trap Bar Overhead Press

Performing a trap bar overhead press is an effective way to build shoulder strength and stability, as well as engage the triceps and upper chest muscles. Begin by standing inside the trap bar with your feet shoulder-width apart. Position the handles of the trap bar so that they're in line with your shoulders. Grip the handles firmly with an overhand grip, palms facing forward. Engage your core muscles to stabilize your torso. Bend your knees slightly and push through your heels to lift the trap bar off the ground. Keep your back straight and chest up as you lift the trap bar to the starting position, just above your shoulders. Your elbows should be bent and pointing forward, with your upper arms parallel to the ground. Once you're in the starting position, exhale and press the trap bar directly overhead by extending your arms. Keep your core tight and maintain a neutral spine throughout the movement. As you press the trap bar overhead, avoid leaning back excessively or arching your lower back. Fully extend your arms at the top of the movement, but avoid locking out your elbows. Keep your head in a neutral position, looking straight ahead or slightly upward. Inhale and slowly lower the trap bar back down to the starting position, controlling the descent. Keep your elbows slightly bent as you lower the trap bar to maintain tension in your muscles. Lower the trap bar until your elbows are at about 90 degrees, or slightly below shoulder level. Aim to perform 8-12 repetitions per set, depending on your strength and fitness level. Start with a weight that allows you to maintain proper form and gradually increase the weight as you become stronger. Inhale as you lower the trap bar. Exhale as you press the trap bar overhead.

Stability Ball Pull-In

The Stability Ball Pull-In, also known as the Swiss Ball Jackknife, is a great exercise for targeting the core, particularly the lower abs, and also engages the shoulders, chest, and hip flexors. Here’s a step-by-step guide on how to perform the movement correctly: Starting Position: Begin in a push-up position with your hands shoulder-width apart on the floor and your shins resting on top of a stability ball. Your body should form a straight line from head to heels. Ensure that your core is engaged, and your body is stable. Execution: Tighten your core muscles to maintain stability and balance. Pull Knees In: Slowly pull your knees towards your chest, rolling the stability ball forward with your feet. Aim to bring your knees as close to your chest as possible without lifting your hips too high. Exhale as you pull your knees in. Top Position: Pause briefly at the top of the movement, ensuring your core is fully engaged and your back remains straight. Your hips should be slightly elevated, and your knees close to your chest. Returning to Start: Slowly extend your legs back to the starting push-up position, rolling the stability ball back with control. Inhale as you return to the starting position.

Dumbbell Alternating Lateral Raise

Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight with your feet shoulder width apart and holding a dumbbell in each hand. 2.) While keeping your body still, slowly raise one of the dumbbells out to the side up to shoulder level, squeezing on the way up and hold for a count. 3.) Then return back to the starting position and repeat with the opposite arm. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Back Stretch

Steps : 1.) Begin by sitting flat on the floor with your legs extended hip-width apart and keep your spine straight so that your head is pointed up towards the ceiling. 2.) Take your hands and extend them out in front of you so that they are slightly below shoulder level with your palms facing up. 3.) Straighten out your spine by inhaling and lifting up through your hips, then through your exhale curl the chin towards your chest. 4.) In this motion with the rest of your body curl out towards your feet holding onto this position for a few seconds. 5.) Exhale back out and return to the starting position.

Barbell Landmine Squat

The barbell landmine squat targets multiple muscle groups, including the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and core, making it an effective lower body and core strengthening exercise. 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. Stand facing the landmine with your feet shoulder-width apart or slightly wider. The barbell should be positioned at your side, with your chosen side to hold the barbell. Hold the barbell with one hand, palm facing inward, at about chest height. Your arm should be bent at the elbow, with your forearm parallel to the floor. This hand will serve to stabilize the barbell during the exercise. Brace your core and keep your chest up as you initiate the squat by bending your hips and knees simultaneously. Lower your body down, keeping your back straight and your weight on your heels. Lower yourself until your thighs are approximately parallel to the ground or as low as your flexibility allows while maintaining good form. Press through your heels and drive your hips forward as you stand back up, straightening your legs and returning to the starting position. Keep your core engaged throughout the movement to maintain stability.

Cable Incline Tricep Extension

The cable incline triceps extension exercise uses cables to isolate and work the tricep muscles. Steps : 1.) Start by placing an incline bench facing away from a cable pulley and attaching a short straight bar to the pulley, adjusting the height so that your arms can extend fully. 2.) Lie face up (back flat) on the bench and grasp the bar with a narrow overhand grip. 3.) Starting with your elbows bent overhead, slowly lower the bar towards your feet. 4.) Pause at the bottom and then return to starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Kettlebell One-Arm Snatch

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off by placing a kettlebell in front of your feet and bending down at your knees pushing your glutes out. 2.) Take the kettlebell and swing it between your legs and then with the momentum of the swing, push your hips and knees up allowing the kettlebell to be overhead pressed. 3.) Hold this position for a few seconds. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed.

Smith Machine Front Squat

Steps : 1.) Set up a smith machine for the front squat exercise by placing the amount of weight that you would like to perform for this exercise. 2.) Position your shoulders underneath the bar so that the weight is rested upon your collar bone. 3.) Cross your arms and place your hands on top of the barbell as this will be your starting position. 4.) Push up with your heels and remove the bar from the rack, then slowly lower your body down towards the floor so that your thighs are parallel with the ground and hold for a count. 5.) Return back to the starting position. 6.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Alternating Tricep Extension

Steps : 1.) Start by laying down on flat bench with your feet on the floor in front of you, holding a dumbbell in each hand in a neutral grip elevated above your head. 2.) Slowly extend one arm upward. Maintain the same elbow position during the movement. 3.) Return back to the starting position and repeat with the opposite arm. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Cable One-Arm Preacher Curl

Steps : 1.) Start off setting up either a handle on a low pulley cable machine and place a preacher bench in front of the machine. 2.) Grab onto the handle with an underhand grip, then sit down on the bench with your forearm rested over the padding and feet flat on the floor in front of you. 3.) Keep your arm extended out in front of you then slowly curl the handle up towards your chest, isolating your bicep and squeeze. 4.) Hold for a count then return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.