Exercise Database

Cable Single-Leg Knee Raise

Steps : 1.) Start by placing a flat bench right in front of a low pulley cable machine and attaching ankle straps to the pulley. 2.) Lay with your back flat on the bench, feet pointed towards the machine and your hands grasping the bench behind your head. 3.) Slowly pull one knee up as high as you can towards your chest until you feel a stretch in your abs, keeping the other leg straight out in front of you, then return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Barbell Rack Delivery

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off holding a weighted barbell palms down parallel with your torso. 2.) Then with a thrust of motion rotate the elbows around the bar pushing it up towards your shoulders with assistance from your forearms. 3.) Keep the bar as close to the body as possible as you perform this movement and make sure that you use your shoulders as a resting spot for the barbell. 4.) Return the barbell down slowly to its resting position at the torso. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed.

Three Bench Dip

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up 3 benches, one horizontally in front of you and two vertically positioned at your sides for this exercise. 2.) Place your hands at the end of the two vertical benches while your feet are extended out and heels are resting in the middle of the horizontal bench. 3.) Push up with your arms so that your body is elevated and arms straight, then slowly lower your body down until your elbows are at shoulder level and hold for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position.

Weighted Three Bench Dip

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up 3 benches, one horizontally in front of you and two vertically positioned at your sides for this exercise. 2.) Place your hands at the end of the two vertical benches while your feet are extended out and heels are resting in the middle of the horizontal bench, then place a weight plate on your hips and this will be your starting position. 3.) Push up with your arms so that your body is elevated and arms straight, then slowly lower your body down until your elbows are at shoulder level and hold for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position.

Dumbbell Stiff-Leg Deadlift on Bench

Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight, feet shoulder width apart near the edges of two flat benches and holding a dumbbell in each hand. 2.) While keeping your back straight as possible and legs stiff, slowly lower your upper body down towards the floor along with the dumbbells, keeping them at the sides of your legs, feeling a stretch in your hamstrings on the way down. 3.) Hold for a count when you reach the lowest point possible, squeezing with your hamstrings and glutes then return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Bench Jackknife Sit-Up

Steps : 1.) Begin by laying down with your back flat on a bench and your legs hanging off one end and the your arms extended out behind you on the other. 2.) Slowly, while keeping your hands and feet together, raise both your legs and arms up to the center of your body and try to touch each other. 3.) Squeeze your abdominals in this process then slowly and under control lower your body back to the starting position 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Lateral High Knee Skip

The lateral high knee skip is a variation of the high knee skip exercise that incorporates lateral movement to engage different muscle groups and improve overall agility and coordination. Begin by standing with your feet together and your arms relaxed by your sides. Start by hopping laterally (sideways) to one side, pushing off with both feet simultaneously. As you jump to the side, lift your knees up towards your chest, driving them as high as possible. Upon landing on the opposite side, immediately transition into another lateral hop while lifting your knees towards your chest. Continue alternating between hopping to the left and right sides, maintaining a steady rhythm and focusing on driving your knees up with each skip. Utilize your arms to help propel you sideways, swinging them in a natural motion to assist with balance and momentum. Keep your arms bent at the elbows and close to your body, allowing them to move freely in coordination with your legs. Keep your core engaged throughout the exercise to stabilize your body and maintain balance. Land softly on the balls of your feet with each hop to absorb shock and reduce impact on your joints. Keep your chest up and your gaze forward to help maintain proper posture and alignment. Breathe naturally throughout the exercise, inhaling and exhaling in a rhythm that feels comfortable for you. Avoid holding your breath, as this can lead to decreased performance and increased fatigue. Perform lateral high knee skips for a set amount of time (e.g., 30 seconds to 1 minute) or a certain number of repetitions (e.g., 20 reps per side).

Medicine Ball Overhead Throw

Steps : 1.) You can either use a partner or stand in front of a wall for this exercise. 2.) Start by standing a few feet away from your partner with your back to them. 3.) Bend down towards the floor with your back almost parallel to the ground and your knees slightly bent holding an exercise ball in your hands in between your legs. 4.) Then in a reverse motion, forcefully extend your arms over your head and toss the ball behind your head towards your parter, following through with the throw so that you can feel it within your core and shoulders. 5.) Your partner will then catch the ball and roll it back to you. 6.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Knee Tuck Jump

Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight with your feet shoulder width apart and your hands at your sides. 2.) Slightly bend your knees and extend your hands out in front of you, hold them interlocked at your chest. 3.) Then quickly dip down and forcefully push upward in a jump and pull your knees up towards your chest in attempts to touch the palms of your hands. 4.) Land back down on the ground by extending your legs down, absorbing the impact and having your knees bend slightly. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Single-Leg Box Jump

Single-leg box jumps are an advanced variation of the traditional box jump that specifically targets balance, stability, and explosiveness in one leg at a time. Start by standing facing the box with one foot firmly planted on the ground and the other foot hovering slightly above the floor. Keep your chest up, shoulders back, and core engaged to maintain stability throughout the movement. Your arms can be positioned for balance, either extended in front of you or bent at the elbows. Bend your knee slightly on the leg that's in contact with the ground, loading it like a spring. Explosively extend your hip, knee, and ankle as you jump upward off the ground. Drive your arms upward to help generate momentum. Simultaneously, lift the hovering foot to help propel yourself upward. Aim to land softly on the box with both legs that you jumped off. Ensure your entire foot is on the box, and your knee is bent to absorb the impact. You can progress to landing on the same leg that you jumped off once you have mastered this first technique. Focus on maintaining balance and stability upon landing. Engage your core and stabilizing muscles to control the movement. Carefully step down from the box with the same leg that you jumped off. Use control and balance to lower yourself back to the starting 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. Perform the same number of repetitions on each leg to ensure balance and symmetry in your training.

Smith Machine Reverse Bench Press (Close Grip)

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up a smith machine for the close grip bench press exercise by placing a flat bench underneath the bar and laying down with your back flat on the bench, feet in front of you. 2.) Grab the bar with a reverse grip, palms facing inward, then lift the bar off of the rack and slowly lower it down towards your chest. 3.) Keep your elbows tucked in at your sides, until the bar is almost touching your chest and hold for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

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.

Barbell Jerk

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off bringing yourself up as you would as in a normal jerk by standing up straight with the weighted barbell resting upon your shoulders and palms. 2.) Dip your knees a bit and use your momentum to overhead press the barbell above your head. 3.) Return back to the starting position 4.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Cable One-Arm Fly (Stability Ball)

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up a handle on a low pulley cable machine and placing an exercise ball next to the machine. 2.) Grab onto the handle with a neutral, hammer grip, and sit down on the ball. 3.) Slowly walk your feet out in front of you so that your legs are extended out in front of you with knees bent and your back is flat on the middle of the ball. 4.) Raise the handle above your chest as this will be your starting position. 5.) Slowly lower the handle down to your side, feeling a stretch in your chest and hold for a count. 6.) Return back up to the starting position and squeeze. 7.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Locust Pose

Steps : 1.) Start off by lying face down with your forehead on the floor, your arms at your sides and feet straight together. 2.) Lift your legs up in the air while keeping your ankles together and knees off of the floor. 3.) Make sure that your hips are still positioned on the ground then lift your arms, head and chest up. 4.) Take your hands and reach back towards your toes with your fingertips. 5.) Hold this position for a few seconds, return back to the starting position and repeat the pose.

Stability Ball Medicine Ball Sit-Up

Steps : 1.) Start off by lying with the small of your back on a stability ball with your feet planted firmly on the floor 2.) Holding a medicine ball straight out pointed towards the ceiling. 3.) Still holding the exercise ball in front of you, contract your abdominals up and bring your torso towards the ceiling, elevating the medicine ball up at the same time. 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many sets and reps as you would like.

Kettlebell Floor Press

Steps : 1.) Start by laying on the floor on your side with a kettlebell in one hand resting upon your chest, one leg stretched out in front of you over your other leg extended behind you. 2.) Slowly press the kettlebell into a locked out position over your chest then slowly lower the weight until your elbow touches the ground still keeping the kettlebell elevated. 3.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Stability Ball Calf Raise

Steps : 1.) Start setting up an exercise ball on the wall, resting your chest up against the ball with dumbbells at your sides and feet close together. 2.) This will be your starting position. 3.) Slowly walk your feet backward so that your legs are extended behind you and chest is still positioned up against the ball. 4.) Raise your heels up off of the floor as far as possible, rolling the ball up the wall slightly, squeezing your calves and hold for a count. 5.) Return back to the starting position. 6.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.