Exercise Database

Dumbbell Alternating Cobra (Stability Ball)

Steps : 1.) Start off by lying in a prone position with a stability ball underneath your sternum, keeping your legs straight behind you and your arms at your sides. 2.) Squeeze with your glutes, keep your feet straight and lift your torso off of the ball in an elevated position. 3.) Extend your right arm backwards while keeping the left arm in place, return the right arm to the starting position while the left arm extends backwards. 4.) Alternate arms for as many reps and sets as desired.

Stability Ball Single-Leg Hamstring Stretch

Steps : 1.) Start off by sitting on an exercise ball with one leg stretched out in front of you while the other is bent inwards towards the ball while keeping your spine straight and upright. 2.) When in place, slowly tilt your hips forward towards your straightened leg while your hands are rested upon your bent leg. 3.) Hold as soon as you feel as stretch in your legs hold onto this position for 15 to 30 seconds and release. 4.) Repeat with the opposite leg.

Cable One-Arm Incline Press (Stability Ball)

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up a handle on a low pulley cable machine and placing a stability ball next to the machine. 2.) Grab onto the handle with a neutral, hammer grip, twisting it so that it is turned horizontally and sit down on the ball. 3.) Walk your feet out in front of you so that your legs are extended out in front of you with knees bent and your upper 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.

Dumbbell Bicep Curl on Stability Ball

The bicep curl on a stability ball with leg raised exercise is an advanced exercise that incorporates balance along with a bicep curl. Steps : 1.) Start by holding a dumbbell in each hand with a palms up grip. 2.) Place the top of one foot behind you on an exercise ball as if you were stretching your leg. 3.) While keeping your back straight and your abs drawn in, bring your arms down in front of your legs. 4.) Raise your arms up, curling and contracting your biceps, squeezing the muscle as much as possible. 5.) Lower your arms and return to starting position and switch legs. 6.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Carioca

The carioca warm-up drill, also known as the grapevine drill, is a dynamic exercise that helps to improve agility, coordination, and lateral movement. Begin by standing with your feet hip-width apart and your arms relaxed at your sides. Engage your core muscles to stabilize your torso. Start with a basic carioca step. Take a sideways step to your right with your right foot, crossing it behind your left foot. Then, step to the right again with your left foot, uncrossing it from behind your right foot. Your feet should now be back in the starting position, but with your left foot slightly to the right of your right foot. Continue moving sideways to the right by crossing your right foot over your left foot, followed by your left foot stepping to the right. Repeat this crossing-over motion as you move across the space. Coordinate your arm movement with your leg movement to enhance balance and coordination. As you step to the right with your right foot, swing your left arm across your body in front of you. Similarly, when stepping to the right with your left foot, swing your right arm across your body. Keep your body low to the ground throughout the drill by bending your knees slightly. This helps to engage your leg muscles and maintain stability. Once you're comfortable with the basic carioca step, gradually increase the speed of your movements. Focus on maintaining control and proper form as you pick up the pace. After completing several repetitions moving to the right, switch directions and perform the carioca drill to the left. Begin by stepping to the left with your left foot, crossing it behind your right foot, then continue with the crossing-over motion.

Medicine Ball Box Jump

Performing a medicine ball box jump involves incorporating a medicine ball into the standard box jump exercise. Place a plyometric box or sturdy platform in front of you. Choose a box height that is appropriate for your fitness level. Stand facing the box with your feet shoulder-width apart or slightly wider. Hold a medicine ball with both hands in front of your chest at about chest height. Choose a medicine ball weight that allows you to maintain control and proper form. Engage your core muscles to stabilize your torso. Bend your knees slightly and hinge at your hips, lowering your body into a quarter squat position. Ensure that you're in a balanced and stable position before beginning the movement. Explosively extend your hips, knees, and ankles to propel yourself upward. Swing your arms upward to generate momentum for the jump. Simultaneously jump onto the plyometric box with both feet while holding the medicine ball. Aim to fully extend your hips and knees at the top of the jump. Land softly and securely on top of the box, ensuring that your weight is evenly distributed. Hold the Medicine Ball: Maintain your grip on the medicine ball throughout the entire jump, keeping it securely held in front of your chest. Use your core muscles to stabilize your torso and the medicine ball as you land on the box. Step or jump down from the box with control, then return to the starting position to prepare for the next repetition. Repeat the medicine ball box jump for the desired number of repetitions or as prescribed in your training program.

Kneeling Jump to Box Jump

Performing a kneeling jump to a box jump is an advanced plyometric exercise that requires explosive power and coordination. Place a plyometric box or sturdy platform in front of you. Start with a lower box height if you're new to this exercise. Kneel on the ground facing the box, with your knees hip-width apart and your feet flexed, toes tucked under. Engage your core muscles to stabilize your torso. Position your body close enough to the box so that you can explosively jump onto it. From the kneeling position, explosively push through your feet and jump as high as possible. Swing your arms upward to generate additional momentum. Aim to fully extend your hips, knees, and ankles to maximize the height of your jump. Propel your body upward with force, focusing on achieving maximum height and power. As you reach the peak of your jump, aim to land softly and securely on top of the box. Bend your knees to absorb the impact of landing, aiming for a controlled and stable touchdown. Land with both feet simultaneously, ensuring that your weight is evenly distributed. Keep your torso upright and your chest lifted throughout the movement. Engage your core muscles to maintain stability and balance. Avoid excessive leaning forward or backward during the jump and landing phases. After landing on the box, ensure that you're balanced and stable before stepping down. Step or jump down from the box with control, then return to the kneeling position to prepare for the next repetition. Repeat the kneeling jump to box jump sequence for the desired number of repetitions or as prescribed in your training program.

Stability Ball Reverse Crunch

Steps : 1.) For this exercise you will need a partner or a structure to hold your balance and you in place. 2.) It is important to make sure that you have core abdominal strength before performing this exercise. 3.) Start off by lying with your back in the middle of an exercise ball, grabbing your partner's hand, finding your balance and straightening out your legs. 4.) After finding your balance, curl your legs up towards your chest and squeeze tight with your abdominals. 5.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets as possible. Tips : 1.) It is important to take this workout/exercise slowly, as it is difficult to maintain and get your balance

Dumbbell One-Arm Posterior Fly on Stability Ball

Steps : 1.) Start off sitting on a stability ball with both feet together, your chest close to your knees and arms hanging down in front with a dumbbell in one hand. 2.) While maintaining a flat back, lift the weight to shoulder height allowing the arm to bend slightly and hold for a count, as the other arm stays in front of you. 3.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets desired.

Stability Ball Hamstring Stretch

Steps : 1.) Start off by lying on your back with an exercise placed in front of one of your legs that is extended straight backwards with your toes pointed and the opposite leg used as a support, bent at the knee resting the ball on top of the thigh. 2.) Making sure that your extended leg stays straight, slowly stretch out your handstring and hold this position for 15 to 30 seconds. 3.) Switch legs and repeat motion. Tips : 1.) Keep exercise ball in between legs through the entire stretch

Stability Ball Back Stretch (Prone)

Steps : 1.) Start off by lying face down upon an exercise ball. 2.) Position yourself so that your abdominals and hips are directly over the top of the ball so that your tension is completely gone in your lower back. 3.) Hold onto this position for 15 to 30 seconds and repeat for as many times as you would like.

Barbell Clean From Blocks

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off with a weighted barbell rested on blocks right in front of your shins with a overhand grip. 2.) Bend down at the knees with your back straight, chest out, head facing forward and pull up on the barbell with the driving force from your heels. 3.) Extend out through your knees and hips in a jumping motion to push the bar upward. 4.) Most of the force should be driven through the initial momentum from the legs and hips with a slight pull from your arms. 5.) When you are full extended and upright, flex you arms with your elbows and pull yourself down allowing the barbell to roll up your forearms and rest on your palms and shoulder in a full squat position. 6.) Keep yourself in the full squat position until you have full control of the barbell. 7.) Then push yourself up with your heels into an upright position keeping your back straight and chest out. 8.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Dumbbell Decline One-Arm Hammer Press

Steps : 1.) Start by laying on a decline bench with your feet flat on the floor or secured under foot holders, one arm holding a dumbbell in a hammer grip position and arm extended above your chest. 2.) Slowly lower your arm to shoulder level, maintaining a 90-degree angle in your arm until you feel a 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.

Barbell Power Snatch From Blocks

Steps : 1.) Start by standing in front of a barbell that is rested upon boxes, around knee level, with your feet shoulder width apart and gripping the bar with a double overhand shoulder width grip. 2.) Bring the bar to about mid thigh level, keeping your back straight, then extend through your hips and knees forcefully driving the weight upward and shrugging your shoulders to your ears at the same time. 3.) Moving your feet into the receiving position, pull yourself below the bar as you elevate it overhead making sure that you receive the bar as low as possible and extend your arms up fully over your body. 4.) Make sure that you have a balanced standing position and hold for a count, then slowly and under control lower the bar back to the ground. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Stability Ball Standing Hamstring Stretch

Steps : 1.) Start by standing in front of an exercise ball with one leg in front of the other, keeping both legs straight. 2.) Lean towards the exercise ball while contracting your abs so that you are placing one hand on either side of the ball. 3.) As soon as you feel a stretch hold the position for 15 to 30 seconds. 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat stretch with opposite legs.

Staggered Stance Box Jump

A Staggered Stance Box Jump is a plyometric exercise that targets explosive power, balance, and coordination. Begin by standing in front of the box with one foot slightly in front of the other. The front foot should be about 6-12 inches ahead of the other foot. Choose which foot you want to place forward based on your preference or for balancing purposes. Bend your knees slightly and lower your body into a quarter squat position, keeping your chest up and your back straight. Engage your core muscles to maintain stability. Explosively jump off both feet, driving through the balls of your feet and extending your hips, knees, and ankles simultaneously. As you jump, bring your rear foot forward and your front foot backward, switching their positions mid-air. Aim to land softly on top of the box with both feet at the same time. Absorb the impact by bending your knees and hips to cushion the landing. Maintain stability and control throughout the movement. Carefully step down from the box one foot at a time, returning to the starting position. Complete the desired number of repetitions, alternating the position of your feet for each jump.

Stability Ball Cross-Leg Crunch

Steps : 1.) Start by laying flat on your back on an exercise ball, with the ball underneath your upper back region. 2.) Keep one of your feet firmly on the floor while the other is crossed over the planted one and place your fingertips behind your head opening up your elbows in the process. 3.) After gaining your balance, sit up squeezing with your abdominals. 4.) Return back to the starting position and continue your repetitions on that side before switching over to the opposite side and finishing up the rest of your reps and sets.

Cable Incline Press (Stability Ball)

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up handles on two low pulley cable machines and placing a stability ball in between the machines. 2.) Grab onto the handles with a neutral, hammer grip, twisting them so they are horizontal 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 upper back is flat on the middle of the ball so that you are in an incline position. 4.) Raise the handles above your chest as this will be your starting position. 5.) Slowly lower the handles down to your sides, 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.