Exercise Database

Smith Machine Bench Press

The smith machine bench press exercise is the same exercise as the typical bench press but it uses the smith machine to allow for greater control throughout the exercise. Steps : 1.) Start by placing a flat bench in the middle of a smith machine so that the bar is in line with the middle of your chest. 2.) Lie down with your back flat on the bench and grab the bar with a shoulder-width grip as this will be your starting position. 3.) Unlatch the bar, then slowly lower it down towards your chest until it barely touches and you feel a stretch in your muscles. 4.) Hold this position for a count then return back up to the start 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired. Tips : 1.) The smith machine is a great tool for beginners to learn to use free weights safely and how to perform the bench press correctly.

EZ Bar Decline Close Grip Skull Crusher

The EZ bar decline close grip skull crusher exercise combines the close grip bench press with tricep extension to target the tricep muscle and build bigger arms. Steps : 1.) Start by lying with your back on a flat bench and gripping a barbell with a close grip, about 8-12 inches apart. 3.) Keeping your arms close to your sides lower the bar so it touches your chest. 4.) Slowly return to starting position, concentrating on your triceps. 5.) At the top of the exercise bend your arms down towards your head. 6.) Raise the bar back up over your chest and repeat.

Cable Reverse Fly

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up handles on two low pulley cable machines, stand in between the machines and grab the handles with opposite hands. 2.) Bend down so that your back is parallel with the ground and bring the handles right below your chest at around knee level. 3.) Then slowly extend your arms out, squeezing your shoulders so that your arms at head level and hold for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Step-Up

The dumbbell step-up exercise builds strength and develops coordination in the upper leg and glute areas. Steps : 1.) Place a bench, box or step in front of you. 2.) Grasp a dumbbell in each hand. 3.) With your left leg, step up on the bench, follow with your right leg. 4.) Step down with your left leg and then your right leg. 5.) Repeat starting with your right leg. Tips 1.) Use a lighter weight until you are used to the motion of this exercise.

Indoor Cycling

Indoor cycling is a form of exercise that focuses on endurance, stamina, strength, intensity, intervals and recovery

Dumbbell Seated Tricep Press

The seated triceps press exercise uses a single dumbbell held in between both hands to work the tricep muscle and build bigger arms. Steps : 1.) Start off by sitting on a short straight bench with your feet planted firmly on the floor, keeping your abs drawn in and grabbing a dumbbell with both hands with a palms up grip above your head. 2.) Slowly lower the dumbbell in an arc motion from above your head to behind your neck, feeling a stretch in your tricep muscle. 3.) Hold this position for a count and return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Machine Leg Press (Wide Stance)

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up the amount of weight that you would like to perform on a Leg Press Machine. 2.) Sit down on the machine and place your legs on the rest with a wide stance and back flat on the padding behind you. 3.) Release the weight off of the rack and bring it down, feeling a stretch in your quads and hamstrings until you make a 90-degree angle with your legs or as far as you can go down. 4.) Hold for a count then return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Bench Dip

The bench dip exercise is one of the most basic and best workouts for building the triceps and bigger arms. Steps : 1.) Start by placing two benches parallel to each other 3-4 feet apart. 2.) Sit on one bench and place your feet on the edge of the other bench so that your legs are suspended between the two. 3.) Cross your feet for support, holding onto the bench with your hands for support and slowly lower body towards the floor by bending your elbows. 4.) Pause, hold for a count and then return to starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell One-Arm Tricep Kickback

The tricep dumbbell kickback exercise is one of the most beneficial and classic exercises for the arms and building bigger triceps. Steps : 1.) Start by standing alongside a flat bench, bending your right knee and placing it upon the bench, then placing your right hand on the bench for support. 2.) Grab and hold a dumbbell in your left hand while placing your left foot on the floor. 3.) Bend your left arm and raise it up towards your shoulder, then with a controlled kick back motion, extend your arm fully behind you until you feel a stretch in your tricep muscle. 4.) Hold this position for a count, then return back to the starting position. 5.) Switch arms and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired. Tips : 1.) You want to make sure that you keep your elbows in close to your body throughout the entire exercise.

Dumbbell Zottman Curl

The dumbbell zottman curl is an advanced dumbbell bicep exercise where you turn the palms up (supination) and then down (pronation) at the top of the movement. This exercise will strengthen and build the biceps and forearm muscles. Steps : 1.) Start off standing with your feet shoulder-width apart, your knees slightly bent and abs drawn in. 2.) Grab a dumbbell in each hand with your palms facing each other and hands at your sides. 3.) Curl your arms up turning your palms so they are facing down as the dumbbells reach your chest, squeezing your bicep muscles. 4.) Pause for a moment, then turn the palms down (facing the floor) and then return to the starting position as you maintain that position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dead Bug

Begin by lying flat on your back. Keep your back in its natural position without flattening it. This will help you do the dead bug in the most efficient and effective way. As you brace your abs, your back should be in its natural position with a slight curve in it. Keep in mind, you should be able to fit a few fingers under the curve in your back. Next, extend your arms. Raise your feet, knees and hips. To execute the movement, lower opposite arm and leg simultaneously. Repeat with the other arm and leg. Once you’ve finished your first arm and leg, lift and lower the other side. This ensures that you develop both sides of your abs and core evenly.

Dumbbell Wrist Curl (Palms Up)

Steps : 1.) Start by picking up a dumbbell in each hand while kneeling over a bench. 2.) With your palms facing upwards flex each forearm by lifting and lowering the dumbbell with only your wrist. 3.) Exhale while raising your wrist. 4.) Inhale while lowering your wrist. 5.) Repeat for the desired amount of reps and sets.

Machine Assisted Dip

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up the weight that you would like to perform for this exercise and making sure that the knee rests are in position for your body to rest upon. 2.) Climb onto the machine and place your knees upon the rest, then once in position push down upon the handles at your sides to lower your body down towards the floor. 3.) Squeeze with your triceps and hold for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Smith Machine Shoulder Press

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off by placing an incline bench underneath a smith machine and align the barbell at a height that you are able to reach the bar. 2.) Grab onto the barbell and lift the bar off from the rack with your palms facing forward and then lower the barbell until it is level with your chin. 3.) Push the barbell back to the starting position by squeezing your shoulders. 4.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed.

EZ Bar Tricep Extension

The EZ bar triceps extension exercise combines a decline bench and a curved bar to effectively work the tricep muscle. Steps : 1.) Start by lying face up on a decline bench and grasp an EZ Bar with an overhand grip. 2.) Extend your arms so they are perpendicular to your chest, keeping your elbows in one place, and lower the bar toward your head. 3.) Hold the position for a count. 4.) Slowly return to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Barbell Military Press (Seated)

Steps : 1.) Begin by sitting straight up on a bench gripping a barbell overhand, keeping elbows pointed down and chest high. 2.) Slowly push the bar straight up over your head until your arms are fully extended, then return back to the starting position behind the neck. 3.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Cable One-Arm Seated Row

Steps : 1.) Start off sitting on the floor or on bench facing a low pulley seated cable row. 2.) Keep your body straight up and feet positioned on the foot rests in front of you. 3.) Grab the handle attached to the machine with an overhand grip and slowly pull back towards your side twisting with your wrists. 4.) Squeeze your back muscles as you pull in and hold for a count then return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell Rear Delt Row

Steps : 1.) Start by lying on a flat bench with a dumbbell in each hand extended out in front of you. 2.) Slowly pull the dumbbells up until your elbows are just above your shoulders. 3.) Once you reach the final position hold for a count and squeeze your muscles. 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.