Exercise Database

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.

Machine Reverse Lat Pulldown (Close Grip)

Steps : 1.) Start by attaching a lat pulldown machine and grabbing it with a reverse grip so that your palms are facing towards you. 2.) Keeping your back straight and body still, slowly pull the v-bar down till it almost hits the top of your chest, squeezing with your lats and hold for a count. 3.) Return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Air Bike

The "air bike" ab exercise, also known as bicycle crunches, is an effective way to target your abdominal muscles, especially the obliques. Here’s how to perform this exercise correctly: Starting Position: Lie flat on your back on a mat. Place your hands lightly behind your head, elbows bent and pointing outward. Do not pull on your neck. Lift your legs off the ground and bend your knees at a 90-degree angle. Your lower legs should be parallel to the floor. Engage your core by drawing your belly button toward your spine. Performing the Exercise: Crunch Up and Twist: Simultaneously lift your upper body and twist to bring your right elbow towards your left knee while straightening your right leg. Your left knee should bend and move towards your chest. Breathing: Exhale as you twist and crunch. Alternate Sides: Now, switch sides by bringing your left elbow towards your right knee while straightening your left leg. Your right knee should bend and move towards your chest. Breathing: Exhale as you twist and crunch. Continue Alternating: Continue to alternate sides in a smooth, controlled manner, mimicking the motion of pedaling a bicycle. Maintain a steady pace to ensure proper form and maximum engagement of your abdominal muscles.

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 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.

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.

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.

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 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.

Dumbbell Walking Lunge

The dumbbell walking lunge exercise helps strengthen the leg and core muscles through constant motion. Steps : 1.) Start off by either placing a barbell across your upper back or by grasping a dumbbell in each hand. 2.) Stand with your feet about 8 inches apart, toes facing forward. 3.) Take a lunge forward keeping your abs drawn in and your upper body straight. 4.) Slowly lower one knee down as if kneeling while keeping your other knee bent at a 90 degree angle. 5.) Lower your body to just above the floor and hold for a moment before pushing off with the back foot. 6.) Step through and repeat the exercise with the other leg. Tips : 1.) Refrain from touching your knee to the ground.

Cable Wood Chop

Steps : 1.) Begin by standing with your feet shoulder width apart and your knees slightly bent, holding a high pulley cable at about shoulder level to one side of your body. 2.) Slowly bring the cable downward in a diagonal direction, pressing the pulley into your opposite thigh, squeezing your oblique muscles. 3.) Return back to the starting position and 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.

Weighted Tricep Dip

Steps : 1.) Start by setting up a weighted belt around your waist with the amount of weight that you can perform for this exercise. 2.) Elevate yourself off of the platform so that you are being held up by your upper body and the weight is dangling towards the floor. 3.) Slowly lower yourself toward the floor, keeping your body as upright as possible. 4.) Lower yourself until your elbows are at shoulder level, squeezing your triceps and hold for a count. 5.) Return back to the starting position. 6.) 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.

Indoor Cycling

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

Hanging Knee Raise

Steps : 1.) Start off by grabbing onto a hanging grip or pull up bar, with a comfortable distance between your hands and a strong grip. 2.) Then slowly lift your knees in towards your chest until you feel tension on your lower abs. 3.) Hold this position for a few seconds then return back to the starting position and repeat for the desired reps and sets.

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.

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.