Exercise Database

Thoracic Spine Extension (Foam Roller)

Thoracic spine extension using a foam roller is an effective way to improve mobility and flexibility in the upper back, specifically targeting the thoracic spine. Begin by sitting on the floor with your knees bent and feet flat on the ground. Place a foam roller horizontally on the ground behind you, perpendicular to your body. Slowly lie back onto the foam roller, positioning it underneath your upper back, just below your shoulder blades. Support your head with your hands, interlacing your fingers and placing them behind your head. Avoid putting too much weight on your neck. Engage your core muscles to stabilize your spine and maintain a neutral position throughout the exercise. Extend your arms straight out to the sides, palms facing up. This helps to open up the chest and shoulders. Using your legs, gently push against the ground to roll the foam roller up and down your upper back, focusing on the thoracic spine. Move slowly and deliberately, allowing the foam roller to apply pressure to different areas of your upper back. Pay attention to any areas of tightness or tension, and spend extra time rolling over those areas to help release muscle tension. Once you find a tender spot or area of restriction, pause and focus on extending your upper back over the foam roller. Slowly arch your back over the foam roller, allowing your chest to open up and your shoulder blades to move apart. Hold this extended position for a few seconds, focusing on breathing deeply into your chest to facilitate the stretch. Continue rolling and extending your upper back over the foam roller for 1-2 minutes, gradually working your way up and down the thoracic spine. Remember to maintain a slow and controlled pace, and listen to your body's feedback to determine how much pressure to apply. Breathe deeply and slowly throughout the exercise, inhaling as you extend your spine over the foam roller and exhaling as you release the stretch.

Dumbbell Bicep Curl (Supine Wide Grip)

Steps : 1.) Start by laying with your back flat on a bench and your feet in front of you in contact with the floor and arms elevated at your sides with a dumbbell in each hand. 2.) Hold the dumbbells in a neutral grip then extend your arms out to your sides, keeping your upper body, wrists and shoulders in a line. 3.) Slowly curl the dumbbells towards your shoulders and twist to form an underhand grip, isolating the biceps, then hold for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Cross Leg Erector Spinae

Steps : 1.) Begin this stretch by lying flat on your back with one of your legs straight out, the other bent and crossed over the extended leg. 2.) Take your arm on the extended leg side and push against the crossed leg as much as possible holding this position for about 15 to 30 seconds. 3.) Repeat this position on the opposite side.

Kettlebell Leg Pass

Steps : 1.) To begin the exercise, take one kettlebell and place them between your legs, bending over and pressing your glutes out, and keeping your back flat. 2.) Take the kettlebell and pass it between your legs to your other hand behind the legs. 3.) Make sure that you are passing the kettlebell only behind your legs. 4.) Repeat this motion with a “W” returning the kettlebell to the front with each pass through. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed. 6.) You can also alternate the direction of which the kettlebells are passed between the legs.

Dumbbell Incline Hammer Curl (Prone)

Steps : 1.) Begin by taking an adjustable bench and elevating it to around 30-degrees. With your legs extended behind you and toes on the floor, have your arms in front of you with a dumbbell in each hand. 2.) Hold the dumbbells in a neutral grip and let them hang towards the ground. 3.) Slowly elevate the weights up towards your shoulders, isolating your biceps, and hold for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell One-Arm Tricep Extension (Reverse Grip)

Steps : 1.) Start by placing a handle on a low cable pulley machine and placing a flat bench in front of the machine. 2.) Sit down on the bench with your back facing the machine, grabbing the handle with one hand and extending it over your head, as this will be your starting position. 3.) Slowly lower the weight behind your head, squeezing your tricep and holding for a count. 4.) Return back to the starting position. 5.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Dumbbell One-Arm Tricep Extension (Supinated)

The dumbbell single arm supinated tricep extension exercise is similar to the pronated triceps extension except the movement is over the head instead of across the chest and still targets the tricep muscles. Steps : 1.) Start off lying flat in a bench with your head at one end and your feet placed firmly on the floor at the other end. 2.) Grab a dumbbell in one hand and raise it to a position above your chest, your palm should be facing the floor. 3.) Place your free hand under the shoulder to support your other arm. 4.) Slowly bend your elbow over your head with the weight moving only your forearm and elbow. 5.) Return to the starting position and repeat for as many reps and sets as desired. 6.) Switch with your other arm and repeat.

Posterior Tibialis Stretch

Steps : 1.) Start in a seated position and take either a belt, rope or band and loop it around one of your feet. 2.) Extend both legs out in front of you, then take the belt that is wrapped around the foot and pull it until your foot becomes everted. 3.) You will want the outside of that foot being pulled towards you and hold this position for 15 to 30 seconds. 4.) Return back to the starting position and repeat for as many reps, sets and however long you desire.

Dumbbell Wall Squat

Steps : 1.) Start by positioning your back flat up against a wall holding dumbbells at your sides with your knees slightly bent. 2.) Slowly slide your body down against the wall, lowering your glutes towards the floor until your thighs are parallel with the ground and hold for a count. 3.) Return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Weighted Decline Rotation

Steps : 1.) Start by laying on a decline bench with a weight plate crossed in between your arms over your chest and feet secured in the foot rests. 2.) Slowly curl up with your abs and pause as soon as you reach the top. 3.) As soon as you reach this position rotate to one direction, then return back to the center and then back down. 4.) Repeat these steps but to the opposite direction. 5.) Perform this exercise for as many reps and sets as desired.

Barbell Incline Bench Press (Reverse Grip)

Steps : 1.) Start by laying flat on your back on an incline bench, feet on the floor and hands holding dumbbells in a underhand reverse grip at the sides of your chest. 2.) Slowly push the dumbbells straight up above your chest, squeezing your pecs and hold for a count. 3.) Return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Trap Bar Farmer’s Walk

The Trap Bar Farmer's Walk is a compound exercise that primarily targets the muscles of the upper body, particularly the shoulders, arms, and grip strength, while also engaging the core and lower body muscles. Bend at the hips and knees to grasp the handles of the trap bar with a hammer grip (palms facing each other). Keep your grip firm and secure on the handles. Engage your core muscles by drawing your navel in towards your spine. Keep your chest up and your shoulders back to maintain proper posture throughout the movement. With the trap bar securely in your hands and your core engaged, exhale as you lift the weight off the ground by straightening your hips and knees. Keep your back straight and avoid rounding or arching your spine. Once the weight is lifted off the ground, stand tall with your shoulders pulled back and your chest up. Begin walking forward in a controlled manner, taking small, deliberate steps. Keep your arms extended and your shoulders stabilized as you walk. Focus on maintaining proper posture and balance throughout the movement. Take care not to sway from side to side or allow the weight to pull you off balance. Depending on your goals and fitness level, you can perform the Farmer's Walk for a specific distance (e.g., 20 meters) or for a set amount of time (e.g., 30 seconds). Aim to walk with a brisk but controlled pace, focusing on maintaining proper form and tension in your muscles. Once you reach the designated distance or time, carefully turn around and walk back to the starting point. Take small, deliberate steps and maintain proper posture and balance as you return. Once you have completed the desired number of repetitions or distance, carefully lower the trap bar back to the ground by bending at the hips and knees.

Barbell Squat to Shoulder Press

Steps : 1.) Start by standing with your feet shoulder width apart, holding a barbell across the front of the chest. 2.) Slowly squat down under control keeping your knees bent over your toes and press the barbell over your head extending your arms straight up. 3.) Hold this position as soon as you feel a stretch in your thighs and glutes for a count then return back up to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Smith Machine Incline Tricep Extension

Steps : 1.) Start by placing an incline bench underneath a smith machine at a 30 to 45 degree angle, highest end underneath the bar and lay down with your back flat on the bench, feet in front of you. 2.) Lift the bar off of the rack with an underhand grip and slowly, while keeping your elbows fixed, lower the bar behind your head as far as possible, squeezing your triceps. 3.) Hold for a count then return back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.

Kettlebell One-Arm Clean and Jerk

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off by taking a kettlebell in one hand and clean pressing it to your shoulder. 2.) Perform a squat and dip your body at the knees keeping your chest and back straight. 3.) As you perform this movement, use your momentum to thrust the kettlebell overhead. 4.) Hold onto this position for a few seconds then return back to the starting point with the kettlebell clean pressed at the shoulder. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed

Knee Circles

The knee circles exercise is a simple exercise to improve flexibility in the legs and it's a great stretch. Steps : 1.) Start by standing up straight with your feet a little closer than shoulder width apart. 2.) Keeping your arms across your chest or on your hips, move both your knees in a circular motion, paying attention to keeping your feet flat on the floor and the movement in your ankles. Perform the movement clockwise then counter-clock wise. 3.) Repeat until you feel loosened up.

Barbell Incline Shoulder Raise

Steps : 1.) To begin this exercise; start off with lying flat back on an incline bench with a medium width grip upon the barbell. 2.) Take the bar off from the rack and hold it straight over your head with arms straight. 3.) With the bar above your head, raise the shoulders off from the bench and exhale. 4.) Return the bar back to the starting position and inhale. 5.) Repeat this exercise for as many repetitions as needed.

Decline Bench Knee Raise

Steps : 1.) Start by laying with your back flat on a decline bench, head rested upon the highest end and holding onto the pads above your head to stabilize your body. 2.) Keeping your feet and knees together, point your legs straight out in front of you in a plank position, then slowly pull both knees up towards your chest as high as possible until you feel a stretch in your abs. 3.) Then return your knees back to the starting position. 4.) Repeat for as many reps and sets as desired.