Did you know that there are over 100 push up variations? Me either… well, I knew there were a lot of different ways to do push ups, but I never really counted all of them. Check out this infographic from Stack52. Also, be sure to come back this Friday, June 20th for a giveaway from Stack52! […]
Leg Exercises: Side-lying Straight Leg Hip Abduction
This is one of those moves that appear easy but if done right, you’ll really feel it the next day. It’s also technically a move for your glutes, but I don’t have a category for that in the exercise library… though maybe I should! How to do the move Laying on your side, stack your […]
Core Exercises: Three Point Plank
The plank is one of those core exercises that is deceptively simple looking. Take your standard plank to the next level with this three point plank and give your abs a workout while also challenging your balance How to do the move Get into the plank position up on your hands, arms straight. Lift your left hand off […]
Back Exercises: Bent-Over Dumbbell Row
Of all the different back exercises, this classic move will not only help to strengthen your shoulders and back, but will help to sculpt them as well to help create a classically chiseled body. How to do the move Stand next to a bench or other stable surface and put your right hand and knee on the bench. […]
Leg Exercises: Squat – Wide Stance – Parallel Depth
This move may sound complicated, but once you try it, it will soon become one of your favorites. How to do the move Stand with feet wider than your shoulders and toes pointed out at the same angle as your knees. Squat back until your thighs are parallel to the floor then return to standing position. […]
Leg Exercises: Front Squat
One of the best butt and leg exercises is also the most widely known… the squat. The reason this version is called a front squat is because you will hold weights in front of your body as you do the move to provide extra challenge. (A back squat would be the same movement but with […]
Leg Exercises: Across-The-Body Step-Ups
If you’re looking for leg exercises that work a lot of muscles all at once, then the across-the-body step-up is the move for you. How to do the move Stand sideways next to a stable chair or bench. Using the foot of the leg furthest from the bench, step up onto the bench and drive through […]
Full Body Exercises: Alternating Kettlebell Swing
Like the regular kettlebell swing, the alternating kettlebell swing is in the full body exercises category. This is a powerhouse move that works a lot of muscles all at once while also challenging your hand eye coordination. Just be careful not to throw the kettlebell through a wall 😉 How to do the move Begin […]