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Barbell Seated Alternating Front to Back Press
Description: The barbell seated alternating front to back press alternates a press in front of the head with a press behind the head. Working both lines trains the front and side of the shoulder, though the behind the neck portion demands good shoulder mobility. Benefits: Profile: Equipment: Barbell Type: Strength Training (Compound) Resistance Type: Free…
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Barbell High Pull
Description: The Barbell High Pull is an explosive vertical pull that drives the weight from the hips up toward the chest with the elbows leading. It trains the upper traps and deltoids with a power emphasis and is best suited to experienced lifters. Benefits: Profile: Equipment: Barbell Type: Strength and Power Resistance Type: Free Weight…
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Barbell Upright Row
Description: The Barbell Upright Row pulls the weight up the front of the body toward the upper chest, driving the elbows high. It works the side of the shoulder and the upper traps together. Benefits: Profile: Equipment: Barbell Type: Strength Training (Compound) Resistance Type: Free Weight Level: Intermediate Muscles: Primary Muscles Secondary Muscles Classification: Mechanics:…
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Axle Bar Overhead Press
Description: The Axle Bar Overhead Press is a strongman pressing movement. Pressing a thick strongman implement overhead builds raw overhead strength along with grip and core stability. Benefits: Profile: Equipment: Axle Bar Type: Strongman Resistance Type: Free Weight Level: Intermediate Muscles: Primary Muscles Secondary Muscles Classification: Mechanics: Compound Force: Push Utility: Basic Instructions: Common Mistakes:…
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Lower Chest Stretching
Description: The Lower Chest Stretching gently lengthens the pectoralis major (lower) to relieve tightness, improve flexibility, and support recovery between training sessions. Muscles Stretched: How To Perform: Benefits: Tips: ExercisesBrowse the full exercise database ›
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Axle Bar Clean and Press
The Axle Bar Clean and Press is a Strongman staple that tests an athlete’s full-body strength, grip endurance, and technical precision. Featuring a thick, non-rotating barbell, this event challenges competitors to lift the bar from the ground to their shoulders (clean) and press it overhead to full lockout. The Axle Bar’s unique design requires exceptional…
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Barbell Push-Ups
Description: The barbell push-up is performed with the hands gripping a barbell, either set in a rack at a chosen height or resting on the floor. Raising the bar in a rack makes the movement easier, while a lower bar increases the difficulty. Benefits: Profile: Equipment: Barbell Type: Bodyweight (Compound) Resistance Type: Body Weight Level:…
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Axle Bar Push Press
Description: The Axle Bar Push Press is a strongman pressing movement. Using a dip and drive from the legs, the push press lets you move more weight overhead than a strict press, training the shoulders and triceps with explosive power. Benefits: Profile: Equipment: Axle Bar Type: Strongman Resistance Type: Free Weight Level: Intermediate Muscles: Primary…
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Dumbbell Push-Ups
Description: The dumbbell push-up is performed gripping a pair of dumbbells on the floor. The raised handles let the chest stretch deeper at the bottom and keep the wrists in a neutral, more comfortable position. Benefits: Profile: Equipment: Dumbbells Type: Bodyweight (Compound) Resistance Type: Body Weight Level: Intermediate Muscles: Primary Muscles Secondary Muscles Classification: Mechanics:…
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Dumbbell Overhead Shoulder Press
Description: The Dumbbell Standing Overhead Shoulder Press is a fundamental exercise for developing strong and well-defined shoulder muscles. It targets the anterior and medial deltoids while also engaging the trapezius and triceps. This exercise is a staple in upper body strength training routines. Benefits: Profile: Equipment: Dumbbells Type: Strength Level: Intermediate to Advanced Muscles Worked:…
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Cable Push-Ups
Description: The Cable Push-Up adds resistance from a cable or band routed across the back during a push-up, increasing the load on the chest, triceps, and serratus anterior, especially at the top where the shoulder blades spread. Benefits: Profile: Equipment: Cable Machine Type: Bodyweight (Compound) Resistance Type: Cable Level: Intermediate Muscles: Primary Muscles Secondary Muscles…
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Dumbbell Seated Overhead Shoulder Press
Description: The Dumbbell Seated Overhead Shoulder Press is a fundamental strength training exercise that primarily targets the shoulder muscles, including the anterior deltoids. It involves pressing dumbbells overhead while seated, making it an effective way to build shoulder strength and muscle. Benefits: Profile: Equipment: Dumbbells, Bench Type: Strength Level: Intermediate to Advanced Muscles Worked: Muscles…
