Machine exercises

Machine exercises in the Fitness Coach catalogue: 62 exercises. Mostly for: Back, Legs, Chest.

  • Assisted Triceps Dip (kneeling)

    Assisted Triceps Dip (Kneeling) is a counterweighted dip variation performed from a kneeling setup. It emphasizes triceps strength while machine assistance reduces the effective bodyweight load.
    TricepsBeginner
  • Single-Leg Extension

    The Seated One Leg Extension is an isolation exercise that targets the quadriceps muscles located at the front of the thigh. It is performed using a leg extension machine, which allows for controlled movement and precise targeting of the quadriceps. This exercise is beneficial for building strength and muscle definition in the legs.
    LegsBeginner
  • Machine Preacher Curl

    The Machine Preacher Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. It involves using a preacher curl machine to perform controlled bicep curls, emphasizing the peak contraction of the biceps. This exercise helps in developing the size and strength of the biceps by providing constant tension throughout the movement.
    BicepsBeginner
  • Seated Dip Machine

    Machine Triceps Dips focus on isolating the triceps muscles using a specialized machine. This exercise allows for controlled movement and consistent resistance, making it ideal for building triceps strength and size. The machine provides support and stability, reducing the risk of injury and allowing for precise targeting of the triceps.
    TricepsBeginner
  • One-Arm Lever High Row

    The One-Arm Lever High Row is a unilateral exercise targeting the upper back, specifically the latissimus dorsi, rhomboids, and trapezius muscles. It utilizes a lever machine to provide resistance, allowing for controlled movement and focus on muscle contraction. This exercise helps in improving muscle symmetry and strength in the upper body.
    BackIntermediate
  • Hand Gripper

    The hand gripper is a compact exercise tool designed to strengthen the muscles of the forearms, hands, and fingers. It consists of two handles connected by a resistance spring. Regular use can improve grip strength, enhance endurance, and support overall hand health.
    ForearmsBeginner
  • Machine Lateral Raise

    The machine lateral raise is an isolation exercise targeting the lateral deltoid muscles. It involves using a specialized machine that provides stability and controlled movement, allowing for focused muscle engagement. This exercise is ideal for building shoulder width and improving shoulder symmetry.
    ShouldersBeginner
  • Machine Chest Press

    The Machine Chest Press is a resistance exercise targeting the pectoral muscles, primarily the pectoralis major, with secondary activation of the triceps and anterior deltoids. It is performed using a seated machine that provides guided movement, allowing for controlled and safe execution, especially beneficial for beginners or those focusing on muscle isolation.
    ChestBeginner
  • One-Arm Seated Row

    The Single Arm Seated Row is an isolation exercise targeting the latissimus dorsi, rhomboids, and trapezius muscles. It is performed using a cable machine with a single handle attachment, allowing for unilateral training to correct muscle imbalances and enhance muscle engagement.
    BackIntermediate
  • Machine Chest Fly

    The machine chest fly is an isolation exercise targeting the pectoral muscles. It involves using a chest fly machine to perform a controlled movement that stretches and contracts the chest muscles, enhancing muscle definition and strength. This exercise is ideal for focusing on the chest without engaging other muscle groups significantly.
    ChestBeginner
  • Machine Hip Thrust

    The Machine Hip Thrust is a lower body exercise primarily targeting the gluteus maximus. It involves using a specialized machine to perform hip extension movements while seated or lying down, providing resistance to enhance glute strength and hypertrophy. This exercise is effective for building power and improving athletic performance.
    GlutesBeginner
  • Machine Chest Press Hammer Grip

    The Machine Chest Press Hammer Grip is a resistance exercise targeting the pectoral muscles, specifically the sternal head of the pectoralis major. It also engages the triceps and anterior deltoids. The hammer grip position allows for a neutral wrist alignment, reducing strain on the wrists and shoulders.
    ChestBeginner
  • Preacher Hammer Curl

    The Preacher Hammer Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles of the upper arm. It is performed using a preacher bench, which stabilizes the arms and minimizes momentum, allowing for focused contraction of the target muscles. This exercise is typically performed with dumbbells or a specialized hammer curl bar.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Single-Leg Lying Curl

    The Lying Single Leg Hamstring Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the hamstrings. It involves lying face down on a leg curl machine and curling one leg at a time towards the glutes. This exercise helps in strengthening and developing the hamstring muscles, improving knee flexion and stability.
    LegsIntermediate
  • Lever Back Extension

    The Lever Back Extension is a strength training exercise targeting the lower back muscles, specifically the erector spinae. It is performed using a lever machine designed to support the body while allowing controlled extension of the spine. This exercise helps improve posture, enhance core stability, and strengthen the lower back.
    BackBeginner
  • Machine Calf Raises

    Machine Calf Raises target the calf muscles, primarily the gastrocnemius and soleus. This exercise is performed using a specialized machine that allows for controlled movement and resistance, making it effective for building strength and size in the lower leg muscles.
    LegsBeginner
  • Seated Hip Abduction

    The Seated Hip Abduction exercise targets the hip abductor muscles, primarily the gluteus medius and minimus. It is performed using a specialized machine where you sit with your legs together and push them apart against resistance. This exercise helps improve hip stability, balance, and overall lower body strength.
    GlutesBeginner
  • Prone Lying Leg Curl

    The Prone Lying Leg Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the hamstrings. It involves flexing the knees against resistance while lying face down on a leg curl machine. This exercise helps in strengthening the hamstrings, improving knee joint stability, and enhancing overall lower body performance.
    LegsBeginner
  • Katana Triceps Extension

    The Katana Triceps Extension is an isolation exercise targeting the triceps brachii, particularly focusing on the long head. This exercise is performed using a cable machine with a rope attachment, allowing for a full range of motion and continuous tension on the triceps.
    TricepsBeginner
  • Lever High Row

    Lever High Row is a machine pulling exercise with a high handle path. It emphasizes the upper back, lats, rear deltoids, and scapular control through a guided resistance path.
    BackIntermediate
  • Underhand Triceps Extension

    The Underhand Triceps Extension is an isolation exercise that targets the triceps brachii, specifically emphasizing the medial head. This exercise is performed using a cable machine with an underhand grip, which can help reduce stress on the elbows and enhance muscle engagement.
    TricepsBeginner
  • Assisted Pull-Up

    Assisted Pull-Up is a machine-supported vertical pull-up that counterbalances part of bodyweight. It develops the back, biceps, and scapular control needed for unassisted pull-ups.
    BackBeginner
  • Lying Chest Press

    The Hammer Bench Press is a variation of the traditional bench press performed using a hammer strength machine. This exercise targets the pectoral muscles, triceps, and anterior deltoids. It provides a guided motion path, which can be beneficial for maintaining proper form and reducing the risk of injury.
    ChestIntermediate
  • Standing Press Around

    The Standing Press Around is a dynamic shoulder exercise that targets the deltoids, trapezius, and upper chest. It involves a circular motion with a weight, engaging multiple muscle groups to improve shoulder stability and strength.
    ChestIntermediate