Hypertrophy exercises

Hypertrophy exercises in the Fitness Coach catalogue: 518 exercises. Mostly for: Legs, Back, Shoulders.

  • EZ-Bar Reverse Spider Curl

    The Reverse EZ-Bar Spider Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles in the arms. This variation of the spider curl is performed with a pronated (overhand) grip on an EZ-bar, which emphasizes the forearms and provides a unique stimulus to the biceps. It is typically done on an incline bench to allow for a full range of motion and to minimize momentum.
    ForearmsIntermediate
  • Cable Pull Through

    Cable Pull Through is a compound cable hip-hinge exercise that targets the glutes, hamstrings, and spinal erectors. Its between-the-legs cable setup provides posterior-chain resistance without a barbell.
    GlutesIntermediate
  • Seated Leg Extension Machine

    The Seated Leg Extension Machine targets the quadriceps muscles located at the front of the thigh. This isolation exercise is designed to improve strength and definition in the quadriceps, making it a staple in lower body workouts. The machine consists of a padded seat, a backrest, and a lever with a padded bar that rests on the lower legs just above the ankles.
    LegsBeginner
  • Seated Machine Trunk Rotation

    The Seated Machine Trunk Rotation is an isolation exercise targeting the oblique muscles of the core. It involves rotating the torso against resistance while seated, helping to improve core strength and stability.
    AbsBeginner
  • Knee Raise Ab Coaster

    The Knee Raise Ab Coaster is an abdominal exercise performed on a specialized machine designed to target the lower abs. It involves a controlled movement where the knees are raised towards the chest while maintaining a stable core. This exercise helps in strengthening the abdominal muscles, particularly focusing on the lower region, and can also engage the hip flexors.
    AbsIntermediate
  • Dumbbell Neutral Grip Incline Bench Row

    The Dumbbell Hammer Grip Incline Bench Row is an upper body exercise targeting the back muscles, specifically the latissimus dorsi, rhomboids, and trapezius. It also engages the biceps and forearms due to the hammer grip. This exercise is performed on an incline bench, which helps isolate the back muscles by minimizing lower body involvement.
    BackIntermediate
  • Neck Curl

    The neck curl is an isolation exercise targeting the neck flexor muscles, primarily the sternocleidomastoid. It helps in strengthening the neck, improving posture, and enhancing overall neck stability. This exercise is typically performed lying on a bench or flat surface with controlled movements to ensure safety and effectiveness.
    BackIntermediate
  • One-Arm High-to-Low Cable Fly

    The One-Arm High-to-Low Cable Fly is an isolation exercise targeting the pectoral muscles, specifically the lower chest. It involves pulling a cable from a high position to a low position across the body, engaging the chest, shoulders, and triceps. This exercise helps in developing muscle symmetry and improving unilateral strength.
    ChestIntermediate
  • Resistance Band Push-Up

    Resistance Band Push-Up is a push-up variation with elastic resistance added across the upper body. The band increases pressing demand for the chest, shoulders, and triceps compared with bodyweight alone.
    ChestIntermediate
  • Machine Hack Squat

    The Machine Hack Squat is a compound lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings. It is performed using a hack squat machine, which provides support and stability, allowing for controlled movement and reduced risk of injury. This exercise is ideal for building strength and muscle mass in the legs while minimizing strain on the lower back.
    LegsBeginner
  • Machine Biceps Curl

    The Machine Biceps Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii muscles. It is performed using a specialized machine designed to provide resistance through a fixed range of motion, allowing for controlled and focused muscle contraction. This exercise is ideal for increasing bicep strength and size, while minimizing the involvement of other muscle groups.
    BicepsBeginner
  • Barbell Reverse Lunges

    The Barbell Reverse Lunge is a compound lower-body exercise that targets the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. It involves stepping backward into a lunge position while holding a barbell across the upper back, requiring balance and core stability.
    LegsIntermediate
  • Band Half Kneeling Chop

    Band Half Kneeling Chop is a diagonal band-resistance core exercise performed from a half-kneeling stance. It trains the obliques, shoulders, and hips to control rotational force.
    AbsIntermediate
  • Barbell Front Raise

    Barbell Front Raise is an isolation shoulder exercise that targets the anterior deltoids with a barbell. It emphasizes the front portion of the shoulder without using a pressing pattern.
    ShouldersBeginner
  • One-Arm Cable Bent Over Lateral Raise

    The One-Arm Cable Bent Over Lateral Raise is an isolation exercise targeting the posterior deltoid muscles. It involves using a cable machine to provide constant tension throughout the movement, enhancing muscle activation and development in the rear shoulders. This exercise also engages the upper back and stabilizing muscles, contributing to improved shoulder stability and posture.
    ShouldersBeginner
  • Dumbbell Incline Alternate Supinated Curl

    The Dumbbell Incline Alternate Supinated Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. Performed on an incline bench, it emphasizes the long head of the biceps by maintaining a supinated (palm-up) grip throughout the movement. This exercise helps in developing peak bicep strength and size while also engaging the forearms.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • High To Low Band Woodchopper

    The High To Low Band Woodchopper is a dynamic exercise targeting the core, specifically the obliques, while also engaging the shoulders and hips. It mimics the motion of chopping wood, using a resistance band to provide tension throughout the movement. This exercise helps improve rotational strength and stability.
    AbsIntermediate
  • Dumbbell Seated Bent Over High Row

    The Dumbbell Seated Bent Over Rear Delt Row is an isolation exercise targeting the rear deltoids, upper back, and trapezius muscles. This movement involves bending over while seated and pulling dumbbells towards your torso, focusing on squeezing the shoulder blades together.
    ShouldersIntermediate
  • Cable Rear Delt Fly (Reverse Fly)

    The Cable Rear Delt Fly, also known as the Reverse Fly, is an isolation exercise targeting the rear deltoid muscles of the shoulders. It involves using a cable machine to provide constant tension throughout the movement, promoting muscle engagement and growth. This exercise is effective for improving shoulder stability and posture.
    ShouldersIntermediate
  • Dumbbell Rear Lunge

    The Dumbbell Rear Lunge is a compound lower body exercise that targets the quadriceps, hamstrings, glutes, and calves. It also engages the core for stabilization. This exercise involves stepping backward into a lunge position while holding dumbbells, providing resistance to enhance muscle strength and endurance.
    GlutesIntermediate
  • One-Arm Rear Delt Fly

    The Single Arm Rear Delt Fly is an isolation exercise targeting the rear deltoids, part of the shoulder muscle group. It also engages the upper back muscles, including the rhomboids and trapezius, to a lesser extent. This exercise helps improve shoulder stability and posture.
    ShouldersIntermediate
  • Barbell Reverse Grip Forearm Curl

    The Barbell Reverse Grip Forearm Curl targets the forearm extensors, focusing on the muscles responsible for wrist extension. This exercise enhances grip strength and forearm development, crucial for overall arm strength and stability.
    ForearmsIntermediate
  • One-Arm High Row Cable

    The Cable Single Arm High Row is an isolation exercise targeting the upper back, specifically the latissimus dorsi, rhomboids, and trapezius muscles. This exercise also engages the biceps and forearms as secondary muscles. It is performed using a cable machine with a single handle attachment, allowing for unilateral training to address muscle imbalances.
    BackIntermediate
  • Lying Cable Fly

    The Lying Cable Fly is an isolation exercise targeting the pectoral muscles. It involves lying on a flat bench and using cables to perform a fly motion, which helps in developing the chest by focusing on the inner and outer portions of the pectorals. This exercise also engages the shoulders and triceps as secondary muscles.
    ChestIntermediate