Flexion exercises
106 exercises, 5 pages
Filters in the catalogueForearms · Intermediate
Dumbbell Biceps Reverse Curl
An exercise targeting the biceps brachii with an emphasis on the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles. This variation involves a pronated grip, which shifts some focus from the biceps to the forearm muscles, providing a balanced arm workout.
Legs · Intermediate
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.
Forearms · Intermediate
Reverse Grip Cable Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles, with secondary emphasis on the biceps brachii.
Legs · Beginner
Prone Lying Leg Curl
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.
Biceps · Intermediate
Kettlebell Biceps Curl
An isolation curl variation using a kettlebell. Its offset load challenges elbow flexion while emphasizing the biceps and contributing forearm stability.
Biceps · Beginner
Barbell Drag Curl
A standing barbell curl with an underhand grip and a short path close to the torso. The elbows travel backward as the bar rises toward the upper abdomen, loading the elbow flexors without the high endpoint of a conventional curl.
Biceps · Intermediate
One-Arm Hammer Cable Curl
The One Arm Hammer Cable Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii, with emphasis on the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles. This exercise utilizes a cable machine to maintain constant tension throughout the movement, promoting muscle growth and strength in the upper arm.
Forearms · Intermediate
EZ-Bar Reverse Grip Biceps Curl
The EZ Barbell Reverse Grip Biceps Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii, with an emphasis on the brachialis and forearm muscles. This exercise uses an EZ bar with a reverse (palms-down) grip to reduce strain on the wrists while effectively engaging the upper arms.
Shoulders · Intermediate
Trap Y Raise
An isolation exercise targeting the trapezius muscles, particularly the lower and middle fibers, as well as the rear deltoids. It is performed with light weights to focus on muscle activation and improve shoulder stability and posture.
Biceps · Intermediate
Close Grip Biceps Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii, particularly emphasizing the short head of the biceps. This exercise involves using a barbell or an EZ curl bar with a narrow grip to maximize bicep engagement and minimize forearm involvement.
Shoulders · Beginner
Plate Front Raise
An isolation exercise targeting the anterior deltoids. It involves lifting a weight plate in front of the body, primarily engaging the shoulder muscles. This exercise helps in building shoulder strength and improving shoulder stability.
Biceps · Intermediate
Dumbbell Cross Body Hammer Curl
A standing dumbbell exercise for the elbow flexors, including the brachialis, brachioradialis and biceps. This variation uses a neutral grip and an alternating diagonal path across the torso, rather than a forward curl or a held-arm variation.
Legs · Beginner
Single-Leg Cable Leg Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the hamstrings. It involves using a cable machine to perform leg curls one leg at a time, allowing for focused muscle engagement and improved muscle balance between legs.
Biceps · Intermediate
Bayesian Cable Curl (Face Away)
An isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. It involves using a cable machine with the pulley set at a low position. This exercise emphasizes the stretch and contraction of the biceps by maintaining tension throughout the movement, making it effective for hypertrophy.
Shoulders · Intermediate
Cable Incline Y Raise Back Supported
An isolation exercise targeting the upper back and shoulders, specifically the rear deltoids, trapezius, and rhomboids. This exercise is performed on an incline bench with cables, allowing for a controlled range of motion and constant tension on the muscles.
Biceps · Intermediate
Incline Cable Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii, performed using a cable machine with an incline bench. This exercise emphasizes the stretch at the bottom of the movement, providing constant tension throughout the range of motion.
Biceps · Intermediate
EZ-Bar Spider Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. It is performed using an EZ-bar while lying face down on an incline bench, allowing for a greater range of motion and increased muscle engagement. This exercise emphasizes the peak contraction of the biceps and minimizes shoulder involvement.
Biceps · Intermediate
Barbell Preacher Curl
An isolation biceps exercise with the upper arms supported on a preacher bench. The fixed support limits torso involvement and focuses the work on elbow flexion.
Biceps · Intermediate
Hercules Curl
The High Cable Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. It is performed using a cable machine with the pulley set at a high position. This exercise emphasizes the peak contraction of the biceps, promoting muscle growth and definition.
Legs · Beginner
Seated Single Leg Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the hamstring muscles. It involves flexing the knee joint to bring the heel towards the glutes while seated on a leg curl machine. This exercise helps in developing strength and muscle definition in the hamstrings, improving knee stability and overall leg performance.
Forearms · Intermediate
EZ-Bar Reverse Spider Curl
The Reverse EZ-Bar Spider Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles in the arms.
Core · Intermediate
Seated Bench Knee Tuck
A bodyweight core exercise performed at the end of a flat bench with the hands gripping beside the hips. Both knees draw toward the torso as the trunk moves forward, followed by leg extension and a controlled recline, combining hip flexion with abdominal control.
Back · Intermediate
Neck Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the neck flexor muscles, primarily the sternocleidomastoid.
