Flexion exercises

Flexion exercises in the Fitness Coach catalogue: 93 exercises. Mostly for: Biceps, Forearms, Legs.

  • EZ-Bar Seated Wrist Curl

    The Barbell Seated Wrist Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the forearm flexors. It involves curling a barbell using only wrist movement while seated, focusing on strengthening and building muscle endurance in the forearms.
    ForearmsBeginner
  • One-Arm Preacher Hammer Curl

    The One Arm Preacher Hammer Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the brachialis, brachioradialis, and biceps brachii muscles. It is performed using a preacher bench and a dumbbell, focusing on the development of the forearm and upper arm strength. This exercise emphasizes the outer portion of the biceps and enhances grip strength.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Dumbbell Alternate Hammer Front Raise

    The Dumbbell Standing Alternate Hammer Front Raise is an isolation exercise targeting the anterior deltoids, with secondary engagement of the lateral deltoids, upper pectorals, and trapezius. This exercise involves lifting dumbbells in a hammer grip position alternately in front of the body, enhancing shoulder strength and stability.
    ShouldersBeginner
  • Seated Hammer Curl

    The Seated Hammer Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles of the upper arm. It involves curling dumbbells with a neutral grip while seated, minimizing body movement to focus on the arms.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Bayesian Cable Curl Seated

    The Bayesian Cable Curl Seated is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. It utilizes a cable machine to maintain constant tension throughout the movement, enhancing muscle engagement and growth. Performing this exercise seated helps stabilize the body, allowing for better focus on the biceps.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Dumbbell Alternate Supinated Curl

    The Dumbbell Alternate Supinated Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. This exercise involves curling a dumbbell with a supinated (palms up) grip, alternating arms, to enhance muscle symmetry and strength in the upper arm.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Biceps Barbell Curl

    The Biceps Barbell Curl is a fundamental exercise targeting the biceps brachii muscles. It involves lifting a barbell in a controlled manner to effectively engage and develop the biceps, enhancing arm strength and size.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Band Lying Leg Curl

    Band Lying Leg Curl is an isolation hamstring exercise performed lying face down with elastic resistance. It focuses on knee-flexion strength in the back of the thigh.
    LegsBeginner
  • Dumbbell Hammer Curl

    The Dumbbell Hammer Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the brachialis, brachioradialis, and biceps brachii muscles. It is performed with dumbbells and involves a neutral grip, which emphasizes the forearms and the outer head of the biceps.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Arm Blaster Biceps Dumbbell Curl

    The Arm Blaster Biceps Dumbbell Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. Utilizing an arm blaster helps maintain proper form by preventing elbow movement, thus maximizing bicep engagement. This exercise is ideal for building bicep size and strength by focusing on strict form and muscle contraction.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Barbell Prone Incline Curl

    Barbell Prone Incline Curl is a biceps isolation exercise performed chest-down on an incline bench. Bench support minimizes body swing and keeps the focus on the biceps.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Barbell Standing Back Wrist Curl

    Barbell Standing Back Wrist Curl is a standing isolation exercise for the forearm flexors, with the barbell held behind the body. The behind-the-back setup creates a distinct wrist-flexion variation.
    ForearmsBeginner
  • Band Hammer Curl

    The Band Hammer Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles of the upper arm. It involves using a resistance band to perform a curling motion with a neutral grip, which emphasizes the forearms and provides constant tension throughout the movement.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • EZ-Bar Biceps Curl

    The EZ-Bar Biceps Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. It is performed using an EZ-bar, which has a zig-zag shape that allows for a more natural grip, reducing strain on the wrists and forearms. This exercise is effective for building bicep size and strength.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • TRX Biceps Curl

    The TRX Biceps Curl is a suspension training exercise that targets the biceps muscles. It utilizes body weight and gravity to provide resistance, enhancing strength and muscle endurance. This exercise is performed using TRX straps, which allow for a range of motion and require core stability.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Dumbbell Standing Wrist Curl

    Dumbbell Standing Wrist Curl is an isolation exercise for the forearm flexors performed while standing with dumbbells. It develops wrist-flexion strength and muscular endurance in the forearms.
    ForearmsBeginner
  • One-Arm Cable Biceps Curl

    The One-Arm Cable Biceps Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. It involves using a cable machine to provide constant tension throughout the movement, which helps in maximizing muscle engagement and growth. This exercise is performed unilaterally, allowing for focused attention on each arm individually, which can help address muscle imbalances.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Cable Squatting Curl

    Cable Squatting Curl is a cable arm exercise that combines a squat position with a biceps curl. The lower-body position adds postural demand while the cable provides resistance for elbow flexion.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Dumbbell Incline Hammer Curl

    Dumbbell Incline Hammer Curl is a biceps and forearm exercise performed on an incline bench with a neutral grip. The inclined support changes the arm position while the hammer grip emphasizes the brachialis and brachioradialis.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Double Dumbbell Preacher Curl

    The Double Dumbbell Preacher Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. It is performed using a preacher bench and two dumbbells, allowing for controlled movement and effective muscle engagement. This exercise emphasizes the peak contraction of the biceps and helps in developing the lower part of the muscle.
    BicepsIntermediate
  • Standing Leg Curl

    The Standing Leg Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the hamstrings. It is performed using a leg curl machine where the user stands upright, engaging the hamstrings through knee flexion. This exercise helps in strengthening the posterior chain and improving knee stability.
    LegsBeginner
  • Nordic Hamstring Curl

    Nordic Hamstring Curl is an advanced kneeling hamstring-strength exercise with the ankles anchored. It strongly emphasizes eccentric control of the hamstrings and posterior-chain strength.
    LegsIntermediate
  • Seated Leg Curl

    The Seated Leg Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the hamstring muscles located at the back of the thigh. It is performed using a leg curl machine where the user sits with their legs extended and curls them back towards the body against resistance. This exercise helps in strengthening and toning the hamstrings, improving knee stability and overall leg strength.
    LegsBeginner
  • EZ-Bar Preacher Curl

    The EZ Bar Preacher Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. It involves using an EZ curl bar and a preacher bench to focus on the biceps, minimizing the involvement of other muscles. The angled pad of the preacher bench supports the arms, reducing momentum and emphasizing strict form.
    BicepsIntermediate