Flexion exercises
106 exercises, 5 pages
Filters in the catalogueBiceps · Intermediate
TRX Biceps Curl
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.
Abs · Intermediate
Hanging Knees to Elbows (Midpoint Pause)
A hanging core exercise that raises the knees toward the elbows in two stages. A brief pause around the midpoint distinguishes this version from the continuous variation, while the trunk rounds during the final lift.
Forearms · Beginner
Dumbbell Standing Wrist Curl
An isolation exercise for the forearm flexors performed while standing with dumbbells. It develops wrist-flexion strength and muscular endurance in the forearms.
Biceps · Intermediate
Cable Squatting Curl
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.
Biceps · Intermediate
Dumbbell Incline Hammer Curl
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.
Biceps · Intermediate
Double Dumbbell Preacher Curl
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.
Legs · Beginner
Standing Leg Curl
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.
Legs · Intermediate
Nordic Hamstring Curl
An advanced kneeling hamstring-strength exercise with the ankles anchored.
Legs · Beginner
Seated Leg Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the hamstring muscles located at the back of the thigh.
Biceps · Intermediate
EZ-Bar Preacher Curl
The EZ Bar Preacher Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii.
Shoulders · Beginner
Lateral to Front Raise
A compound shoulder exercise that targets the deltoid muscles, specifically the anterior and lateral heads. This movement involves lifting dumbbells from the sides of your body to the front, engaging both shoulder abduction and flexion.
Chest · Intermediate
Low Incline Dumbbell Fly
A chest exercise on an inclined bench with a low-to-high, inward arm path. Two dumbbells provide resistance as the upper chest and front shoulders move the arms from beside the hips toward the front of the chest.
Forearms · Beginner
Barbell Standing Wrist Curl
A standing isolation exercise that targets the wrist flexors and forearms with a barbell. It develops wrist-flexion strength without the support of a bench.
Shoulders · Intermediate
Cable Upright Row
A standing shoulder and upper-back exercise using a narrow overhand grip on a short bar attached to a low pulley. The upward pull combines shoulder abduction and scapular elevation with elbow flexion.
Biceps · Beginner
One-Arm Machine Preacher Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. This exercise is performed using a preacher curl machine, allowing for controlled movement and focused contraction of the biceps. It helps in building muscle mass and improving the peak of the bicep.
Biceps · Intermediate
Dumbbell Supinated Preacher Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii, specifically emphasizing the short head. It involves curling a dumbbell with a supinated grip (palms facing up) while seated at a preacher bench, which stabilizes the upper arm and minimizes the involvement of other muscle groups.
Biceps · Intermediate
Single Dumbbell Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. It involves curling a single dumbbell with one hand, emphasizing unilateral strength and muscle balance. This exercise helps in developing the peak of the bicep and improving arm symmetry.
Biceps · Intermediate
Spider Hammer Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles in the arms. It involves curling dumbbells with a neutral grip while leaning forward, typically performed on an incline bench. This exercise enhances arm thickness and forearm strength.
Shoulders · Beginner
One-Arm Cable Front Raise (Neutral Grip)
A unilateral shoulder exercise using a low cable and a neutral, thumb-up grip. It targets the anterior deltoid, with one arm working against cable resistance at a time.
Biceps · Intermediate
Seated Dumbbell Curl
An isolation exercise targeting the biceps brachii. It involves curling a dumbbell in each hand while seated, minimizing the use of momentum and focusing on the contraction of the biceps.
Biceps · Intermediate
Dumbbell Spider Curl
An incline-bench biceps isolation exercise performed with the chest supported. The setup reduces body momentum and keeps the emphasis on elbow flexion and biceps contraction.
Forearms · Beginner
One-Arm Wrist Curl Dumbbell
The Dumbbell One Arm Wrist Curl is an isolation exercise targeting the forearm muscles, specifically the wrist flexors. It helps in developing grip strength and forearm size. This exercise is performed with a single dumbbell, allowing for focused contraction and control of the wrist flexor muscles.
Shoulders · Beginner
Cable Front Raise
An isolation shoulder exercise that uses a cable handle to target the anterior deltoids. Cable resistance provides consistent loading through the front-raising pattern.
