How to and Exercise Guide: Pendulum Squat
Learn how to do the pendulum squat and why it’s an excellent alternative to the barbell squat.
Many tout barbell squats as the “king of...
Dumbbell Squat – Exercise Guide
Dumbbell Squat (Quads) - Exercise Guide
Muscles worked: Quads
Equipment needed: Dumbbells
Instructions
1. Stand with an upright torso with a dumbbell in each hand extended at arm's length. Grab...
Leg Extensions – Exercise Guide
Leg Extensions (Quads) - Exercise Guide
Muscles worked: Quads
Equipment needed: Leg Extension Machine
Instructions
1. Select an appropriate weight and sit on the leg extension machine by placing...
Dumbbell Step Ups – Exercise Guide
Dumbbell Step Ups (Quads) - Exercise Guide
Muscles worked: Quads
Equipment needed: Dumbbells, Elevated Platform
Instructions
1. Stand beside a flat bench (or an elevated platform) with an upright torso...
Front Barbell Squat – Exercise Guide
Front Barbell Squat (Quads) - Exercise Guide
Muscles worked: Quads
Equipment needed: Barbell
Instructions
1. Stand with an upright torso in front of a barbell racked in a...
Rocket Jumps Exercise Guide — How to, Benefits, & Alternatives
Rocket jumps will improve your lower body strength and conditioning.
Athletes should look beyond the conventional gym routine of heavy lifting for muscle development. Embracing...
45 Deg Leg Press Exercise Guide — How to, Muscles Worked,...
The 45 deg leg press allows you to push heavier loads than the machine leg press.
Many athletes approach leg day with trepidation due to...