Dumbbell Bench Squat
Exercise details Target muscles: Quadriceps (Rectus Femoris, Vastus Lateralis, Vastus Medialis, Vastus Intermedius), Gluteus Maximus Synergists: Adductor Magnus, Soleus Dynamic stabilizers: Hamstrings, Gastrocnemius Important stabilizers (not highlighted): Erector Spinae, Upper and Middle Trapezius, Levator Scapulae, Rectus Abdominis, Obliques Mechanics: Compound Force: Push Starting position Stand in front of a box or bench holding a pair […]
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V-up
Exercise details Target muscle: Rectus Abdominis Synergists: Obliques, Iliopsoas, Tensor Fasciae Latae, Pectineus, Sartorius, Rectus Femoris, Adductor Longus, Adductor Brevis Mechanics: Compound Force: Pull Starting position Lie supine (on your back) on the floor with your legs straight and your arms held straight by the sides of your head. Execution Keeping your arms and legs […]
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Reverse crunch
Exercise details Target muscle: Rectus Abdominis Synergists: Obliques, Iliopsoas Mechanics: Isolation Force: Pull Starting position Lie supine (on your back) on the floor with your feet together. Place your hands alongside your body, with your palms flat on the floor. Lift your legs a little off the floor and bend your knees 90 degrees. To […]
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