Training the oblique muscles will help shape and tone the waistline. The dumbbell side bend is an effective isolation exercise that targets the side abs, specifically the oblique muscles. The side bend effectively targets the internal and external obliques, strengthens lateral spinal flexion, improves spinal mobility, and develops a strong core. It helps to reduce the risk of … Read more
The brachioradialis is one of the muscles comprising the forearm’s posterior compartment. Training the brachioradialis is essential for building bigger forearms and doing powerful pulling movements like chin-ups and rows. Having bigger, stronger forearms can give you confidence and convey a sense of athleticism and strength. It’s quite simple: if you want your brachioradialis to grow and … Read more
The plate front raise is a must-try if you want to build your shoulder definition, improve daily functional strength, or just change up your routine. This is an isolation exercise, because it only involves one joint (the shoulder) to perform the movement. Unlike compound exercises, polyarticular exercises use several joints, such as the Arnold or … Read more
You can perform the triceps extension in several positions, such as standing, sitting, flat, or on an incline. You can also work one arm at a time or both arms together. However, seated triceps extensions are better because they use strict foam. This version is a safer alternative if you’ve ever felt the strain in … Read more
Weighted side bends are a great exercise for targeting your core, particularly the oblique muscles. You can add this move to your routine to tone and shape your waistline. Not only do weighted side bends help sculpt your obliques, but they also boost your back’s stability, which can help prevent injuries and protect your lower … Read more
The cable rear delt pull is a very effective and functional exercise for building muscle and strength in the rear deltoids. This movement also hits the traps, rhomboids and rotator cuff muscles, such as the infraspinatus. This helps build stability and strength in the shoulder blades and makes them more injury-resistant. It is usually performed … Read more
The Hindu push-up is a traditional Indian-style exercise practiced by wrestlers and Indian martial artists. For centuries, traditional Indian wrestlers have been performing Hindu push-ups to strengthen their upper bodies. Each repetition involves going from a downward dog position to a cobra pose and swooping by holding the head and body close to the ground. Bruce Lee also … Read more
Building a bigger, stronger back doesn’t always mean you need to hit the gym. Chiseled, V-shaped lats (latissimus dorsi) contribute to that coveted inverted triangle look, but you don’t need a fully-equipped gym to work this major back muscle group. While there are many lat exercises that can be done in a gym, there are … Read more
You don’t need special gym machines to get a strong and sculpted Lat. To get the same results, you only require a barbell, weighted plates, 15 minutes, and motivation. The barbell is one of the most versatile gym tools. When it comes to targeting your lats, it delivers both power and mass-building potential. Even better, … Read more