Pickup & Swing
May 5th, 2023 1:53 PM Mr. Q Categories: Dumbbell
The dumbbell pickup & swing (AKA: pick up & twist) is a compound exercise that targets the legs, core, and upper body. It involves picking up a dumbbell from the floor and twisting the torso while standing. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How […] Read more »
Crunches
May 5th, 2023 1:50 PM Mr. Q Categories: Dumbbell
Dumbbell crunches are a variation of traditional crunches that involve holding a dumbbell while performing the exercise. It primarily targets the rectus abdominis muscle, which is the muscle responsible for six-pack abs. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warm-up to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: […] Read more »
L Raise
May 5th, 2023 1:45 PM Mr. Q Categories: Dumbbell
The dumbbell L raise is an isolation exercise that targets the shoulders, specifically the lateral deltoid muscles. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: Choose a weight that allows you to perform 8-12 reps with proper form. Proper form: […] Read more »
Lunge
May 5th, 2023 1:41 PM Mr. Q Categories: Dumbbell
The dumbbell lunge is a lower body exercise that primarily targets the quads, glutes, and hamstrings. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: Choose a weight that allows you to perform the exercise with proper form for the desired […] Read more »
Hamstring Curl
May 5th, 2023 1:37 PM Mr. Q Categories: Dumbbell
Dumbbell hamstring curls target the hamstrings, the group of muscles located on the back of your thighs, and can be done using just a set of dumbbells. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: Select a weight that allows […] Read more »
Push Up Row
May 5th, 2023 1:32 PM Mr. Q Categories: Dumbbell
The dumbbell push-up row is a compound exercise that works for multiple muscle groups simultaneously. It involves a push-up followed by a rowing motion using dumbbells. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: Choose a weight that challenges you […] Read more »
Pull Over
May 5th, 2023 1:27 PM Mr. Q Categories: Dumbbell
The dumbbell pull-over is a compound exercise that targets the chest, back, and core muscles. It involves lying on a bench with a dumbbell held above the chest and lowering it behind the head and then bringing it back to the starting position. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warm-up […] Read more »
Tricep extension
May 5th, 2023 1:23 PM Mr. Q Categories: Dumbbell
The dumbbell tricep extension is a strength training exercise that targets the triceps muscles located at the back of the upper arm. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: Proper form: How to reduce the difficulty: How to increase […] Read more »
Antagonistic muscles (Agonist and Antagonist)
May 5th, 2023 12:07 PM Mr. Q Categories: Exercise
Antagonistic (an·tag·o·nis·tic) n – Antagonist and Agonist muscles often occur in pairs, called antagonistic pairs. As one muscle contracts, the other relaxes.The agonist is the muscle or muscle group that is primarily responsible for the movement, while the antagonist is the muscle or muscle group that opposes the movement and […] Read more »
Side Plank Raise
May 5th, 2023 7:39 AM Mr. Q Categories: Dumbbell
The dumbbell side plank raise is a variation of the traditional side plank exercise that adds an additional challenge to the oblique muscles of the core. Stretch to do prior to exercise: Warmup to do prior to exercise: How to select the proper weight: Choose a weight that is challenging […] Read more »