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Category: Barbell

Rocking calf

The barbell rocking calf exercise is a variation of calf raises that targets the calf muscles (specifically the gastrocnemius and soleus). It involves using a barbell for added resistance while performing the calf raise movement. Possible Stretches to do prior to exercise: Warmups to do prior to exercise: How to […] Read more »

Incline curl

The barbell incline curl is a strength-training exercise that targets the biceps muscles. It is performed on an incline bench with a barbell, and it helps to develop strength and size in the biceps, particularly the long head of the muscle. The incline position places greater emphasis on the upper […] Read more »

Concentration curl

The barbell concentration curl is a strength-training exercise that primarily targets the biceps muscles. It is a variation of the traditional concentration curl but using a barbell instead of a dumbbell. This exercise helps to develop strength and size in the biceps, which are important for various pulling and lifting […] Read more »

Triceps extension

The barbell triceps extension, also known as the barbell skull crusher, is a strength-training exercise that targets the triceps muscles. It involves extending the arms while holding a barbell overhead and lowering the weight behind the head, then returning to the starting position. This exercise is effective for developing and […] Read more »

Reverse curl

The barbell reverse curl is a strength-training exercise that primarily targets the muscles of the forearms, specifically the brachioradialis. It involves gripping a barbell with an overhand grip and curling the weight upward while keeping your wrists in a pronated position. This exercise helps to develop forearm strength and size, […] Read more »

Pull over

The barbell pullover is a compound exercise that primarily targets the muscles of the upper body, including the chest, back, and triceps. It involves lying on a bench with a barbell held above your chest and lowering the weight behind your head while keeping your arms extended. This exercise is […] Read more »

Back wrist curl

The barbell back wrist curl is an exercise that primarily targets the muscles of the forearms, specifically the wrist flexors. It helps to strengthen and develop the muscles responsible for wrist flexion, which is important for gripping and lifting movements. This exercise involves holding a barbell with an overhand grip […] Read more »

Wrist rotation

The barbell wrist rotation exercise targets the muscles of the forearms, specifically the wrist flexors and extensors. It helps to improve wrist mobility, flexibility, and strength. This exercise involves holding a barbell with both hands and rotating it in a controlled manner to work the muscles of the forearms. Possible […] Read more »

Clean & jerk

The barbell clean & jerk is a dynamic weightlifting exercise that combines two distinct movements: the clean and the jerk. It involves lifting the barbell from the floor to the shoulders (clean) and then from the shoulders to an overhead position (jerk). The clean & jerk targets multiple muscle groups, […] Read more »

Split snatch

The barbell split snatch is an advanced weightlifting exercise that combines elements of the snatch and the split jerk. It involves lifting the barbell from the floor to an overhead position while performing a split stance. The split snatch primarily targets the lower body, including the legs, hips, and glutes, […] Read more »