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Biceps are possibly the easiest muscle to build and they are rarely concealed under a layer of subcutaneous fat either. Big biceps can be both functional and aesthetic. So, how is it done? What is the best way to beef…
Bicep Curls
Weight training exercises
Here you will find information on groups of exercises that can be done together to target specific body parts as well as individual weight lifting exercises. Some of the articles include workouts too.
For workout plans see our section on weight training workouts. We also have a selection of a articles providing training advice.
Thigh Toning Exercises
Do these exercises combined with a diet to help get slim and toned thighs.
Dumbbell Exercises and Workout
For many people lifting a pair of dumbbells forms their first weight lifting experience. Dumbbells are very simple and yet extremely effective. You can perform just about any weight lifting exercise with a dumbbell, or a pair of dumbbells and…
The Best Strength Training Exercises For Women
Strength training is a vital part of any fitness or weight loss plan. A good weight training plan can help to tighten and tone the body, and you can even target those areas that are prone to suffer a little looser, wobbly fat.
The Squat – Build Strength, Endurance and Power
The squat is possibly the most important exercise for building strength, power and muscle. Whether you perform bodyweight squats to develop improved endurance, jumping squats for more power, or weighted barbell squats for strength, they all provide you with a…
The Deadlift – The Essential Weight Lifting Exercise
The deadlift is another of the core weight training exercises. It targets the muscles that support the spine (erector spinae) and also works the glutes and quads. As a very heavy weight is often lifted it also helps to improve grip strength…
How to Bench Press – Chest Exercises
The bench press is the most important chest exercise. If you want to build bigger and stronger pecs then you need to learn how to bench press properly. Here we provide instruction on barbell and dumbbell bench press techniques plus a video tutorial on correct form.
How To Build Strong Legs – 4 Strength Exercises
It is very easy to forget to work your lower body in the gym, but skinny legs on a well toned upper body can look pretty silly
Forearm Strength Training Tips – Wrist Curls and Wrist Rolling
The forearm is an often neglected upper-body muscle, but it is responsible for a vice-like grip, crucial in both confident corporate handshakes and grappling and clawing in martial arts, or when you are required to open a jar.
Triceps Training – the Key to Bigger Arms
To work the triceps efficiently, you need to work the long, medial and lateral heads of the muscle. The triceps involve small muscles, so high repetitions can lead to over training. Limit a workout to 8-12 sets, split between three or four different exercises.
Back Building Exercises
The back is so often neglected. People focus on building biceps, chest and abs, but forget that the back is key to many exercises that help to grow the other target areas. A strong back is essential also to develop…
Clean and Jerk – Olympic Weightlifting Exercise
There are two main Olympic weightlifting exercises; the Clean and Jerk and the Snatch. For most people they will find the clean and jerk the easiest to learn out of the two. Here we describe how to perform the clean…
How to Shoulder Shrug to Build Huge Shoulders
The shoulder shrug is an exercise in weight training. To execute the exercise, the lifter stands erect, hands about shoulder width apart, and raises the shoulders as high as possible, and then lowers them, while not bending the elbows, or…