Exercise Programming

Exercise programming articles to give personal trainers ideas and inspiration for training their clients.

How To Do Lying Leg Curls

Emphasis This movement is very effective in isolating the muscles in the back of your upper leg (hamstrings). Starting Position Lie face-down on the bench with your knees just off the edge of the...

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How To Do Seated Leg Curls

Emphasis This movement is very effective in isolating the muscles in the back of your upper leg (hamstrings). Starting Position Sit on the seat with your back against the back pad. Place your legs...

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How To Do Leg Extensions

Emphasis This movement is very effective in isolating the muscles in the front of your upper leg (quadriceps). Starting Position Sit on the seat with your back against the seat. Place the back of...

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How To Do Leg Presses

The leg press exercise is a favored one for beginning lifters, given the ease of moving a lot of weight with minimal risk. Still, there are tips and considerations to take into account for a safe...

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How To Do A Step-Up

The step-up exercise is personally one of my favorite exercises to prescribe for any runner looking to increase their force production through the ground with each stride. When performed with the...

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How to do Hack Squats

For lower body strengthening, squats are royalty. Adding in variations and equipment can help round out muscle development and repair defecits. The hack squat is one such variation Emphasis The...

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