Deadlift
Load your barbell with weights that you will be able to comfortably lift. With your feet flat on the floor, bend at the knees and grab the bar with hands shoulder-width apart. You have two grip choices: a double overhand grip or a reverse grip, where one hand grips the bar overhand and the other […]
Lunge
1. Stand tall with feet hip-width apart. Engage and tighten your core.2. Take a big step forward with right leg. Start to shift your weight forward so heel hits the floor first.3. Lower your body until right thigh is parallel to the floor and right shin is vertical. It’s OK if knee shifts forward a […]
Leg Press
Using a leg press machine (which you should be able to find in most gyms), adjust the seat to ensure you are sat comfortably. Place your feet firmly on the platform infront of you. Bring the foot platform off it’s safety lock (check where this is before you perform the exercise). Bend your legs and […]
Squat
Stand with your feet shoulder width apart, and your back straight. Hold your arms out straight in front of you. Bend your knees and bring your bum as low to floor. Tighten your core to maintain good form and keep your back as straight as possible. Hold at the bottom for 5 seconds before extending […]
Barbell Squat
Starting off with light weights, grab a barbell and stand with your feet shoulder width apart, and your back straight. Bend your knees and bring your bum as low to floor. Tighten your core to maintain good form. Keep your back straight, and do not let the barbell’s weight make you lean forward or back […]