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Atlas Stones are a strongman event in which a heavy round stone is lifted from the floor and loaded onto a platform. The movement usually includes an initial pull, a lap onto...
Read exercise guideThe Axle Deadlift is performed with a thicker bar than a standard barbell. The larger diameter makes the grip more demanding while the legs, hips, and back work together to li...
Read exercise guideBand Back Flyes are a standing exercise for the rear shoulders and upper back. The arms begin extended in front of the body and move outward until they reach the sides. Band r...
Read exercise guideThe Backward Drag is a sled exercise performed by walking backward while holding ropes or straps. The quadriceps work continuously to extend the knees and move the sled, while...
Read exercise guideThe Backward Medicine Ball Throw is an explosive exercise in which the ball travels overhead and behind the body. The movement begins from a squat or hip-loaded position and f...
Read exercise guideThe Balance Board is a stability exercise performed by standing on an unstable platform and trying to keep it controlled. The calves work around the ankle while the quadriceps...
Read exercise guideThe Ball Leg Curl is a bodyweight hamstring exercise performed with the heels or ankles on an exercise ball. You raise the hips, bend the knees to roll the ball toward you, an...
Read exercise guideThe Band Assisted Pull-Up uses an anchored resistance band to offset part of your body weight. The lats perform most of the pulling work, while the middle back, forearms, and...
Read exercise guideThe Band Good Morning is a hip-hinge exercise performed by standing on a looped resistance band with the opposite side positioned behind the upper back or neck area. As you st...
Read exercise guideThe Band Good Morning Pull Through is a hip-hinge exercise performed with a resistance band anchored behind the body. The band pulls backward as you hinge and provides resista...
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