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Strength Dumbbell

One-Arm Side Laterals

The One-Arm Side Lateral is a supported dumbbell raise performed while leaning slightly toward the working side. The shoulder lifts the arm while the free hand provides balanc...

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Strength Cable

One-Legged Cable Kickback

The One-Legged Cable Kickback trains hip extension with an ankle cuff attached to a low pulley. The glute provides the main effort while the hamstrings assist and the standing...

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Strength Kettlebells

Open Palm Kettlebell Clean

The Open Palm Kettlebell Clean is an advanced release-and-catch drill. The bell is accelerated upward, released, caught by its body in both palms, released forward, and then r...

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Strength Other

Otis-Up

The Otis-Up combines a weighted sit-up with a press performed as the torso rises. The abdominals and hip flexors lift the torso while the chest, shoulders, and triceps move th...

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Strength Cable

Overhead Cable Curl

The Overhead Cable Curl is a bilateral biceps exercise performed between two high pulleys. The upper arms remain near shoulder height while the elbows bend to bring the handle...

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Stretching Other

Overhead Lat

The Overhead Lat is a partner-assisted contract-relax stretch. The working arm is positioned overhead with the elbow bent, creating tension through the lat and triceps region.

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Plyometrics Medicine Ball

Overhead Slam

The Overhead Slam is an explosive medicine-ball exercise that moves the ball from above the head into the floor. The lats contribute to the downward pull, while the abdominals...

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Olympic Weightlifting Barbell

Overhead Squat

The Overhead Squat combines a squat with a wide-grip overhead barbell hold. The quadriceps, glutes, and hamstrings move the lower body while the shoulders, triceps, upper back...

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Stretching

Overhead Stretch

The Overhead Stretch reaches both arms toward the ceiling while the torso remains controlled. The position may be felt through the lats, chest, triceps, forearms, and front of...

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Stretching Body Only

Overhead Triceps

The Overhead Triceps stretch uses a bent-elbow overhead position and partner resistance. The triceps are the main target, with the lat and surrounding shoulder tissues also af...

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