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Single-Leg High Box Squat
Beginner

Single-Leg High Box Squat

Position a box in a rack. Secure a band or rope in place above the box.

Quadriceps
Glutes
+1
Other
Single-Leg Hop Progression
Beginner

Single-Leg Hop Progression

Arrange a line of cones in front of you. Assume a relaxed standing position, balanced on one leg. Raise the knee of your opposite leg. This will be your starting position.

Quadriceps
Abductors
+3
Other
Advanced

Single-Leg Hops

A unilateral plyometric drill: continuous hops on one leg in place, training reactive strength and elastic-energy return for each foot strike. Distinct from a single-leg hop progression series (which has multiple variations) — this is repeated single-leg vertical hops with minimal ground-contact time.

Bodyweight
Single-Leg Lateral Hop
Beginner

Single-Leg Lateral Hop

Stand to the side of a cone or hurdle. To get into the start position, stand on one leg with your knee slightly bent.

Quadriceps
Abductors
+3
Other
Single-Leg Leg Extension
Beginner

Single-Leg Leg Extension

Seat yourself in the machine and adjust it so that you are positioned properly. The pad should be against the lower part of the shin but not in contact with the ankle. Adjust the seat so that the pivot point is in line with your knee. Select a weight appropriate for your abilities.

Quadriceps
Machine
Single Leg Push-off
Beginner

Single Leg Push-off

Stand on the ground with one foot resting on the box, heel close to the edge.

Quadriceps
Calves
+1
Bodyweight
Intermediate

Single-Leg Romanian Deadlift

A unilateral hip-hinge exercise that develops single-leg posterior chain strength, balance, and proprioception. Stronger transfer to running, jumping, and rotational sports than bilateral RDL.

Bodyweight
Intermediate

Single-Leg Squat to Box

A unilateral squat where you lower onto a box or bench for depth control. Builds single-leg strength, knee tracking, and balance — a foundational stability drill for runners and any sport built on alternating-leg gait.

Bodyweight
Single-Leg Stride Jump
Beginner

Single-Leg Stride Jump

Stand to the side of a box with your inside foot on top of it, close to the edge.

Quadriceps
Abductors
+3
Other
Sit Squats
Beginner

Sit Squats

Stand with your feet shoulder width apart. This will be your starting position.

Quadriceps
Abductors
+2
Bodyweight
Sit-Up
Beginner

Sit-Up

Lie down on the floor placing your feet either under something that will not move or by having a partner hold them. Your legs should be bent at the knees.

Core
Bodyweight
Skating
Intermediate

Skating

Roller skating is a fun activity which can be effective in improving cardiorespiratory fitness and muscular endurance. It requires relatively good balance and coordination. It is necessary to learn the basics of skating including turning and stopping and to wear protective gear to avoid possible injury.

Quadriceps
Abductors
+4
Other
Sled Drag - Harness
Beginner

Sled Drag - Harness

To begin, load the sled with the desired weight and attach the pulling strap. You can pull with handles, use a harness, or attach the pulling strap to a weight belt.

Quadriceps
Calves
+2
Other
Sledgehammer Swings
Beginner

Sledgehammer Swings

You will need a tire and a sledgehammer for this exercise. Stand in front of the tire about two feet away from it with a staggered stance. Grip the sledgehammer.

Core
Calves
+4
Other
Sled Overhead Backward Walk
Beginner

Sled Overhead Backward Walk

Attach dual handles to a sled connected by a rope or chain. Load the sled to a light weight.

Shoulders
Calves
+2
Other
Sled Overhead Triceps Extension
Beginner

Sled Overhead Triceps Extension

Attach dual handles to a sled using a chain or rope. Load the sled to an appropriate load.

Triceps
Other
Sled Push
Beginner

Sled Push

Load your pushing sled with the desired weight.

Quadriceps
Calves
+4
Sled
Sled Reverse Flye
Beginner

Sled Reverse Flye

Attach dual handles to a sled connected by a rope or chain. Load the sled to a light weight.

Shoulders
Other
Sled Row
Beginner

Sled Row

Attach dual handles to a sled connected by a rope or chain. Load the sled to an appropriate weight. Face the sled, backing up until there is some tension in the line.

Middle Back
Biceps
+1
Other
Smith Incline Shoulder Raise
Beginner

Smith Incline Shoulder Raise

Place an incline bench underneath the smith machine. Place the barbell at a height that you can reach when lying down and your arms are almost fully extended. Once the weight you need is selected, lie down on the incline bench and make sure your shoulders are aligned right under the barbell.

Shoulders
Chest
Barbell
Smith Machine Behind the Back Shrug
Beginner

Smith Machine Behind the Back Shrug

With the bar at thigh level, load an appropriate weight.

Traps
Shoulders
Machine
Smith Machine Bench Press
Beginner

Smith Machine Bench Press

Place a flat bench underneath the smith machine. Now place the barbell at a height that you can reach when lying down and your arms are almost fully extended. Once the weight you need is selected, lie down on the flat bench. Using a pronated grip that is wider than shoulder width, unlock the bar from the rack and hold it straight over you with your arms locked. This will be your starting position.

Chest
Shoulders
+1
Machine
Smith Machine Bent Over Row
Beginner

Smith Machine Bent Over Row

Set the barbell attached to the smith machine to a height that is about 2 inches below your knees.

Middle Back
Biceps
+2
Machine
Smith Machine Calf Raise
Beginner

Smith Machine Calf Raise

Place a block or weight plate below the bar on the Smith machine. Set the bar to a position that best matches your height. Once the correct height is chosen and the bar is loaded, step onto the plates with the balls of your feet and place the bar on the back of your shoulders.

Calves
Machine
Smith Machine Close-Grip Bench Press
Beginner

Smith Machine Close-Grip Bench Press

Place a flat bench underneath the smith machine. Place the barbell at a height that you can reach when lying down and your arms are almost fully extended. Once the weight you need is selected, lie down on the flat bench. Using a close and pronated grip (palms facing forward) that is around shoulder width, unlock the bar from the rack and hold it straight over you with your arms locked. This will be your starting position.

Triceps
Chest
+1
Machine
Smith Machine Decline Press
Beginner

Smith Machine Decline Press

Position a decline bench in the rack so that the bar will be above your chest. Load an appropriate weight and take your place on the bench.

Chest
Shoulders
+1
Machine
Smith Machine Hang Power Clean
Intermediate

Smith Machine Hang Power Clean

Position the bar at knee height and load it to an appropriate weight.

Hamstrings
Glutes
+4
Machine
Smith Machine Hip Raise
Beginner

Smith Machine Hip Raise

Position a bench in the rack and load the bar to an appropriate weight. Lie down on the bench, placing the bottom of your feet against the bar. Unlock the bar and extend your legs. You may need to use your hands to assist you. For added stability grasp the sides of the Smith Machine. This will be your starting position.

Core
Machine
Smith Machine Incline Bench Press
Beginner

Smith Machine Incline Bench Press

Place an incline bench underneath the smith machine. Place the barbell at a height that you can reach when lying down and your arms are almost fully extended. Once the weight you need is selected, lie down on the incline bench and make sure your upper chest is aligned with the barbell. Using a pronated grip (palms facing forward) that is wider than shoulder width, unlock the bar from the rack and hold it straight over you with your arms locked. This will be your starting position.

Chest
Shoulders
+1
Machine
Smith Machine Leg Press
Intermediate

Smith Machine Leg Press

Position a Smith machine bar a couple feet off of the ground. Ensure that it is resting on the safeties. After loading the bar to an appropriate weight, lie underneath the bar. Place the middle of your feet on the bar, tucking your knees to your chest. This will be your starting position.

Quadriceps
Calves
+2
Machine