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Exercise Index – Brachialis / Brachioradialis Curl

The brachialis and brachioradialis muscles are often overlooked in traditional bicep workouts, but targeting these muscles can lead to improved arm strength and definition. One exercise that effectively targets both the brachialis and brachioradialis muscles is the brachialis curl. This exercise involves holding a dumbbell with a neutral grip and curling the weight up towards your shoulder, keeping your elbows close to your body. To target the brachioradialis muscle, you can perform the reverse curl, which involves gripping the barbell

Build Bigger Forearms: Best Brachioradialis Exercises

The brachioradialis muscle is a key muscle in the forearm that plays an important role in wrist and elbow movement. Building this muscle can improve grip strength, enhance forearm size and definition, and reduce the risk of injury. One of the best exercises for targeting the brachioradialis is the hammer curl, which involves holding a pair of dumbbells at your sides with a neutral grip and curling the weights up towards your shoulders. Another effective exercise is the reverse curl,

How To Grow Wider/Thicker Biceps | Brachialis Exercises

If you’re looking to grow wider and thicker biceps, incorporating exercises that target the brachialis muscle can be a game changer. One effective exercise is the reverse grip barbell curl, which involves gripping the barbell with your palms facing down and curling the weight up towards your shoulders. This exercise places a greater emphasis on the brachialis muscle, which can help create a wider and more defined upper arm. Another effective exercise is the hammer curl, which involves holding a

Brachioradialis Stretches

The brachioradialis muscle is an important muscle in the forearm that is responsible for flexing the elbow joint. Tightness or discomfort in this muscle can occur due to repetitive activities or overuse, making it important to incorporate brachioradialis stretches into your routine. One effective stretch for the muscle involves extending your arm in front of you with your palm facing down and gently pulling your hand towards your body with your other hand. Another stretch involves placing your forearm on

The Best Exercise for Brachialis : Shaping Up

When it comes to shaping up the brachialis muscle, there are a few exercises that stand out above the rest. One of the best exercises for targeting this muscle is the hammer curl. The hammer curl is a simple exercise that involves holding a pair of dumbbells at your sides with a neutral grip (palms facing each other) and curling the weights up towards your shoulders. By keeping your palms facing each other throughout the movement, you place a greater

Train the Brachialis

The brachialis muscle is a key muscle located in the upper arm, underneath the biceps. It is responsible for flexing the elbow joint and contributes to the overall strength of the arm. Training this muscle is important not only for aesthetic purposes but also for improving functional strength. Exercises such as hammer curls, reverse curls, and chin-ups are great ways to target the brachialis muscle. It’s important to note that while the biceps muscle also plays a role in elbow

Top five exercises for the Gluteus Maximus

The gluteus maximus is the larger muscle located around the hip and buttock area which effectively allows you to rotate. Exercises in this video include things a simple as the lifting and dropping of the pelvis which builds up the gluteus maximus muscle. Stepping exercises place pressure on the knee through to the gluteus maximus. Increasing the step height, onto a box or some other surface, places further pressure on the hip muscle thereby building it up. As with many

Stretching your gastrocnemius, larger calf muscle

The gastrocnemius is perhaps best known as the larger calf muscle which creates the diamond shape bulge in your legs. The type of exercise in the video revolves around the extension of your knee with your toes pointed in various directions, stretching your calf muscle while at the same time strengthening it. Many people have naturally large calf muscles while others perhaps need to work a little more at adding definition. However, the gastrocnemius is very important muscle in nearly

Hand, Wrist & Forearm Strengthening Exercises

In reality, the vast majority of exercises carried out in the gym will to a certain extent improve and strengthen your finger flexors and other elements of your hand, wrist and forearm. In this YouTube video we have taken a slightly different approach, with an orthopaedic surgeon giving you medical based advice. It is important to balance the size and strength of your upper arms with your forearms to give an overall balance to your body. This video takes in

Grip Strength Exercises for Wrists & Forearms

It is fair to say that when we work muscles it does not normally include a particular focus on fingers/digits. However, finger flexors are an integral part of your grip with the muscle for your flexors actually located in the forearm. When you grip and let go you can see your forearm changing shape, muscles flexing and therefore it is important to carry out regular grip and wrist/forearm exercises. This video takes in a whole range of different exercises you