The Best Barbell Exercises
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Cable Machine with Rope Attachment
A compound movement targeting the lats, chest, and triceps. It flows from a pullover stretch into a powerful triceps press.
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Emphasizes the glutes and hamstrings. Stepping backward reduces pressure on the knee joint while building unilateral lower-body strength.
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Targets the brachialis and brachioradialis. The overhand grip builds grip strength and increases the volume of the outer arm.
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Isolates the brachialis and forearms on a preacher bench. The stable pad eliminates cheating, making this a superior forearm builder.
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A powerful back exercise where each rep starts from the floor. It builds explosive pulling strength in the lats, rhomboids, and mid-back.
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Total bicep isolation. The preacher bench locks the shoulders and elbows in place, forcing the biceps to handle the entire load without momentum.
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Also known as Spider Curls. Lying chest-down on an incline bench isolates the biceps and increases tension at the peak contraction.
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Targets the lats and serratus anterior. It provides a unique stretch and builds thickness in the upper back and chest wall.
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Targets the forearm flexors for mass and grip strength. The bench stabilization prevents cheating and ensures maximum tension on the flexors.
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The ultimate test of mobility and stability. It requires exceptional hip, ankle, and thoracic flexibility to squat with a bar overhead.
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Isolates the forearm extensors. It is essential for building a balanced forearm and improving grip stability for pulling exercises.
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An advanced unilateral movement targeting the quads and balance. It corrects imbalances and builds functional knee and hip stability.
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