Pictures and Descriptions of Exercises


Weight Training Exercises


A woman demonstrating how to do toe raises correctly.
TOE RAISE
Muscles Developed: Gastrocnemius, Soleus
Instructions: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and toes pointed straight ahead. (a) Rest the bar on the back of your shoulders, holding it there with hands facing forward. (b) Press down with your toes while lifting your heels. Return to the starting position.

A woman demonstrating a curl-up also known as the crunch.
CURL-UP OR CRUNCH
Muscles Developed: Rectus Abdominis, Obliques
Instructions: (a) Lie on your back on the floor with your arms folded across your chest and your feet on the floor or on a bench. (b) Curl your truck up and forward by raising your head and shoulders from the ground. Lower to the starting position.

Source: Fahey, T. D., et. al. (1999). Fit and Well Core Concepts and Labs in Physical Fitness and Wellness. (3rd ed.). California: Mayfield.

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