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Strength / Endurance Exercises

Listed below you will find illustrated and animated exercises for strength training and tips for improved endurance. We recommend that you take the time to read our overviews to acquaint yourself with the proper form, techniques and guidelines for each training goal.

Often, flexibility and balance exercises go hand in hand with strength and endurance training. See our Flexibility and Balance Exercises to round out your fitness regimen.

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Arm Raise

Arm raises strengthen the shoulder muscles.

A Running Workout

A running program doesn't have to be difficult. It's simply a matter of doing the right things at the right time. Here's how...

Biceps Curl

The biceps curl strengthens upper-arm muscles.

Chair Stand Exercise

Strengthens muscles in abdomen and thighs.

Crunches

Develop strong abdominal muscles and strengthen the back in the process.

Dip Exercise

An alternative exercise for the back of the upper arm - the tricep.

Get Into the Swim of Things

Also known as aquatics, water exercise is one of the best non-impact fitness activities around for improving flexibility, endurance and strength and just about anybody can participate. Pregnant women, the elderly or overweight, individuals with arthritis or those recovering from an injury can all benefit.

Hip Extension

Strengthens buttock and lower-back muscles.

Hip Flexion

Strengthens thigh and hip muscles.

Intervals for Strength and Endurance

Lack of time is the number one reason people give for not exercising. And lack of results once they do start exercising isn't far behind. Interval training is a great solution for both of these common problems.

Intervals for Weight Loss

Including "intervals" in your exercise routine can help you maximize your weight loss and fitness results.

Knee Extension

Knee extensions strengthen muscles in front of thigh and shin.

Knee Flexion

Strengthens the back of the upper leg or "hamstrings." (Animated)

Low Back Exercise Guide

This guide can help you better understand your exercise and activity program, supervised by your therapist and orthopedic surgeon.

Plantar Flexion

A great exercise for the calf and ankle.

Push Ups

Push ups strengthen the chest, shoulders, and arms.

Shoulder Flexion

Shoulder flexion strengthens shoulder muscles.

Shoulder Press

Strengthens and shapes the tops and sides of the shoulders (deltoids).

Side Leg Raise

Strengthens the side muscles of the thigh and increases mobility.

Squats

Strengthens the thigh (quadriceps) and buttocks.

Standing Back Extension

Works the lower back, glutes, and backs of the thighs.

Step-Bench Training

Builds cardiovascular endurance and leg strength.

Triceps Extension

This exercise strengthens muscles in back of the upper arm.

 



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