Movement module

Arnold Press

Main TargetShoulders
Also TargetsTriceps
EquipmentDumbbells
DifficultyIntermediate

Instructions: Rotate the palms as you press dumbbells overhead.

Coaching Cues: Stay controlled and avoid swinging the weights.

Common Mistakes: Twisting too fast, flaring ribs, shortening range.

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Band External Rotation

Main TargetRotator Cuff
Also TargetsRear Delts
EquipmentResistance Band
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Rotate the forearm outward while keeping elbow tucked.

Coaching Cues: Use light tension and keep shoulder centered.

Common Mistakes: Torso twisting, elbow drifting, excessive load.

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Barbell Overhead Press

Main TargetShoulders
Also TargetsTriceps, Upper Chest
EquipmentBarbell
DifficultyIntermediate

Instructions: Press the bar overhead from the front rack to lockout.

Coaching Cues: Squeeze glutes and move the head through at the top.

Common Mistakes: Leaning back too much, soft lockout, poor bar path.

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Battle Rope Slams

Main TargetShoulders, Arms
Also TargetsCore
EquipmentBattle Ropes
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Create powerful rope waves or slams using the whole body.

Coaching Cues: Stay athletic and keep the core braced.

Common Mistakes: Standing too upright, tiny movement, arm-only effort.

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Cable Front Raise

Main TargetFront Delts
Also TargetsUpper Chest
EquipmentCable Machine
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Lift the handle forward to shoulder height with control.

Coaching Cues: Keep ribs down and avoid swinging.

Common Mistakes: Leaning back, momentum, short lowering.

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Cable Lateral Raise

Main TargetSide Delts
Also TargetsUpper Traps
EquipmentCable Machine
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Lift the cable handle out to the side with a slight bend in the elbow.

Coaching Cues: Stay smooth and keep constant tension on the delt.

Common Mistakes: Using momentum, shrugging, twisting the torso.

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Face Pull

Main TargetRear Delts, Upper Back
Also TargetsRotator Cuff
EquipmentCable Machine
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Pull the rope toward the face with elbows high.

Coaching Cues: Spread the rope and rotate thumbs behind you.

Common Mistakes: Using too much load, shrugging, low elbow path.

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Farmer Carry

Main TargetGrip, Traps
Also TargetsCore, Legs
EquipmentDumbbells
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Walk with heavy weights at your sides while staying tall.

Coaching Cues: Keep ribs stacked and shoulders packed.

Common Mistakes: Leaning side to side, short breath, sloppy turns.

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Lateral Raise

Main TargetSide Delts
Also TargetsUpper Traps
EquipmentDumbbells
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Raise the dumbbells out to the sides under control.

Coaching Cues: Lead with elbows and stop when shoulders are loaded.

Common Mistakes: Swinging, shrugging, turning thumbs too high.

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Machine Shoulder Press

Main TargetShoulders
Also TargetsTriceps
EquipmentMachine
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Press the machine handles overhead with control.

Coaching Cues: Keep shoulders down and maintain wrist alignment.

Common Mistakes: Bouncing, half reps, flaring ribs.

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Rear Delt Fly

Main TargetRear Delts
Also TargetsUpper Back
EquipmentDumbbells
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Open the arms outward from a hinged stance.

Coaching Cues: Reach wide and keep the neck relaxed.

Common Mistakes: Shrugging, standing too upright, swinging weight.

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Reverse Pec Deck

Main TargetRear Delts
Also TargetsUpper Back
EquipmentMachine
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Open the machine arms outward with control.

Coaching Cues: Lead with elbows and keep shoulders down.

Common Mistakes: Shrugging, tiny range, jerking the handles.

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Shoulder Press

Main TargetShoulders
Also TargetsTriceps
EquipmentDumbbells
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Press weights overhead while keeping ribs down and core braced.

Coaching Cues: Finish with biceps near ears and avoid leaning back.

Common Mistakes: Overextending the low back, bouncing, partial reps.

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Shrug

Main TargetUpper Traps
Also TargetsGrip
EquipmentDumbbells
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Elevate the shoulders straight up and lower with control.

Coaching Cues: Keep arms long and pause at the top.

Common Mistakes: Rolling shoulders, bouncing, using too much body English.

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Upright Row

Main TargetSide Delts, Upper Traps
Also TargetsBiceps
EquipmentBarbell
DifficultyIntermediate

Instructions: Pull the bar vertically close to the body.

Coaching Cues: Use moderate load and stop where the shoulder feels strong.

Common Mistakes: Yanking high, excessive internal rotation, cheating reps.

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Y-Raise

Main TargetLower Traps, Shoulders
Also TargetsRotator Cuff
EquipmentDumbbells
DifficultyBeginner

Instructions: Raise arms in a Y pattern from an incline or prone position.

Coaching Cues: Use light weight and focus on smooth scapular motion.

Common Mistakes: Too much load, shrugging, bending elbows excessively.

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