Free exercise videos

Below are links to the free exercise videos on whyiexercise.com. The videos are organized by region of the body, and also by type of equipment used. Play the sample videos on this page, or click the titles to see more videos in that category.


Core exercises


Lower back exercises


Upper body exercises


Leg exercises


Band exercises


Body weight exercises


Stability ball exercises



Most of the videos are about 1 minute long. Each video includes instructions at key transition points to help you perform the exercises correctly. Many of the exercises have multiple levels of difficulty, so you can adjust as desired to make them easier or more difficult.

There are also a number of articles which group the exercises into 15 minute workouts, including detailed illustrations and more specific instructions. See the pages below for more information.




Back strengthening exercises
Exercise routine for the deep muscle layers that support the spine, including all 4 abdominal muscle groups. This is a great introduction to developing a strong, balanced midsection.

Knee strengthening exercises
Target the thigh, hip, gluteus, and calf muscles that work together to support and control the knee joint. Improve your balance and muscle tone.

Pilates sample exercises
A more intense version of the above back strengthening exercises. The videos on this page help you develop greater control over your body movements.

Easy at home exercises
A full body strengthening routine designed for beginners and for people who are getting back in shape after a layoff from exercise. No equipment is needed for this routine.

Stability ball exercises
A challenging upper body and core strengthening routine. Build strength and develop balance in your torso and shoulder girdle.




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Hi! I'm Rob Cowell, PT, the author of whyiexercise.com. I enjoy sharing from my experiences in physical therapy, fitness & athletics. Thanks for visiting!




I have been in PT for years for back, neck and knee problems....I'm doing better than ever and have started weights again thanks to you.

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Back strengthening exercises
Illustrations and 7 videos. Core exercises included.



Metabolic Equivalent
Compare the calories burned for any type of physical activity.



Cooper Test
Compare your physical performance to your peers.



Back stretching exercises
Illustrated routine to relieve stress and tension in the spine.



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