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Barbell exercises, with a logger built in.

51 barbell exercises — each with instructions, the muscles worked, common mistakes, alternatives and a working set-logger right on the page. Use what you have, then record the lift.

51 exercises

Every barbell lift.

Barbell Bench PressChest
Intermediate · compound
Incline Barbell Bench PressChest
Intermediate · compound
Conventional DeadliftBack
Advanced · compound
Bent-Over Barbell RowBack
Intermediate · compound
Overhead PressShoulders
Intermediate · compound
Barbell CurlBiceps
Beginner
Barbell Back SquatQuads
Intermediate · compound
Romanian DeadliftHamstrings
Intermediate · compound
Barbell Hip ThrustGlutes
Intermediate · compound
Close-Grip Bench PressTriceps
Intermediate · compound
Sumo DeadliftGlutes
Advanced · compound
Trap Bar DeadliftGlutes
Intermediate · compound
T-Bar RowBack
Intermediate · compound
Seated Barbell PressShoulders
Intermediate · compound
Front SquatQuads
Advanced · compound
Forward LungeQuads
Beginner · compound
Stiff-Leg DeadliftHamstrings
Intermediate · compound
Barbell ShrugTraps
Beginner
ThrusterFull Body
Intermediate · compound
Decline Barbell Bench PressChest
Intermediate · compound
Floor PressChest
Intermediate · compound
Rack PullBack
Intermediate · compound
Pendlay RowBack
Advanced · compound
Good MorningBack
Intermediate · compound
Push PressShoulders
Advanced · compound
Upright RowShoulders
Intermediate · compound
Landmine PressShoulders
Intermediate · compound
21s Bicep CurlBiceps
Intermediate
Wrist CurlForearms
Beginner
Reverse Wrist CurlForearms
Beginner
Box SquatQuads
Intermediate · compound
Power CleanFull Body
Advanced · compound
Clean and JerkFull Body
Advanced · compound
SnatchFull Body
Advanced · compound
Deficit DeadliftBack
Advanced · compound
Yates RowBack
Intermediate · compound
Meadows RowBack
Advanced · compound
Bradford PressShoulders
Advanced · compound
Drag CurlBiceps
Intermediate
JM PressTriceps
Advanced · compound
Behind-the-Back Wrist CurlForearms
Intermediate
Pause SquatQuads
Advanced · compound
Zercher SquatQuads
Advanced · compound
Cyclist SquatQuads
Intermediate · compound
Barbell Calf RaiseCalves
Beginner
Trap Bar ShrugTraps
Beginner
Power ShrugTraps
Intermediate
Behind-the-Back ShrugTraps
Intermediate
Hang CleanFull Body
Advanced · compound
Power SnatchFull Body
Advanced · compound
Clean PullFull Body
Advanced · compound
FAQ

Barbell questions.

What are the best barbell exercises?

The best barbell exercises depend on your goal, but this page lists 51 barbell movements ranked by how commonly they are programmed — each with a full form guide and a logger you can use on the page.

Can I build a full workout with only barbell?

Often, yes. With 51 barbell exercises here you can cover most major muscle groups; many lifters combine barbell work with one or two other tools for full coverage.

Can I log these barbell exercises for free?

Yes. Every exercise page on Nishaana has a working set-logger built in, so you can record weight and reps as you train and have them sync to your history — free in your browser.

Look it up, then log it.

Read the form guide and record your set on the same page — free in your browser.

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