This full body workout uses dumbbells and bodyweight to train all the muscles in your body. Great for beginners, as well as those looking for a quick weight loss workout.
I’m sure when loving husband agreed with the minister on our wedding day “to till death do us part” he never thought it would also include being dragged onto set each week and be made to film a workout.
Actually, neither did I.
But, here we are 22 years later.
He’s still above ground, we’re still married, and he’s doing his best to make himself NOT get invited back for future filmings (case in point minute 19:45 on the video. Perhaps the most ridiculous looking crossover lunges ever!).
It ain’t gonna work though.
I will keep dragging him on set. It not only gets him exercising a bit more, it also provides some comedic relief for you (while you sweat away with us), and it teaches me patience.
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The Deets
Tools needed: 1 heavy dumbbell + a pair of moderate
Where to do: home or gym
Best suited for: beginner to advanced
Sore knees?: Instead of the stationary lunges do side leg lifts, instead of pulse squats and crossover lunges hold a wall squat
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Your Guide to Picking Weights
Second, once you have your form you want to choose a weight that you can feel by end of the set. In my experience most women can lift heavier than they think they can.
Challenge yourself in order to see change.
My Recommendations
Beginners:
For big body moves, such as squats, lunges, chest presses and rows: 8-10lb
For smaller muscle moves, such as tricep extensions, bicep curls, shoulder presses: 5-8lb
For isolated shoulder work, such as side, rear or front lateral raises: 3-5lb
Intermediate:
For big body moves, such as squats, lunges, chest presses and rows: 12-15lb
For smaller muscle moves, such as tricep extensions, bicep curls, shoulder presses: 8-10lb
For isolated shoulder work, such as side, rear or front lateral raises: 5-8lb
Advanced:
For big body moves, such as squats, lunges, chest presses and rows: 20-30lb
For smaller muscle moves, such as tricep extensions, bicep curls, shoulder presses: 12-15lb
For isolated shoulder work, such as side, rear or front lateral raises: 10-12lb
The Workout
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