Deadlifts may as well be deemed the unicorn of exercise moves. Praised by trainers and physical therapists alike, the strength training move simultaneously works the core, back, butt, upper body, and legs – no stone unturned here. But if you want an even bigger challenge, try it on one leg with a kettlebell – you…
Want to feel a little better about your Spring break margaritas indulgences? You’ve definitely got an extra 10 minutes to spare for a workout, and that’s seriously all you need – 10 minutes! These ultraquick workouts can be done wherever your Spring travels take you – from the cabin floor to the hotel room to…
Squats – you love ’em, you hate ’em, or you love to hate ’em. In any case, they are a simple, effective, and versatile move to have in your workout arsenal. Squats work your entire lower body: calves, hamstrings, glutes, quads, and lower back. They help prevent injuries caused by imbalance or overuse, and they…
Deadlifts are easily one of the best moves out there. In one fell swoop, a deadlift works your butt, core, legs, back, and upper body – truly the definition of a total-body move. But besides making it look like you had a booty lift, it’s also the ultimate in functional fitness, making the move hugely…
Show your abs some love and take our crunch challenge! Perfect for those new to strength training, the plan is short and sweet – it takes just a few minutes each day for the next two weeks. At the end, you’re sure to notice stronger, more defined abs. Instead of doing basic crunches, this challenge…
If the deadlift isn’t part of your regular routine, it should be. While the move’s name may conjure images of meaty bodybuilders, the exercise is an amazingly effective move for your lower body, especially your glutes, hamstrings, and quads. Not only that, it’s great for your core muscles, too. “The act of keeping the core…
Get strong and flexible with this sweet little stretch sesh. But wait . . . it’s not just about stretching. We’ve rounded up our favorite strength-training moves that lengthen as they strengthen. Press play, and get ready to feel long and lean.
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Sculpted arms are always in season, so it’s time to say adios to the arm jiggle. Here’s a 10-minute workout to tone your arms with extra focus on the triceps. Grab a set of dumbbells, from three to five pounds, and get ready to bare arms.
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Don’t let the sweet name fool you, this is a tough ab exercise. It works all four layers of the abdominal muscles, to create a flat belly and a sculpted abs. Lifting the feet toward the hands as you perform the double crunch ensures that the lower part of the abs engage to battle the…
Push-ups have got to be my all-time favorite upper-body exercise since they are so effective at targeting your chest and shoulders. There are so many variations to this basic exercise, so here’s another one to add to your routine. Bonus: this move helps define your core, especially your obliques, the muscles on the sides of…
