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Side lunge exercise

Total Body Dumbbell Workout

If you’re looking for a total-body routine that can be done just about anywhere, grab a bench and some dumbbells, and follow along with this week’s workout video!     Perform each exercise for 8-12 repetitions, for 3-5 sets, resting 60-90 seconds in between. Dumbbell Deadlift with Bent Over Row Front Loaded Sumo Squat Side […]
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Resistance band workout

Resistance Band Outdoor Workout

Resistance bands and tubing allow you to perform strength-training exercises without weights. They are lightweight, easily portable, inexpensive, easy to store and perfect for exercising virtually anywhere!   This week’s workout was done using a resistance band and tube. As an added benefit, we took the workout outdoors to get a little fresh air and […]
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reverse lunge with pass through

Total-Body Kettlebell Circuit

Check out this challenging total-body Kettlebell circuit.     Perform each of these exercises for 45 seconds, resting for 15 seconds in between. Repeat full circuit 3-5 times. Kettlebell Swing Squat with High Pull Reverse Lunge with Kettlebell Pass Through   Push-up with Kettlebell Pull Through Deadlift (alternating straight-leg and bent) Be sure to select […]
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Fast skaters exercise

Total Body Dumbbell Workout

This week’s Workout Wednesday is a challenging total-body circuit using a set of dumbbells. You can perform each exercise for 45 seconds, or 10-12 repetitions. Allow 15-30 second recoveries in between moves. Repeat the entire set 3-5 times.     Fast Skaters Side-Lunge (left leg, right leg) with Biceps Curl – Shoulder Press Bent Over Rows […]
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Knee-tuck pike

Core Strengthening with Stability Ball

“Working your core” doesn’t always mean doing sit-ups and planks. It’s true that those exercises strengthen the abdominals which are PART of your core, but there are several other muscles that make up your core. We’re not going to bore you with all of those five-syllable names, but we are going to share with you […]
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Triceps push-up on riser

Upper-body Dumbbell Workout

Looking to sculpt and tone your back and chest, shoulders and arms? If so, follow along with this week’s workout video!   Using just a bench and some dumbbells you can combine these 5 moves for an effective upper-body workout that can be done just about anywhere. Perform each exercise for 12-15 repetitions. Repeat entire […]
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Overhead shoulder stretch

Total Body Circuit using Body Weight Only

No gym? No equipment? No problem!! BE your own gym!   This Bodyweight workout not only challenges your strength, but also your cardiovascular endurance.     Perform each exercise for 30-45 seconds. Repeat entire circuit 3-5 times. Burpees Jump Lunges (or Reverse Lunges) Dive Bombers (or Push-ups) Plank with Rotation Supine Hamstrings Curl to Bridge […]
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Cat-cow yoga

Total Body Stability Ball Workout

Do you have a Stability Ball lying around your house collecting dust? Maybe you bought one a while ago with good intentions to use but simply forgot about it. Or maybe you never learned how to get the most out of it. Well, here’s a total body workout using nothing more than a pumped up […]
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Pushup and clap

Partner Workout with Medicine Balls

Working out with a partner is a great way to challenge yourself and have fun! In addition to providing support and accountability for each other, the exchange of endorphins (‘feel good’ hormones) between workout partners can strengthen relationships and promote team building.   This duet workout requires nothing more than a motivating fitness buddy and […]
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Deltoid Fly exercise

Total Body TRX Circuit Workout

The TRX Suspension Trainer can be used to improve mobility and flexibility; it allows you to unload your bodyweight while doing specific movements. By unloading some bodyweight, it is possible to safely move through a greater range of motion. The TRX can also add resistance and leverage to a particular stretch, helping safely pull the […]
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