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Move as fast as possible between moves to keep your heart rate up.
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The next day, do three sets of the other five exercises.
(Also try this spicyfull-body circuityou can do at home.)
(FYI: That’s all part of your importantposterior chain.)
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Performing this exercise on one leg adds a bonusbalancechallenge to this workout.
A.Grab a pair of dumbbells and stand with weight in right foot.
C.Bend forward at hips and slowly lower body as far as possible.
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D.Pause, then push body back to starting position.
While coming up, think about using glutes to push hips forward instead of lifting from back.
Do 10 reps. Switch sides; repeat.
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Thisoblique-targeting variation is a nice way to work your abs in areas crunches often miss.
A.Lie on right side of body with knees straight.
Prop upper body up onto right elbow and forearm.
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B.Raise hips until body forms a straight line from ankles to shoulders.
Hold this position for 30 seconds.
C.Turn around to lie on left side and repeat.
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Do 2 holds per side (then work up to 45- and 60-second holds as you progress).
Push-Up
A perfect-formpush-upchallenges the entire body (especially yourchest).
Do 15 reps.
Second Position Plies
Your lower bodyyes, yourentirelower bodyloves plies.
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Add them to your leg-day routine to dial it up a notch.
A.Stand with feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes turned out slightly.
B.Lower body down by bending knees until thighs are parallel to the floor.
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Bring arms overhead and shoulders down and back.
C.Pause, then slowly push back up to starting position.
(And that’s just one of the manybenefits of HIIT.)
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Try incorporating it into your workout routine twice a week on alternate days.
Hitting your traps andtricepswith this movement will balance out yourbicepsand keep your arms strong.
C.Lift and lower the weight about an inch.
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Do 30 reps. Switch sides; repeat.
Step-Ups
This is one of the best exercises for targeting the muscles of yourglutesand hamstrings.
Step-ups also target yourquadricepssince they require you to straighten your knee against resistance.
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A.Stand in front of a bench or step and place left foot firmly on the step.
Keep weight balanced evenly, not leaning too far forward or too far back.
A.Lie face up on the floor with knees bent and feet flat on the floor.
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B.Raise hips so body forms a straight line from shoulders to knees.
C.Pause at the top of the movement, then lower body back down to starting position.
A.Start in apush-up position, then bend elbows and rest weight on forearms instead of hands.
Body should form a straight line from shoulders to ankles.
B.Brace coreand maintain hip placement while lifting left arm straight out in front of body.
Draw shoulder blades down and back while lifting arm.
C.Hold for 5 to 10 seconds, then switch sides; repeat.
Do 5 reps per side.
Inversion postures are great for relaxation, blood flow, and gaining a new perspective.
For example, try putting your legs up the wall for a few minutes every night before bed.
(Or do thisbedtime yoga flow!)
Keep neck relaxed while holding the shoulder stand.
Hold for 1 minute (or as long as you’re comfortable balancing).
