Lie back on an incline bench with dumbbells at chest level. Press the weights up until arms are straight, then lower slowly back down with control.
Weight Recommendations:
Beginner: 5-10lb dumbbells
Intermediate: 12-20lb dumbbells
Advanced: 25-45+lb dumbbells
*Modification: you can use a barbell or machine!
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REVERSE LUNGE CURLS (4x10)
Start standing with weights in hand, step back into a reverse lunge & as you do, curl the dumbbells, as you step back up, return the dumbbells. Do alternating legs!
Weight Recommendations:
Beginner: Bodyweight-7lbs
Intermediate: 10-25lbs
Advanced: 30-65+ lbs*Modification: split this exercise ...
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SIDE PLANK KNEE CRUNCHES (3x12)
Set up in a side plank (on forearm or hand), then bring your top knee in toward your chest. Extend it back out and repeat, keeping your hips lifted the whole time.
Zero equipment
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WEIGHTED BIRD DOG (3x10)
Start on all fours holding a light dumbbell. Extend your opposite arm and leg long, pause, then return with control.
Weight Recommendations:
Beginner: 3-7lbs
Intermediate: 10-25lbs
Advanced: 30-65+ lbs
