When it comes to weight loss,building functional strengthis key.
Here are 10 of the best functional strength exercises for weight loss to help you reach your goals.
With consistency and dedication, you’ll be well on your way to achieving your goal weight.
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Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
Lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back.
Keep your chest up and your back straight.
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Engage your core as you push through your heels to return to the starting position.
Stand with your feet hip-width apart, holding a dumbbell or kettlebell in each hand.
Hinge at the hips, and bend your knees slightly, lowering the weights toward the ground.
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Keep your back straight and chest lifted as you lower the weights.
Push through your heels to stand up straight, squeezing your glutes at the top.
Stand with your feet together and hands on your hips.
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Keep your chest up and your core engaged.
Push through your right heel to return to the starting position.
Repeat on the other side.
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This movement also enhances upper-body strength and stability.
Start in a high plank position with your hands shoulder-width apart and wrists under your shoulders.
Lower your body toward the ground by bending your elbows, keeping them close to your sides.
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Keep your core engaged and back flat.
Push through your palms to return to the starting position.
Hold a dumbbell in each hand and hinge at the hips, keeping your back flat and chest lifted.
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Bend your elbows and pull the weights toward your ribcage, squeezing your shoulder blades together.
Keep your core engaged throughout the movement.
Lower the weights back down with control.
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Start in a forearm plank position with your elbows directly under your shoulders.
Keep your body in a straight line from your head to your heels, engaging your core and glutes.
Hold for 30 seconds to one minute.
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Repeat for three sets.
Hold a weight or medicine ball with both hands; arms extended in front of you.
Twist your torso to the right, bringing the weight toward the ground next to your hip.
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Return to the center, then twist to the left side.
Do three sets of 20 reps (10 reps per side).
Stand in front of a sturdy bench or step.
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Step up onto the bench with your right foot, driving through your heel.
Bring your left foot to meet your right on top of the bench.
Step back down with your right foot, followed by your left.
Repeat on the other side.
Do three sets of 12 reps on each leg.
Bring your right elbow toward your left knee while extending your right leg straight.
Switch sides, bringing your left elbow toward your right knee while extending your left leg straight.
Continue alternating sides in a pedaling motion.
Do three sets of 20 reps (10 reps per side).
Start standing with your feet hip-width apart.
Drop into a squat position and place your hands on the ground.
Jump your feet back into a plank position.
Perform a pushup, then jump your feet back to your hands.
Explosively jump into the air, reaching your arms overhead.
Do three sets of 10 reps.
