However,building up your strengthdoesn’t require fancy equipment or a gym membership.
I curated these exercises to target multiple muscle groups, promoting overall functional strength and flexibility.
Remember to maintain proper form and gradually increase intensity as your fitness levels improve.
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Read on to learn about the five-move workout to build total-body strength at home.
Additionally, they activate your core for stability.
Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart.
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Lower your body by bending your knees and pushing your hips back, keeping your chest up.
Go as low as your flexibility allows or until your thighs are parallel to the ground.
Push through your heels to return to the starting position.
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They also help improve stability and endurance.
Start in a plank position with your hands placed slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.
Lower your body toward the ground by bending your elbows.
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Keep your body in a straight line from your head to your heels.
Push through your palms to return to the plank position.
Begin in a plank position with your hands directly under your shoulders.
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Lift your right hand, and tap your left shoulder.
Return your right hand to the ground, and tap your right shoulder with your left hand.
Keep your hips stable throughout the movement.
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Aim for three sets of 12 to 15 taps per side.
This exercise also works on balance and coordination.
Stand with your feet together.
Push through your right heel to return to the starting position.
Repeat on the other leg.
It’s crucial for maintaining a strong and balanced posterior chain.
Lie face down on the floor with your arms extended in front of you.
Lift your arms, chest, and legs off the ground simultaneously.
Squeeze your glutes and lower back muscles.
Hold the lifted position for a moment, then lower back down.
Perform three sets of 12 to 15 reps.
