Stay dedicated to this routine, and you’llsee the weight come off!
Maintaining a healthy lifestyle at this stage of life sometimes takes a backseat to the many obligations that arise.
The underrated training tool we’re going to stress today is the bodyweight workout.
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It’s a great way toburn caloriesand increase your daily physical activity.
Not only are they low-stress, but they can be performed anywhere and will help you sculpt muscle.
Let’s get you started on yourweight lossjourney with these bodyweight exercises.
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Here’s a workout that you could complete throughout each week.
Raise your feet up, and place them on a sturdy surface such as a bench or a box.
Flex your triceps and chest at the top to finish.
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Hang down completely from the bar, and pull your shoulder blades down.
double-check to lean back slightly, reaching from your sternum rather than your chin as you come up.
Lower yourself back down into a full hanging position before performing another rep. Lower your body all the way down.
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That counts as 1 rep.
Complete 3 to 4 sets of 10 reps for each leg.
Rotate on your elbow, and squeeze your shoulder blade to finish.
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Perform 3 to 4 sets of 10 reps for each side.
V-Ups
Start V-Ups by lying flat on your back with both arms over your head.
Your feet should be fully extended.
Tim Liu, C.S.C.S.
Crunch hard at the top, then lower yourself using control, and return to starting position.
Complete 3 to 4 sets of 10 to 15 reps.
