General exericise guidelines encourage a mix of both and strength training for a well-balanced fitness routine. And there are some convincing reasons to make strength training a priority. Not only can it and aid in weight loss, but building muscle helps you move more efficiently, reducing your risk of injury.
Plus, while most people think of as being beneficial for heart health, strength training is also an important and effective component of any . That's why the American Heart Association at least twice a week. Even weight training just a week can reduce the risk of a heart attack or stroke, one found! is an affordable and accessible way to strength train at home.
Dumbbells can help you achieve an effective workout whether , have lofty strength goals or are in a time crunch. These dumbbell exercises are great moves to get you started. Try stringing 5-7 together for a well-rounded, full-body workout.
The exercises will (including your biceps, triceps and shoulders), your core and your . I recommend starting with light weights — just 2 or 3 pounds — and working to increase your repetitions to 15 before increasing the weight you're working with. Lie on the floor with your feet on the ground and knees bent.
Hold a dumbbell in each hand. Bring your upper arms to touch the floor on either side of your chest with your elbows at a 90-degree angle. Push the dumbbells toward the ceiling until your elbows are straight.
Lower the dumbbells until your triceps and elbow lightly touch.
