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From the Couch to Crushing It: A 4 Week Plan to Get Moving

My how the years fly by. It seems like yesterday, you were rolling your eyes listening to elders go on about how they remember being young and not having all these aches and pains—how they remember being ... Continue Reading

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12-Weeks of No-Gym Workouts

There are no hard and fast rules for what you can and cannot do in mixing different styles into your workout routines. The following routines are meant to either complement or provide a foundation for your ... Continue Reading

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Find Your Inner Athlete: 12 Weeks of Beginner Workouts

Week 1: Day 1 Workout: 30-45 minute walk outside 25 Walking lunges 25 Air squats Elbow plank: 20 seconds (sec) - Repeat 3 times 10 Push ups Stretch: Downward Dog ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Full Body Strength and Conditioning Workouts

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Approachable Beginner Workouts to Get You Into Shape Quickly

Whether you've never been the athletic type or you've taken an extended break from physical activity, when it comes to embarking on a workout regimen it's difficult to know where to start. This workout ... Continue Reading

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12 Weeks of Full Body Workouts for Beginners

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 12

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 11

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 10

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 9

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 8

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 7

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 6

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 5

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 4

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 3

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 2

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 3, Week 1

EDITOR'S NOTE: For an in-depth description of the beginner workouts and the movements contained in them from their creator, Bret Hamilton, have a look at his article on getting started with this 12-week ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 2, Week 12

The second cycle of the beginner workout will focus on the basics of strengthening your core. In this workout, you will use kettlebells, free weights, and bodyweight exercises to increase your overall core ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 2, Week 11

The second cycle of the beginner workout will focus on the basics of strengthening your core. In this workout, you will use kettlebells, free weights, and bodyweight exercises to increase your overall core ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 2, Week 10

The second cycle of the beginner workout will focus on the basics of strengthening your core. In this workout, you will use kettlebells, free weights, and bodyweight exercises to increase your overall core ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 2, Week 9

The second cycle of the beginner workout will focus on the basics of strengthening your core. In this workout, you will use kettlebells, free weights, and bodyweight exercises to increase your overall core ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 2, Week 8, Day 3

Week 8, Day 3 Boat Pose 10-15 secs Boat Pose Twist 10x Boat Pose to Flat Back (Modify Hand on Floor) 10x Extended Arm Plank - Alternating Hand to Shoulder Taps 10x Extended Arm Sid Plank ... Continue Reading

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Beginner Workout: Cycle 2, Week 8, Day 2

Week 8, Day 2 Bear Crawl 1 min Cat Cow 5x L Leg & R Arm Extension (Cat Cow Pose) Hold 20 secs L Leg & R Arm Extension (Cat Cow Pose) Knee to Elbow 5x R Leg & L Arm Extension ... Continue Reading

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