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FEATURED WORKOUT: SHOULDERS

Below is a description of a variety of exercises designed to work the shoulders!

Resistance-Band Front Extensions

Stand on the center of a long resistance band with feet shoulder-width apart.
Hold an end of band in each hand at waist level.
Raise extended arms in front of your body to about chest level, palms facing down.
Slowly lower and repeat 8 to 10 times.

Single-Arm Lateral Raise

Standing with feet shoulder-width apart, hold a 3- to 5-pound dumbbell in each hand, arms slightly bent.
Slowly raise right arm to shoulder height, without locking elbow.
Lower; repeat with left arm.
Keep alternating; do 8 to 10 times per side.

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30 Minute Elliptical Interval

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Hamstring Roll-Ins

Standing Side Kick

Unilateral Hamstring Rolls

Upright Row

Standing with feet shoulder-width apart, hold a 3- to 5-pound dumbbell in each hand in front of your hips, palms facing your body.
Lift elbows to shoulder height, bringing weights in front of your chest.
Hold for 3 counts and release.
Lower and repeat 8 to 10 times.

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