A full body workout that will strengthen your shoulders, back, legs and glutes.
Equipment: I use 10 pound and 5 pound hand weights/dumbbells but feel free to use lighter or heavier weights depending on your needs.
Exercises:
1. Goblet Squat
2. Piston Push-Pull
3. Single-leg Lateral Fly
4. Forward/Backward Punch
5. Donkey Kicks
Why weight lifting?
As we age - starting in our third decade - we tend to lose muscle mass. Resistance training is a great way to keep our muscles strong. Reformer Pilates is a form of resistance training, but incorporating weight lifting into your workout routine will help you continue to see results and muscle gain.
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