Arms, Legs and Core with Weights
Strength
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30m
Grab a set of light weights and do this workout to strengthen your arms, core and legs. There are some standing squats and lunges, and some kneeling exercises, with between 3 and repetitions each side.
Props required: A set of light dumbbells (or a couple of tins of tomatoes or you can even do it without any weights at all) and a blanket to kneel on if required.
Mat direction: Long edge of the mat facing the screen.
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