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September 01, 2008

Fast & Effective Home Workouts - Level 1 - Upper Body

If you're looking for a beginner upper body workout for yourself or someone you love -- look no further.  It doesn't get any easier than this.  These pushing and pulling movements are fundamental to any upper body program because they work virtually all of the muscles of the upper body in just two simple exercises.

All you need is a bench (a Reebok Step works well), some dumbbells (or Power Blocks) and a resistance band or tube and a couple of minutes.  Check out my resource page for links to get the equipment you'll need from my friends at Perform Better.


Thebestmeever_no_figure_larger_tranGeralyn Coopersmith, MA, CSCS is an exercise physiologist, certified personal trainer and the creator of The Best Me Ever, a comprehensive weight loss and wellness system just for women

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