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Drop me in the middle of an overcrowded gym, and Ill be looking for the nearest exit.

Busy gyms can feel intense, and waiting for equipment can feel like a waste of time.

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Enter this lifesaver of a dumbbell-only workout that targets the upper body and core.

And who can we thank for this efficient routine?

Or, if you’re doing this workout at home, a sturdy couch works just as well.

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Increasingtime under tensionis something worth implementing in your strength sessions.

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It’s also interesting to feel how much core engagement is required to stabilize your body during upper-body moves.

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