6 Strength exercises that don't require weights or a gym
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Lifting without weights is easier than you might think. Strength training at home requires nothing more than a little fun creativity.
Weights are overrated, but strength training's not. Rather than spend money on dumbbells and medicine balls, you can lift weights at home by using readily available household supplies. Grab a file box, your favorite pet and a container of laundry detergent — and just like that you've created a full-body home gym with no weights at all. Image: Karen Cox/SheKnows 1. Doggie squats Grab your pooch and get squatting. As long as you have a compliant dog that doesn't mind being held, you can easily add weight to your squats and lunges by simply cradling Fido close to your body.
Weights are overrated, but strength training's not. Rather than spend money on dumbbells and medicine balls, you can lift weights at home by using readily available household supplies. Grab a file box, your favorite pet and a container of laundry detergent — and just like that you've created a full-body home gym with no weights at all. Image: Karen Cox/SheKnows 1. Doggie squats Grab your pooch and get squatting. As long as you have a compliant dog that doesn't mind being held, you can easily add weight to your squats and lunges by simply cradling Fido close to your body.
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