Sometimes, keeping it simple is the solution to staying fit. This is especially important if you’re trying to get a workout in at home or while traveling. If that’s the case, you’re going to love this AMRAP (as many rounds and reps as possible) from Lauren Fisher that requires only dumbbells and a little bit of space.
12-minute AMRAP
- 8 DB power cleans
- 8 DB thrusters
- 8 DB shoulder-to-overhead
Every minute on the minute: burpees
Rx+ = 4 burpees & 50/35lb DBs
Rx = 3 burpees & 35/20lb DBs
Check out the video below.
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How to Move More Efficiently With Dumbbells
Because this is a high-rep workout where you’re aiming to move nonstop for 12 minutes, you can expect to eventually feel seriously fatigued. To make the dumbbell movements feel a little smoother, here are a few helpful hints.
- Power cleans: Keep the DBs close to your body. The further away they get, the harder they are to control and the heavier they’ll feel.
- Thrusters: Focus on keeping your chest up and elbows high. If your torso starts the drop, the DBs will feel heavier and slow you down.
- Shoulder-to-overhead: If you can push press these, that’s ideal, but remember it’s okay to rebend at the top and make them push jerks.
Final note: The burpees don’t have to be pretty. Fall down. Stand up. #Win
If you’re a fan of dumbbell workouts, here are eight more you can try! Don’t forget to crank up the jams while you train — it’ll help push you when things start to get rough. Visit TWL’s Spotify playlists.
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