The Best Tools For Building Muscle At Home

Thanks to hectic work schedules, we can’t always make it to the gym to workout. The good news is that hitting the gym isn’t the only way that you can build muscle. If you’ve got the right tools, you can do so just as effectively at home. Invest in these tools and you’ll no longer need to fork out for your gym pass.

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Dumbbells

Dumbbells may be a little pricey, but the sheer amount of exercises you can do with them makes them more than worth the cost. The best dumbbells to opt for are hexagonal shaped ones that are coated in rubber - these are the easiest and most comfortable to work with. Plus, thanks to the rubber coating, you’ll be less likely to develop blisters. Buy at least three sets of dumbbells, each in a different weight class, so that you can perform a range of exercises with them.

Kettlebell

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You might have heard that you don’t need dumbbells and kettlebells as you can do most exercises with one of the other. However, there are some exercises that you specifically need kettlebells for. So they’re a worthwhile investment to make. The best kettlebells to get are the ones that have smooth handles and are unpainted, as these are the safest and easiest to work with. For working out what the best muscle-building exercises are to do, have a browse on http://www.bodybuilding.com.

Foam roller

Foam rollers are something that anyone who works out should have; they have so many benefits. From aiding muscle growth to helping to prevent injuries, there are just so many things they can be used for. While a foam roller can’t be used to build muscle alone, what it’s great for is helping with your workout recovery time. Because it can speed up your recovery time, foam rollers help you to build your muscles more quickly, and so, are a useful tool to have. For a range of foam rollers check out https://www.masterofmuscle.com and have a browse.

Pull up bar

Obviously, pull up bars are amazing for building your upper body strength, but that’s not all they’re good for. If you install a pull-up bar in your home, there are various exercises that you can do with them to help build muscle. The best place to put a pull-up bar is in a doorway or archway - somewhere where the walls are strong. There are plenty of examples online of how you can use pull-up bars to build muscle without doing pull-ups, so make sure to have a look.

Medicine ball  

One of the best tools for core strengthening exercises, a medicine ball, is a must have if you want to build muscle at home. Whether you’re throwing it or carrying it, a medicine ball has so many uses when it comes to muscle building. For the best medicine ball exercises, visit http://greatist.com/. (It’s best to opt for a soft medicine ball so that it’s easier to use and throw).

So there you have it, all the best tools for building muscle at home.

Three Moves For A Tight Toosh

Spring break is fast approaching and summer is only a few months away. That means it’s time to up your workout intensity and get that body that you’ve always wanted. Whether you’re at the beginner, intermediate, or advanced level, Alicia Bell, personal trainer based in Toronto, has three moves to help you get a firm tight,toned Butt.

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3 x15 each leg (add ankle weights for more of a challenge

- extend leg straight and squeeze your butt to raise the leg while keeping your back straight and core tight

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3 x15 each leg (add ankle weights for more of a challenge

- Kick leg up into the air, heel first, squeeze your butt to raise the leg while keeping your back straight and core tight

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3 x15 each leg (add ankle weights for more of a challenge

- Use a different angle to target more of the butt

- extend leg straight while on your elbows, squeeze your butt to raise the leg while keeping your back straight

“It takes 4 weeks for you to notice a change in your body, 8 weeks for your family and friends to notice, and 12 weeks for the rest of the world.” So keep working hard and the results will pay off.

Follow Alicia on Twitter or check out her website for more exercise moves and healthy living tips.

 

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