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Looking for an exercise routine thatll help youbuild full-body strengthwhile giving you a dose of cardio?
Katie Thompson
Basic movement patterns are essentially movements that you do in your everyday life, she says.
Thinksquatting, hinging, pushing, pulling, and carrying.
Moreover, emphasizing basic movement patterns is a stellar way to structure a workout thats effectiveandtime-efficient.
Before jumping into this workout, spend a few minutes warming up.
it’s possible for you to also trythis five-move warm-updesigned to prep you for any workout.
Ready to challenge your entire body, get sweaty, and improve your basic movement patterns in the process?
The Workout
What you need:Three different weight kettlebells that range between 5 and 25 pounds.
Kettlebell Swing
This explosive power movement targets your backside muscles, including your glutes andhamstrings.
Because this is an advanced exercise, see to it you master the basic deadlift first, advises Fagan.
Make it easier by doing Romanian deadlifts (see move #2here) instead.
Single-Arm Overhead Press
This unilateral movement works your shoulders,triceps, and upper chest.
Single-Arm Row
Another unilateral exercise, this move targets your back muscles while also working your core.
Rack Carry
This move is great for core stability and grip strength, Fagan says.
It especially works your oblique muscles.
