When it comes to buildingtotal-bodystrength, it takes a bit of balance.
Thats why we love unilateral exercises, which is what well be focusing on today.
But with unilateral exercises, or single-sided training, you focus on one side at a time.
Katie Thompson
Sure, that takes more time, but the burnand the benefitsare worth it.
So thats what well be working on today with our full-body strength circuit.
That means your stronger side might be taking the lions share of the work when you do bilateral exercises.
After all, imbalance can lead to overcompensation, which can lead to injury.
For instance, take that kickstand deadlift.
Keep scrolling for the details on how to do todaystotal-body strength workoutunilateral style!
The workout below is for day 18 of theSELF New Years Challenge.
Check out the full four-week workout program righthere.
Or go to the workout calendarhere.
Aim for 812 reps of each exercise.
Rest up to 30 seconds between exercises.
Rest 6090 seconds after each round.
Complete 25 rounds total.
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