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In the world oflifting heavy things, you cant do much better than a carry.
Katie Thompson
With carries, youre working on everything from top to bottom, she says.
And, depending on the variation youre using, you also work your biceps or triceps.
That means better overall workout results.
Walls agrees, explaining that she loves programming carries into her clients (and her own!)
When things get easy, pick up a heavier weight.
Below, we break down some of the best.
Dont be afraid to push the weight once you get used to the exercise, McHale recommends.
Its OK if your grip gives out.
This will test lateral core stability like no other.
But because of that, you may be able to lift more weight.
For this move, its your obliques that have to work, Walls explains.
After all, your triceps are what keep your elbow from caving under pressure.
Start with an extremely light weight.
you could always increase later.
Start with this one.
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