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How to strengthen your upper body


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  • Strength training: upper body (9 min)

  • Learn how to do an incline plank for your upper body

  • Short on time? Try this all-in-one workout

  • Learn how to do a chest press

  • One key move for stronger calves

  • Arms workout (5 min)

  • Try this move to target your core

  • 5 exercises to stay strong and fit as you age

  • 3 simple moves for arm toning

  • Try this move to strengthen your quads

Up Next

  • Strength training: upper body (9 min)

  • Learn how to do an incline plank for your upper body

  • Short on time? Try this all-in-one workout

  • Learn how to do a chest press

  • One key move for stronger calves

  • Arms workout (5 min)

  • Try this move to target your core

  • 5 exercises to stay strong and fit as you age

  • 3 simple moves for arm toning

  • Try this move to strengthen your quads

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