This Dumbbell Finisher Delivers a Functional Pump That Lasts Days
With summer on the horizon and nightlife reopening, rumour has it that the ‘pre night-out pump session’ is set to make a long awaited reappearance. Grab a pair of dumbbells and hit this two-move finisher. The countdown to the Summer Swolestice has begun. 14/05/2021 Hugo Alejandro Salazar SGetty Images
Get hold of some dumbbells and throw in this protocol at the end of your workout, or even as a standalone piece when you’re looking to fill out your T-shirt. Either way, you ll be done in about fifteen minutes.
You’re going to complete five rounds of this pump-inducing couplet, aiming to push each round to the
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Working in an ‘AMRAP’ (as many reps as possible) style, you’re going to set a timer for 20 minutes and work your way around the circuit as many times as possible. Your ‘score’ is the total number of reps you achieve before the bell rings. Keep track of the numbers and aim to beat them next time for guaranteed progress.
Despite the name of the format, this isn’t a race. You’re aiming for quality reps from start to finish - if you rush them you’re just compromising the outcome of the workout and, ultimately, your gains. So take it one rep at a time and make up for it with minimal rest.
Our Simple, Two-Move Dumbbell Chest Day Builds Stronger Pecs and Triceps At Home
Welcome back to international chest day. All you need is a pair of dumbbells (or kettlebells), for our simple, chest-busting ladder. Be warned: this is one pump you’re going to have to earn.
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In this chest workout, you’re going to be using The Juarez Valley Method , inspired by the gruelling bodyweight workouts of chiselled American convicts. It is a clever way of working in a lot of reps, building not only rock hard muscle but some serious stamina, too. So, grab a stopwatch and get ready to serve some time.