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Spin for legs combined with Core and Upper Body Strength

Because I like to use time in a very efficient way, I used today’s spin class as a gateway to strengthen my thighs. I included 15 and 30 second intervals of Hills and Speed to burn more calories for the holidays. I found this bike workout to be pretty challenging… I’m sure my students did too… 

After class, I noticed Esther was teaching an Abs class with the bosu ball and figured I could add some core into my workout. I really enjoy her classes. She tailors them to all fitness levels making the workout fun & challenging. I recommend anyone who is a member of the UM Medical Wellness Center to try out her classes. If you would like to try out our facility for 3 days visit our website Here for more details.
Finally, I focused on strengthening my upper body with alternating DB chest presses, assisted triceps dips, alternating DB shoulder presses and standing tricep extensions. I chose this combination because it challenges the agonist and antagonist group muscles in a dynamic way.

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