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Bob Greene's Full Body Workout With Dumbbells

Instead of skipping workouts, plan a few moves that hit multiple muscles, says Oprah's trainer, Bob Greene.
By Bob Greene
standing woman
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Lunge with Biceps Curl
Start with one or two sets of ten reps each of the following exercises, then move up to three sets when you're ready.

Step 1: Holding a pair of 3- to 5-pound dumbbells, stand with arms at your sides.
lunge
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Lunge with Biceps Curl
Step 2: Step forward with your right foot and lower your body until both knees are at 90-degree angles. As you prepare to press back, curl your arms in front of you, then slowly lower weights as you return to a standing position. Alternate legs and repeat.
bicycle crunch
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Bicycle Crunches
Lie on the floor. Place palms lightly behind your ears. Bend your left leg and twist so your right elbow touches your left knee. Repeat on the opposite side.
shoulder press
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Step-up to Shoulder Press
Step 1: With a weight in each hand, stand in front of a 12-inch step. Raise dumbbells to shoulder level.
shoulder press
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Step-up to Shoulder Press, Step 2
Step 2: Step up with your left foot first, lift your right leg, and then press the weights overhead until arms are fully extended. Lower the weights to your shoulders and return to starting position, placing your right foot down first. Repeat on the opposite side.

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From the April 2010 issue of O, The Oprah Magazine
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