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Take Your Strength To The Next Level

A little variety might be just the thing you need to jack up your strength. All you need is one heavy kettlebell and your body. Strength is built through repetition—the tough reps, perfect technique, and methodical planning. But repetition isn't everything. If you've been focusing on the fundamental presses, pulls, and squats 3-4 times a week, a "variety day" could be just the thing to help you improve your overall movement quality and technique. Pick the right movements, and it could also shore up some of the leaks holding you back from the next-sized plate or bell. Simply plug in the routine below once or twice a week, and you'll get some solid upper-body strength work, but also get the "ooh that feels good" vibe of a yoga class, and just for fun, a wicked biceps pump. Your squat form will definitely improve, and your posture just might, too. But crucially, it won't beat you up enough to get in the way of your regularly scheduled strength work...