Squat pull up

Activates muscles of the legs, back and arms and develops strength used in everyday movements like lifting and pulling.

Intensity: Moderate
Recommended repetitions: 10-15

Before you get into your workout it’s important to warm up. Just 5 minutes of light activity is all you need. Things like:

Walking
Jogging on the spot
Pumping your arms
Shoulder rolls
Controlled punches
Circular ‘windmill’ arm movements in the air.

  1. Holding 2 weights or full water bottles, stand in front of a chair with your feet hip-width apart and arms by your side
  2. Squat down so that your bottom gently touches the chair. Your knees should not pass over your toes
  3. Press firmly into both feet and lift yourself back up to standing
  4. Bend your elbows out to the sides and draw your weights or water bottles up to chest height. Return your arms back down beside your body and repeat

After your workout, cool down by following any of the above activities, again for 5 minutes. This is also a great time to stretch your muscles holding each stretch for 20-30 seconds. Make sure you hold at a point where you can feel the stretch but you shouldn’t feel discomfort or pain. Don’t bounce through these, just slow steady movements.

Disclaimer: If you have been inactive for a while, have heart disease, or a close relative with heart disease or if you have other major health problems, or are pregnant, please check with your doctor before following these workouts.

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