Skipping upper body day often brings a lot more discomfort than skipping lower body days (we know it’s your favourite). But this get-in-and-get-it-done upper body workout from Fitness Trainer, Joe Bronston, means you won’t have to. It takes under 30 minutes to complete, yet will strengthen your shoulders, arms, chest, core, and only requires two dumbbells. A word of warning, Bronston does say your arms will be left feeling like “noodles” afterward…
We know some of you may be a little skeptical at the fact that this workout only relies on dumbbells rather than your favourite shoulder press machine, but don’t be. For starters, studies have shown that free weights – like dumbbells – can build just as much strength and muscle as machine-based exercises (so you won’t be missing out on any gains). However, they also present other benefits too. For example, many dumbbell exercises translate over to real-life movements, such as bending down and reaching for things overhead, making them a lot more functional.
