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Kat Storr

'You only need 2 sessions a week to get stronger' - expert PT reveals the benefits of the 2-2-2 workout for busy women

Woman doing overhead press as part of the 2-2-2 workout in the gym.

The 2-2-2 workout is more than an internet trend. It's a full-body, time-saving, and strength training workout that can be done in the gym or with dumbbells at home, any time. It sounds too good to be true, but it's backed by science and an expert PT.

Alain Gonzalez popularised the workout most recently, but the longevity perks for women are clear. Strength training offers women benefits, like reducing the risk of osteoporosis, sarcopenia, and cardiovascular disease. It also improves mobility and balance. However, we're often the most time-stretched people in the gym, so anything we can do to shorten the time we need to spend there is appreciated, especially during the busy festive season.

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