**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute class focused on lower body strength circuits is crafted to target your legs and glutes utilizing just one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell will suffice) along with an optional resistance band loop. The session features a guided warm-up and cool-down, with no jumping included, allowing for easy…
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### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve got another mobility session lined up for you! If you happened to miss the previous one concentrating on shoulder mobility, make sure to check it out [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll concentrate on hip mobility, while also integrating glute strengthening throughout. If you find this style of workout appealing, you…
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**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class** This 45-minute lower body strength circuit session aims to enhance strength using only one heavy weight (either a dumbbell or kettlebell) and an optional resistance band loop. The class features a guided warm-up and cool down, with no jumping involved, allowing for easy modifications by simply changing the weight. It’s…
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### Hip Mobility + Glutes Class I’ve got another mobility session lined up for you! If you happened to miss the previous class that concentrated on shoulder mobility, you can find it [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, our focus will be on hip mobility while also enhancing the glutes. If this type of workout resonates with you, you…
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**Lower Body Strength Circuits Class Overview** This 45-minute lower body strength class aims to focus on your legs and glutes, utilizing a single heavy weight (such as a dumbbell or kettlebell) along with an optional resistance band loop. The class is low-impact and free of jumping, allowing for easy modifications based on your fitness level—simply…
Read more25-Minute Glute and Hip Flexibility Routine
**Hip Mobility + Glutes Class** I have another mobility session available for you! If you didn’t catch the previous one that centered around shoulder mobility, make sure to give it a look [HERE](https://pumpsandiron.com/2021/01/08/shoulder-mobility-22-min-class/). Today, we’ll be concentrating on hip mobility while also enhancing the strength of the glutes. If you appreciate this kind of workout,…
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