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### Overview of Lower Body Strength Circuits Class
This 45-minute lower body strength session is crafted to enhance your strength and stability with minimal equipment. You’ll only require one heavy weight (a dumbbell or kettlebell is ideal) and a resistance band loop, which is optional. The class features a structured warm-up and cool-down, without any jumping, making it easily adjustable by using a lighter weight. It’s a flexible workout appropriate for all fitness levels!
If you liked this session, don’t miss the upper body version, which will be released this week on [Patreon](https://www.patreon.com/nicolepearce).
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### Required Equipment
– **Gear:**
– A heavy weight (I’m using a 20 lb dumbbell)
– Optional: Resistance band loop
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### Structure of the Class
We’ll kick off with a guided warm-up emphasizing mobility and dynamic movements to get your body ready and elevate your heart rate. Following that, we’ll move into two strength circuits:
– **Circuit 1:** Four exercises
– **Circuit 2:** Five exercises
Each exercise will be executed for 45 seconds, with a 10-second break or transition in between. After finishing all exercises in a circuit, you’ll take a 30-second rest before repeating.
– **Circuit 1:** Done four times (twice on the right side, twice on the left)
– **Circuit 2:** Done three times
You’ll also have a one-minute recovery break in between the two circuits. Don’t hesitate to pause the video and rest longer if necessary. Always pay attention to your body, and adjust or stop when needed.
The class wraps up with a guided cool-down and stretch to aid recovery and relaxation.
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### Breakdown of the Workout
**Warm-Up & Mobility (01:44)**
We’ll initiate with movements aimed at loosening your muscles and joints while gradually ramping up your heart rate.
**Circuit Workout (08:49)**
– **Circuit 1 (with resistance band around thighs):**
– Hip Bridge (one heel elevated)
– Modified Side Plank with Top Knee Abductions
– Squat Pulse x2 + Tap
– Single-Leg Deadlift (staggered or hovering)
– **Circuit 2:**
– Sumo Squat with Push-Offs x4
– Back Lunge to Knee Drive + Squat
– Curtsy Lunge to Knee Drive + Squat
– Squat Clean x2 + Get Up
– Bear Plank with Knee Taps (bodyweight)
**Cool-Down & Stretch (41:04)**
We will conclude with a set of stretches designed to alleviate tension and support recovery.
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### Further Resources
I hope you find enjoyment in this lower body strength class! For additional lower body workouts, all organized can be found [here](https://pumpsandiron.com/workouts/lower-body-workouts/).
xo,
Nicole
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