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That said, there's more to strength training than an unassuming set of dumbbells.
If you're looking to take your workout to the next level, here are four great fitness tools to consider using.
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DON'T MISS: This simple workout accessory will help you strengthen your core at the office
An abdominal cushion
A strong core can alleviate back pain, increase mobility, and improve your posture, but you might not have hours to spend on crunches at the gym.
Enter the Bintiva's wobble cushion: Simply place it on your work chair, take a seat, and it'll offer the same exercise as a normal stability ball, minus the bulk. If you're able to squeeze in a quick workout, you can also take this to the gym to further work on your abdominals and lower extremities.
Bintiva Stability Cushion, $14.99 - $15.99
A set of dumbbells
Bow Flex's adjustable dumbbells are a must-have for any home gym. Instead of picking up a full set of weights, you can easily adjust these dumbbells from 5 lbs. to 52.5 lbs.
Bowflex SelectTech 552 Adjustable Dumbbells, $249 for set of two
An ab carver
Perfect Fitness' Ab Carver has a patented spring design to make the most out of each movement.Once you push the ab carver forward, the steel springs inside offer additional resistance to engage your core and give your workout the extra push it needs. As you roll back to your starting position, the springs loosen up so you won't put too much pressure on your back.
Perfect Fitness Ab Carver Pro, $39.99
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