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    What kind of exercises can I do at home while gyms are closed during COVID?
    Alphonso White
    Alphonso White
    Certified Personal Trainer, CompleteBody NYC
    Alphonso White is a Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Coach at CompleteBody in New York City. With over 20 years of experience in the personal fitness industry, Alphonso specializes in fat loss, toning, and functional training. As an ACE Certified Personal Trainer (ACE-CPT), he creates structured, personal workout plans geared towards short and long-term fitness goals. Alphonso also holds a BS in Nutrition and Exercise Science from Queens College and is a Black Belt in Seido Karate.
    Alphonso White
    Certified Personal Trainer, CompleteBody NYC
    Expert Answer
    If you don't have any equipment, you can do bodyweight exercises, like squats, push-ups, and planks. If you have a set of dumbbells, you can add things like dumbbell presses and dumbbell rows.
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    How many breaks should I take during exercise?
    vani samalla
    vani samalla
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    It depends upon your body and the load of exercises. Normally, you would take two to four breaks for five minutes each, if you are doing exercise for an hour. If you do more than an hour, take breaks when you get tired.
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    Does it help to drink a lot of water?
    Nehachopra567
    Nehachopra567
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    Yes. Drinking at least 8 glasses (about 2 liters) of water will keep you hydrated, will make you feel full, and will help you shed the weight that your body has been holding on to.
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    Which exercise is better to gain weight without going to the gym?
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    Community Answer
    Squats, pull-ups, and lifts with heavy weights will help you put on muscle weight. Eating a lot of protein will also help.
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    What time is best for exercising?
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    Community Answer
    It depends on your own preferences. Any time is ideal, as long as you make the time.
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    Should I take breaks when exercising?
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    Taking breaks while exercising can be very beneficial. Small breaks can help build strength and endurance for all levels of fitness. Scheduled breaks, most commonly known as intervals, help use your time and effort most effectively. On the flip side, you should always listen to your body and take unscheduled breaks when your body needs one.
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    How do I get a six pack?
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    Exercising is your best option: Both cardio and weightlifting. Start off with a cardio warm-up that leads into an exercise routine that focuses mainly on weightlifting. Don't only focus on your upper body though! Diet is also important so make sure you eat according to how much you exercise per week.
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    Can I get curves from exercising?
    VermontGal
    VermontGal
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    Yes, although it must be through a combination of strength and weight loss. Toned muscles will show off a curvier look. However, if there is a big layer of fat, the effect isn't so dramatic.
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    How can I get motivated?
    Chelsea Cohen
    Chelsea Cohen
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    Finding the motivation to exercise can be difficult. One good motivation trick is to work out with a friend. They can hold you accountable so you show up even on days when you don't feel like it.
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    How do I get a muscular body?
    Chelsea Cohen
    Chelsea Cohen
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    Building body muscle is a long journey that requires consistent resistance and endurance training. Start with bodyweight exercises to get used to the form and motions of strength training. Then, build up to incorporate weights.
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    How do I reduce muscles in my hand?
    Chelsea Cohen
    Chelsea Cohen
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    There isn't an effective way to isolate the muscles in your hands to encourage muscle loss. If your hand muscles are interfering with your daily life, consider consulting your doctor.
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    How to have flat stomach?
    Donagan
    Donagan
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    See Exercise for a Flat Stomach and related articles.
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