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5 Classic Strength Moves

From contralateral and unilateral, to plyometrics and calisthenics, strength training can be a quagmire of confusion. And we’d forgive you for thinking that the most challenging exercises will get you to your goals sooner, but Nike trainer and Muay Thai boxer Nesrine Dally argues that you’ll get nowhere without the basics. Move well, move more is her mantra.

“I make sure my clients have full technical proficiency and can perform fundamental movements with good that form a stable strength base. It should take 20 to 30 mins, depending on how much rest you give yourself. Remember: don’t run before you can walk.

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