What Size Dumbbells Should You Use?

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We get a lot of questions from many people around the world asking about what size dumbbells Meredith uses in her workout videos so we decided to dedicate one episode to discussing what dumbbells we use but more importantly which ones are best for you.

Dumbbells are a great piece of workout equipment to have with you. They are great for resistance training, building up muscle in all parts of the body from both upper and lower areas.

But what sizes should you invest in? Are there different style to look for?

In This Episode You Will Learn:

1). Meredith breaks down the exact weight and size dumbbells she commonly uses in her workout videos.

2). Tips on buying dumbbells and the important things you should look for when shopping.

3). Some suggestions from Meredith on how to decide if the dumbbells you are using are too heavy or too light.

4). Why form is so important when using dumbbells and how focusing on form can be the difference between a great workout or risk injury.

5). Why dumbbells are so popular and perfect for the home gym if you can find the right set for you using the tips in this episode.

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We hope this episode helps you decide what size dumbbells are best for you and how to go about looking for the right ones. There are many things to consider when putting together your “home gym” and having the right set of dumbbells that you feel comfortable with can make a big difference.

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Meredith Chen is an AFAA-certified personal and group fitness trainer and the host of the popular YouTube channel, Senior Fitness with Meredith. She has been training for over 15 years, has been endorsed by healthcare professionals and physical therapists, and has shadowed top industry experts to continuously create the best and safest content for her viewers and participants.

Meredith became interested in working with older adults after a client asked her to become the Fitness Coordinator at a local senior community, and the rest is history! Meredith has a passion for motivating others to lead happy and healthy lifestyles and is dedicated to helping seniors enrich their mental, physical, and nutritional wellness. Her goals are to help all audiences in their health and fitness journey, be an overall inspiration, and help others reach their goals.

Meredith says, “I see fitness not just as a ‘go, go, go,’ ‘push yourself harder,’ ‘run faster’ objective. It is more purposeful, more long-term in benefits, and for overall wellness.”
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