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Kill That BOOTY with Kettlebell Moves (and get some A$$kicking in!)

by Brandi Marino of The Beyond Studios

The only thing we love more than doing kettlebells or Pilates on its own is a badass workout that fuses the two for even better body-sculpting results. Why do just one workout when you can get the benefits of a two-in-one sweat sesh? Because while swinging a kettlebell does have its benefits, building those moves into specific workout structures can bring you even closer to your body goals, whether that’s building muscle or sporting a chiseled long lean Pilates body.

To help (because, hey, it’s not like we all have degrees in sports science), I reached out to some of my fitness god friends to create three unique workouts using just seven kettlebell exercises. Stick with the plans below, alternating workouts three to four times a week, for the next three weeks, and you’ll sculpt a fierce long lean Pilates Body look with the muscular strength to back it up—just in case anyone decides to challenge you! Shout out to Track & Field for the awesome outfits featured in this article and The Beyond Studios videos!

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Best Booty Sculpting Exercises

Target the glutes with some of the best booty sculpting exercises from the Booya library!

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Booty Press

Begin on your hands and knees, clasping your hands together as if you were holding a low plank.  Keeping your knee bent, raise one leg, pulsing your heel towards the ceiling.

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Your Guide to Summer Swimming

Along with giving you a welcome reprieve from the summer heat, jumping in the pool for a swim can give you a great workout.  Swimming is not only a great cardio workout but, because the water provides resistance, you’ll also be building strength at the same time.  Today we have Alyssa Godesky, professional athlete and coach, to give you some tips for getting your swim on.

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