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Urgent recall of dumbbells sold at US Walmart stores after 115 incidents reported

Urgent recall of dumbbells sold at US Walmart stores after 115 incidents reported

Published by Daniella Wilson

Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Stay ahead of the curve with our weekly guide to the latest trends, fashion, relationships and more Thousands of adjustable dumbbells sold at Walmart have been recalled after 115 reports of the weight plates dislodging. According to a recent report from the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, Tzumi Electronics is recalling 50,000 of its FitRx SmartBell Quick-Select 5-52.5-lbs. Adjustable Dumbbells. The product was sold for $10 at Walmart stores nationwide and on Walmart.com from January 2024 to November 2024. Along with the 115 reports of the dumbbell’s weight plates dislodging, according to the commission, there have been at least six injuries, including broken toes, bruises, contusions and lacerations. Recalled dumbbells — which can be adjusted from two and a half pounds to 52 pounds — have the model number 8361. Affected products have the serial numbers KK23288361 through KK23388361 and KK207608361 …

A trainer says these five exercises hit every major muscle group—all you need is five minutes and a set of dumbbells

A trainer says these five exercises hit every major muscle group—all you need is five minutes and a set of dumbbells

Published by Jenni Sidey

I love the simplicity of dumbbells. They’re versatile, straightforward to handle, it’s easy enough to work out what weight suits you best, and they’re great for weight training at home. All of this also makes them great for people who are at the start of their fitness journey. Article continues below You may like Denise Chakoian, a certified fitness trainer and owner of Core Cycle and Fitness LaGree, has compiled five dumbbell exercises that together hit every muscle group. Even more enticing is that Chakoian’s workout is just five minutes long. “They’re all compound movements, meaning multiple muscles working at once, which is the best way to make a five-minute workout worth doing,” she says. “The order is intentional too, starting with bigger, lower-body moves first, while you’re fresh, with a core finisher at the end when everything else is tired.” Start your week with achievable workout ideas, health tips and wellbeing advice in your inbox. The exercises target the quads, glutes, hamstrings, back, shoulders, biceps and core, without repeating a single move. It’s advisable …

All you need is a set of dumbbells and 15 minutes to build strength and muscle

All you need is a set of dumbbells and 15 minutes to build strength and muscle

Published by Jenni Sidey

Certified trainer and We Run coach Amanda Grimm says that strength training can make life easier. Doing something as straightforward as dumbbell workouts builds functional strength for everyday life—especially useful in later years. “In most cases, the intention of a dumbbell workout within your training session isn’t to get the physique of a bodybuilder, but to help make daily tasks easier—such as getting shopping out of the car, picking things off the floor, and even climbing the stairs without running out of breath,” she says. Article continues below You may like Even a 15-minute dumbbell workout like the one below can make a significant difference to your joint health, especially when done regularly, she says. “Try to complete the workout two to three times a week consistently to see improvements in muscle strength, bone, cardiovascular and even mental health levels.” How to do this 15-minute dumbbell workout Perform the following five exercises as a circuit, doing one exercise after the other, resting for between 15 and 30 seconds between exercises. Complete two rounds in total. …

The best adjustable dumbbells for upgrading your home workouts, reviewed by a PT

The best adjustable dumbbells for upgrading your home workouts, reviewed by a PT

Published by Sam Flores

The weight range is good, spanning from a light 2.3 kilograms to a heavier 22.7 kilograms per dumbbell in increments of 1.13 kilograms. It’s an odd increment amount but that’s because these adjustable dumbbells work in pounds rather than kilograms, so the 1.13 kilogram increment is 2.5 pounds. I will admit that I did struggle to work out what weight I was dealing with when using these, as every label displayed the weight in pounds rather than kilograms. The colour band indicators on the metal rails correspond to the weight chart on the handle, but as this was all in pounds, I had to keep doing mental arithmetic in my head to work out what that meant in kilograms. Once you’ve figured this out it’s a much smoother process. The padded rubber handle was comfortable to grip and didn’t feel rough on my hands, and despite the odd look of these, they still worked well overall. Key specifications Weight range: 2.3kg to 22.7kg Increment size: 1.13 kg (2.5lbs) Type of mechanism: Pin How do adjustable …

Strengthen your entire upper-body in just 20 minutes—all you need is a single pair of dumbbells

Strengthen your entire upper-body in just 20 minutes—all you need is a single pair of dumbbells

Published by Jenni Sidey

While it’s fun to use all the machines and free-weights in a commercial gym, all most people really need to enjoy a comprehensive upper-body workout is a pair of dumbbells. A set of dumbbells will challenge your pushing and pulling strength, while helping even out imbalances on either side of your body. And, in my view, the simpler the routine, the better. You may like This 20-minute AMRAP workout is something I’ve come to rely on when training clients—or myself—due to its accessibility and overall effectiveness. What does AMRAP mean? AMRAP stands for as many reps (or rounds) as possible. Set a timer for how long you want to work out for (20 minutes in this case) and perform as many rounds of the circuit as you can before the clock hits zero, resting as required. Note your score, then try to beat it next time you perform the workout. Start your week with achievable workout ideas, health tips and wellbeing advice in your inbox. How to do this 20-minute upper-body dumbbell workout This push-pull …