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Exercise Swaps for Similar Results

Try these easy tweaks when equipment, injury, or strength limits you

By Jessica Smith
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Different Move, Same Results
Workout routines from DVDs and magazines can be super helpful when it comes to reaching your fitness goals. But what do you do when you can't do the suggested moves or don't have access to the right equipment? We asked the experts to suggest some alternative (but just as effective) exercises to use when equipment, strength, or injury limits you. Because "I don't have a Swiss ball" is no excuse to skip your workout!

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