The 5 Best Machines for Women

Make yourself a regular on this equipment and you'll speed up your metabolism while sculpting sexy muscles.

The 5 Best Gym Machines

Begin by doing one set on each machine, using a weight you can lift between 8 and 15 times. If you can breeze through all the repetitions, go slightly heavier; if you're shaking after the first few reps, lower the amount of weight. Take a 30-second break (no more!) between each exercise to give your body adequate time to recover. Aim to do the workout two or three times a week. After two weeks, do two sets on each machine; after one month, challenge yourself. Promise: no bulky muscles.

The Payoff

  • You can bump up your metabolism by nearly 20 percent for at least two hours after your workout.
  • Studies show that circuit training twice a week may lower blood pressure and improve cardiovascular health.
  • It'll put you in a better mood. One recent study found that women who regularly lifted weights felt healthier and had a more positive body image.
  • A lean, sexy body!

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