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Edition #57 | Protein-packed strawberry ice cream bars

Plus: Can you do the viral 'Shrimp Challenge'?

Good morning and welcome to The Weekly Rep, the official newsletter of fitness. Shoutout to the new readers this week! We now have 15,679 readers.

In today’s edition:

  • 3-ingredient ice cream bars that’ll become a summer staple

  • What TikTok’s viral ‘Shrimp Challenge’ says about your fitness

  • Strengthen your core (no crunches required)

  • Don’t forget to check out the NEWLY UPDATED “Deals of the Month” at the bottom!

Let’s dive in 💥

IN THE NEWS 
WEEKLY WORKOUT

Six-Pack Abs — The Right Way

While we’re not going to clickbait you in with some “get a six-pack for summer” title, we are going to tell you that this core tutorial from Kelly Matthews will help you build a strong, sleek core (with time and dedication). Ditch the 10 minutes of crunches and give these science-backed ab movements a go to see if you can feel the difference.

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PROFILE

The Incredible Discipline of Tim Tebow

Tim Tebow is pretty much a household name. Whether you know him from his time as a pro athlete, you’re a fan of his favorite snacks, or you’ve been following along as his foundation strives to change the world, we're willing to bet that you at least know who Tim Tebow is.

But do you know why he does the things that he does? 

THINGS TO…
…DO 🦐

The Shrimp Challenge

If you’re on TikTok or Instagram, chances are you’ve seen the viral ‘Shrimp Challenge’ circulating through your feed. This mobility-based movement requires you to kneel, grab one foot, and try to stand up. Give it a try, and then find out what being able to complete (or not complete) the challenge means for your fitness.

…KNOW 💬

The 5 Pillars of Healthy Aging

Prioritizing your physical fitness isn’t just beneficial when you’re young; in fact, staying active might actually benefit you even more as you age. Author Caroline Paul recently studied people in their 60s, 70s, 80s, and even 90s, and found that these five things (surprise, maintaining your physical health is one of them) helped to increase longevity.

…EAT 🍓

Strawberry Ice Cream Bars

The perfect protein-packed recipe for summer doesn’t ex— actually, it does. And it’s these chocolate-covered strawberry ice cream bars. Made with just three ingredients, these low-sugar, high-protein bars make the perfect post-workout snack or late-night sweet treat that tastes just like summertime.

FITNESS FUN
  • Dad Joke of the Week

    • Q — Honestly, I don’t mind leg day at the gym.

    • A — It’s just the two days after that I can’t stand.

  • Waiting for the machine you need to open up.

  • If you could hear everyone’s thoughts at the gym.

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