This article originally appeared in Shape.com.

Bouncy boots. Vibration plates. Shake Weights. Trendy workouts for women are always popping up in an attempt to keep things interesting and inspire people to move (we're all here for that!), but some are little more than pricey toys. (BTW, here are the best and worst "as seen on TV" abs products.)

To cut through the B.S., here's a solid set of the best exercises that will help you feel strong and confident when combined into heart-pumping workouts for women. Best part? They don't require tons of equipment—you just need a yoga mat (or soft floor!), something to step up on, and a pair of light- and medium-weight dumbbells. (Which you can get on Amazon for, like, so cheap.)

Read on for the 10 of the best exercises for women for strengthening your core, inner thighs, butt, and shoulders, plus tips on how to seamlessly add them into your workout routine.

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