Fill with colored beads, dried beans, or even water to add weight. Vary levels and contents for desired heaviness, then work those triceps and biceps.
Water Bottle Hand Weights Reuse empty water bottles for a junior weight-training workout.
From Catherine Holecko, About.com
Rescue a few water bottles from the recycling bin for instant, kid-friendly hand weights.
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