Group words by body parts, focusing on muscle groups targeted during workouts.
The Spangram reinforces the theme with a fitness-related phrase tied to strength training.
Strands is a captivating blend of Spelling Bee, Connections, and classic Crossword.
Welcome back to our daily NYT Strands guide. Today’s theme centers on going to the gym. The Spangram begins near the left side of the grid. Hints and clues are listed below, or you can head straight to the answer key.
Unlike the theme words, the Spangram stretches across the grid, connecting two opposite sides. It can change direction as it winds through adjacent letters, making it one of the puzzle's defining features.
If you're new to NYT Strands, here's a quick overview of how the game works. The game combines elements of the NYT Crossword, Connections, and Spelling Bee. Players are given letters on a 6×8 board, along with a daily theme as a hint. NYT Strands is an engaging word puzzle that challenges players' vocabulary and pattern-recognition skills.
Did you know that there are some words you can use as hints to find the answers? We have compiled the best hints. Take a look:
Lats
Pecs
Biceps
Obliques
Quads
Hamstrings
Today’s Spangram is MUSCLE GROUP. To find it, start at the M in the far-left column, two rows below the top, and follow the connected letters across the grid.
A muscle group is a collection of muscles that work together to perform a particular movement. Common examples include the chest, back, arms, shoulders, core, and legs.
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Here are a few simple tips that can help you solve NYT Strands more quickly. First, identify the theme. Start by thinking about words related to today’s theme, 'Pumping iron.' Another helpful tip is to look for long words stretching across the edges of the grid, as they often form the Spangram.
Today’s theme, 'Work it out,' refers to muscle groups commonly engaged during exercise and strength training. Each answer identifies a muscle or muscle group targeted during activities such as weightlifting, resistance training or bodyweight exercises.
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