Showing posts with label workout program. Show all posts
Showing posts with label workout program. Show all posts

Monday, November 11, 2013

Fat Burning Workout // HIIT

High Intensity Interval Training is great for breaking a plateau. They're also great if you're bored with the same old routine workouts. Throw in a HIIT workout every 2 weeks to boost your metabolism and break your routine! 




Stair stepper - 10 minutes

Jump rope - 100 reps

Self Squats - 30 reps

Jump rope - 100 reps

Self squats - 40 reps

Jump rope - 100 reps

Self squats - 50 reps

Jump rope - 100 reps

Self Squats - 60 reps


Wednesday, October 30, 2013

Beginner HIIT // 20 Minute Cardio




High Intensity interval Training

I've talked about this before and shared a few HIIT workouts. I love HIIT more than an awesome CrossFit workout! Great for getting you through a plateau and great for your motivation because - This. Will. Yield. Results. But It will kick your butt first. =]

HIIT can be done with more than just cardio, it applies to lifting as well. Check out my HIIT 100 workouts! 

The Workout:

Warmup with a 5 minute walk

30 second sprint

3 minute jog

30 second sprint

1 minute walk

REPEAT 3x



What HIIT workouts have you tried before?  

Wednesday, September 11, 2013

4-Week Shape Up Plan // Week 2

Congrats on making it to week 2! You should be proud of yourself, you've made it this far. Have you written down your goals lately!? Definitely write them down if you haven't already - make a goal board or a motivation board somewhat like this one here to keep you on track and motivated. I'm in the middle of making mine as we speak and I'll be sure to put it up as soon as I finish!

Put your motivation board in a high-traffic area so that you'll walk by it and see it numerous times throughout the day. Statistics have shown that people who write down their goals and make them visible are more likely to accomplish them. =]

Week 2

Make sure you're adequately stretching and warming up before completing your exercises - you don't want to injure yourself by working with cold muscles.

Day 1
No Equipment Arm Work Out
30 minutes of cardio - jogging, swimming, cycling - get your heart pumping!

Day 2
Butt, Legs and Thighs Work Out

Day 3
Full Body, No Equipment Workout
8 Minutes to 6-Pack Abs - this one is absolutely killer but you'll love the pay off


Day 4
No Equipment CrossFit Workout

Day 5
Intense 50

Day 6
HIIT 100 - I'm pretty sure you will hate me after this workout. It gets me every.time.


Day 7
Rest - you're going to need it after that last HIIT 100 workout


Week 1 Shape Up Plan

Monday, September 9, 2013

Intense 50 // No Equipment Full Body

Ready for another killer workout? Lucky for you this one you only complete once so give it all your effort!



50 air squats

50 burpees

50 reverse lunges

50 russian twists

50 butterfly situps

50 stairs

50 tuck jumps

50 lunges



You're up! What is your number 1 "problem area" that you can't seem to tame?

Sunday, September 8, 2013

No Equipment Arm Work Out //

Budgets are tight for many people these days and gym memberships are one of the first things to go when money is tight. I personally love no equipment workouts once in a while because frankly, sometimes, I. Don't. Want. To. Be. At. The. Gym. =] hahah especially when it's crowded. Are you ready to give this arm workout a whirl? =]



25 chair squats
25 pushups
15 tricep dips with leg extension
25 burpees


3 rounds



You're up! What are your favorite at-home workouts to do?


Thursday, September 5, 2013

Sore To The Core // Abdominal Work Out

Abs! Abs! Abs! It takes dedication to have a great set of abs! Keep up the hard work and don't let your muscles get comfy with the same ol' workout. 




Frog Sit Ups – 30 seconds

15 seconds of rest

Toe-Touch Sit Ups – 30 Seconds

15 seconds of rest

Side Crunches – 30 seconds each side

15 seconds of rest

Reverse Crunch – 3 sets of 15 reps

Your core is compiled of 4 different parts; Rectus Abdominus, Oblique, Intercostals, and Serratus. It’s imperative to work each of these muscles in order to achieve a solid core. The following exercises will target each of these areas so you can start seeing some washboard abs!

Rectus Abdominus: 
§  Location: Covers the area from sternum all the way down to the pelvis bone.
§  Exercises: Crunch or Sit Up

Oblique:
§  Location: Side of the waist.
§  Exercises: Side Bends and Decline Oblique Crunches

Intercostals:
§  Location: Between the side of the rib cage. It comes into play when you flex the torso and twist from side to side.
§  Exercise: Air Bike

Serratus:
§  Location: Between front abs and lats.
§  Exercises: Barbell Pullovers and Cable Crunches

*Keep in mind that your diet and cardio will need to be in check in order for you to see abs.
Your core muscles repair quicker that the rest of your muscles allowing you to work them daily without muscle deterioration.



Hard Core Workout // No Pun Intended

I know we're headed into fall and winter - however that's no reason to start slacking on the washboard abs. Just because you won't be religiously spending your weekends at the pool or on the lake anymore doesn't mean that you get to start ignoring these muscles! Get busy!




Cable Crunch – 30 seconds

15 seconds of rest

Side Bends – 30 seconds

15 seconds of rest

Crunches – 3 sets of 15

Reverse Crunch Curl – 3 sets of 15

3 rounds






Your core is compiled of 4 different parts; Rectus Abdominus, Oblique, Intercostals, and Serratus. It’s imperative to work each of these muscles in order to achieve a solid core. The following exercises will target each of these areas so you can start seeing some washboard abs!

Rectus Abdominus: 
§  Location: Covers the area from sternum all the way down to the pelvis bone.
§  Exercises: Crunch or Sit Up

Oblique:
§  Location: Side of the waist.
§  Exercises: Side Bends and Decline Oblique Crunches

Intercostals:
§  Location: Between the side of the rib cage. It comes into play when you flex the torso and twist from side to side.
§  Exercise: Air Bike

Serratus:
§  Location: Between front abs and lats.
§  Exercises: Barbell Pullovers and Cable Crunches

*Keep in mind that your diet and cardio will need to be in check in order for you to see abs.

Your core muscles repair quicker that the rest of your muscles allowing you to work them daily without muscle deterioration.


Wednesday, September 4, 2013

4-Week Shape Up Plan // Week 1

Hi Friends! I've been receiving numerous emails from readers requesting workout plans so I've finally decided to start offering them! 6-week, 8-week and 12-week plans as well as custom personalized workout plans that fit the needs of your specific fitness and nutritional goals are NOW available! WooHoo!

I decided to put together a little mini workout plan with workouts new work outs and work outs that I've already created. I'll be releasing 7-day plans. I guess you could consider this a trial run if you will. If you like the programming I provide, you may want to consider personalized online training or one of my training packages I create.



Week 1

Day 1
Lean Legs Work Out - awesome at-home workout using no equipment
Core Workout - get ready to feel the burn!

Day 2
Toned Arms - nothing shows dedication like strong arms
Core Workout - get busy - washboard abs won't wait

Day 3
Full Body Tabata Work Out  - amazing calorie incinerator 

Day 4
Back and Biceps Work Out  or if you'd rather not use equipment  Tabata Work Out
Intense Core Work Out - that's right! Feel that burn - it's working!

Day 5
No Equipment CrossFit Work Out

Day 6
Butt, Hips and Thighs Work Out - and you don't need equipment! 

Day 7
Rest! Obviously don't park it on the couch for a full 24-hours. Keep those muscles moving and take the dog for a walk, play some sand volleyball or do another low impact activity that you enjoy. 

*If you need to make an adjustment to your "rest day", go for it! This has to fit in YOUR lifestyle in order for it to BECOME your lifestyle. 




You're Up! What kind of workouts would you like to start seeing or seeing more of?





Washboard Abs Workout




You got it! Another core work out! Abs repair quickly but they also retain muscle memory almost as fast so it's key to change up your ab work outs regularly to avoid hitting a plateau.



Barbell Twists – 30 seconds

15 seconds of rest

Bicycle Crunches – 30 seconds

15 seconds of rest

Crunches – 30 seconds

15 seconds of rest

Leg Raises, Laying Down – 30 seconds

6 rounds

Your core is compiled of 4 different parts; Rectus Abdominus, Oblique, Intercostals, and Serratus. It’s imperative to work each of these muscles in order to achieve a solid core. The following exercises will target each of these areas so you can start seeing some washboard abs!

Rectus Abdominus: 
§  Location: Covers the area from sternum all the way down to the pelvis bone.
§  Exercises: Crunch or Sit Up

Oblique:
§  Location: Side of the waist.
§  Exercises: Side Bends and Decline Oblique Crunches

Intercostals:
§  Location: Between the side of the rib cage. It comes into play when you flex the torso and twist from side to side.
§  Exercise: Air Bike

Serratus:
§  Location: Between front abs and lats.
§  Exercises: Barbell Pullovers and Cable Crunches

*Keep in mind that your diet and cardio will need to be in check in order for you to see abs.

Your core muscles repair quicker that the rest of your muscles allowing you to work them daily without muscle deterioration.


Tuesday, August 20, 2013

12-Week Beginners Guide to Muscle Building // Phase 1 Get Started




Congrats on making the decision to start this journey to a fit lifestyle!  This 12-week program will guide you to becoming fit while teaching you all the tools you’ll need to maintain that fit and healthy lifestyle. Feel free to contact me with any questions you might have along the way!

Phase 1 is the muscle endurance phase so you’ll need to do 3 sets of 12 repetitions with 1 minute rest between sets. Remember not to push yourself beyond your abilities – it could cause injury or burnout due to sore muscles. You’ll want to lift 60% of your maximum ability.



Phase 1 // Week 1 // Day 1

The Workout
Chest and Triceps

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest 

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest
Standard or on knees

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest


Phase 1 // Week 1 // Day 2
Back and Biceps

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min
3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest 

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest


3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

Phase 1 // Week 1 // Day 3


It's LEG DAY! I LOVE leg day! =] 


Leg Press
3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

Leg Extensions
3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

Wide Stance Barbell Squat
3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

Seated Leg Curl
3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

Standing Calf Raises
3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

Seated Calf Raise
3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

Phase 1 // Week 1 // Day 4
You’re almost done with your first week of training! That wasn't so bad right?!

Shoulders and Abs

The Workout
3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps, 1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest 

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

Phase 1 // Week 1 // Day 5
REST

Phase 1 // Week 1 // Day 6
REST

Phase 1 // Week 1 // Day 7
REST


Phase 1 // Week 2 // Day 8
To Recap:  3 sets of 12 repetitions with 1 minute rest between sets

 Chest and Triceps 

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest
Standard or on knees

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest
Standard or on knees

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest


3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

Phase 1 // Week 2 // Day 9

Back and Biceps
3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest


Phase 1 // Week 2 // Day 10
You're on your way to some killer stems! You guessed it - LEG DAY!

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest





Phase 1 // Week 2 // Day 11


Shoulders and Abs

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps, 1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest

3 sets of 12 reps
1 min rest


Phase 1 // Week 2 // Day 12
Rest

Phase 1 // Week 2 // Day 13
Rest

Phase 1 // Week 2 // Day 14
Rest

Phase 1 // Week 3 // Day 15
Today is a big day! It’s the first day of muscle building! The last 2 weeks you’ve been prepping your muscles, now is when we start building and toning them! We're starting with our legs!

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

Phase 1 // Week 3 // Day 16
Back and Biceps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps
Alternate Option:
Pullup

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps
Alternate Option:
Bent-Over Barbell Row

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps


Phase 1 // Week 3 // Day 17

Keep up the hard work! You're probably doing things you you've never done and that is something to be proud of! Don't stop - let's keep pushing forward!

Chest and Triceps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps
Alternate Option:
Machine Flyes

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps
Alternate Option:
Bar Dips

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps



Phase 1 // Week 3 // Day 18
LEG DAY!!

Leg Extensions
3 sets of 10 reps

Wide Stance Barbell Squat
3 sets of 10 reps

Walking Barbell Lunge
3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps


Phase 1 // Week 3 // Day 19

We're focusing on shoulder and abs today! If you're struggling with motivation, make a motivation board if you haven't already. Here are some examples of some of  my favorite motivation boards, here, here and here


3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps per side

Phase 1 // Week 3 // Day 20
REST

Phase 1 // Week 3 // Day 21
REST

Phase 1 // Week 4 // Day 22

We're focusing on legs again today. Did you know that most people's "problem areas" are their butt and legs? We'll fix that! Keep up the hard work!


3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps


Phase 1 // Week 4 // Day 23

Today is a back and biceps day! Men, you know the drill - ladies, don't fret, conquering these muscles shows hard work and dedication. If you're not feeling like a bombshell yet, get ready because your back and biceps are the cherry on top.


Hammer Strength Lat Pull
3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps
Alternate Option:
Pullup

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps
Alternate Option:
Bent-Over Barbell Row

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps


Phase 1 // Week 4 // Day 24

Get ready to forget about flab with this triceps and chest work out. 

Wide Pus-ups (close hand position also shown)
3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps
Alternate Option:
Machine Flyes

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps
Alternate Option:
Bar Dips

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

Phase 1 // Week 4 // Day 25

Legs! Legs! Legs! You're about to have some killer legs. =] This leg workout will target your calves and quads. 

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps


3 sets of 10 reps

Phase 1 // Week 4 // Day 26

 Shoulders and Abs are on the agenda today. We're about to step into fall but that's no reason to slack on your midsection. Show your determination and focus while you build your best body. 


Seated Dumbbell Press
3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps

3 sets of 10 reps per side

Phase 1 // Week 4 // Day 27
REST

Phase 1 // Week 4 // Day 28
REST

Congratulations on completing phase 1 of 3 in the 12-Week Beginners Guide to Building Muscle Series. Up next is Phase 2 where we take it to The Next Level.

Phase 2 - Level Up