Who says you need to find childcare to workout? Check out this fun (and effective) workout we did with our toddler!
I try to incorporate core into as much of my work out as possible, even when it’s not the emphasis of the exercise. A strong core will increase your posture and your balance, which inevitably reduces your risk of falling.
Circuit training (aka HIIT workouts) burn a lot of calories in a short period of time. Your heart rate can stay elevated for hours after you complete the workout, burning extra calories for longer, thus both maximizing and optimizing your time in the gym. They are perfect for someone who has a packed schedule but still wants to get a workout in. Try this one and let me know what you think!
Not sure what to do at the gym? Try this total body circuit (15 reps each exercise, except for bicycles—do those 30 seconds per set, 4X). You can do this on your own or come work out with us in our private space, just for clients!
Crunched for time and need help optimizing your workout?
Watch my video about how compound exercises help you efficiently work more muscles AND burn more calories, helping you reach your fitness goals more quickly.��This is a great way to switch up your workouts.
If you’re not sure how to incorporate them into your routine, trainers like me can help!
Ab Blow Up
30-60 second V sit (Modification: put your hands down)
30-60 second Plank
15-20 Crunches/Sit Ups (Pro Tip: Place your hands on your chest, not behind your head)
15-30 seconds of Laying Scissors
Repeat 3X
Kettlebell Swings - Posterior Chain Exercise
I’m going to begin by showing you three ways I see this commonly done incorrectly. Then I’m going to end it with the proper form.
In the first attempt, my back is rounded and my chin is tucked.
In attempt two, my wrists are relaxed with too much squat, not utilizing the deadlift motion that should be used with kettlebell swings.
And in attempt three, you can see that there is a lot of hyperextension at the top of my repetition.
The correct form includes locked wrists with kettlebell pointed straight out at the top of your rep. You’ll notice at the bottom of the rep, that I am in a deadlift position, not a squat. Spine is aligned and head is in a neutral position (as they always should be!)
Got 10 minutes? Try this workout between meetings, or whenever you can fit it in!
🏋️♀️ 12 Lunges, each leg. Check out the modification in the video!
✨ 15 Jumping Jacks
💪 30-second Plank
🔥 20 Shoulder Flutters
🔁 Repeat 4X
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Overhead Press: Shoulders
Your spine should be inline. Do this by keeping your head in the neutral position (facing forward). When in the down position, your elbows should be slightly in front of your shoulders/body, not next to and never behind.
Check out this video where I show the incorrect/poor form/risk of injury way to perform an overhead press, and then watch closely as I modify my form to show you the correct way to perform it and work those shoulders!
***This exercise is not for everyone. It is strongly advised you consult a professional before engaging in physical activity.
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Overhead Press: Shoulders
Your spine should be inline. Do this by keeping your head in the neutral position (facing forward). When in the down position, your elbows should be slightly in front of your shoulders/body, not next to and never behind.
Check out this video where I show the incorrect/poor form/risk of injury way to perform an overhead press, and then watch closely as I modify my form to show you the correct way to perform it and work those shoulders!
***This exercise is not for everyone. It is strongly advised you consult a professional before engaging in physical activity.
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Here we are at the beginning of another year. Let’s make this year about gratitude. Let’s make it about health. Let’s make it about growth. Let’s make it about you.
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