Are We Done Yet Workout
So today we hit the Smith Machine pretty hard. I was a bit winded due to the extended weekend of lazying around and hanging out at the amusement park but I got up early and pushed on. Didn't help that I only got about 5.5 hours of sleep last night. I know I know I must do better but was watching the movie "Contraband" and just had to see ...
A Quickie
During a holiday weekend like this weekend it can be a challenge making time to work out when spending time with family and friends BUT here is a quickie workout that will at least allow you to achieve some activity for the day even if it doesn't burn all of the extra calories you may be consuming during this fun time!
ENJOY and let me know ...
Go For It Workout
Should have known I was going to have a challenging day when my high pony tail got caught in the car door this morning! I walk into the gym and lo' and behold...it is humid....and muggy. Where is the air conditioner when you need it? With that much dampness in the air it really helps with the AROMA of the entire place. Yes, I complained ...
No Future in Your Frontin’ Workout
This workout is one of my favs because I enjoy the multi-faceted usage of the cable machine.
Equipment needed:
Cable machine
Balance ball
Leg press
Dumbbells
First Set
Exercise
Reps
Weight
Cable machine – squats, shoulder presses
10
10
Cable machine – squat position, alternating shoulder presses
20
...
Push Up Variations
I enjoy watching Peter Carvell, Home Fitness Expert, of 6 Pack Abs. I've been watching his challenging videos for well over a year and he keeps things interesting. I bet you noticed I said "watching". I haven't actually tried a specific routine but have done each and every exercise he has showcased on my own in the gym during a variety of ...
And Then There Was One
This workout was completed a few months ago but I still remember it like it was yesterday! OUCH!
Equipment needed:
Platform or bench
Dumbbells
Exercise
Reps
Weight
Step up lunges on platform – left
12
20 lbs
Step up lunges on platform – right
12
20 lbs
Bicep curl and shoulder press
15
20 lbs
Close grip incline ...
Run For Your Lives Workout
Due to extenuating circumstances I have not been able to get to the gym at ALL this week OR to my home gym. The last time I worked out with weights was Friday, 5/11th and today was my first time back in the gym. I sort of knew I would regret it. I hooked up with Heather the trainer and she proceeded to start with the challenging workout. I ...
Bust Your Butt Workout
Exercise
Weight
Reps
Walking lunges
40 lbs
12 reps
Squats
40 lbs
12 reps
Shoulder presses (palms facing each other)
40 lbs
12 reps
Alternating bicep curls
15 lbs each
30 reps
Kick backs
20 lbs each
15 reps
Calf raises
40 lbs
50 reps
REPEAT
Box jumps
NA
15 reps
Wall sit
NA
...
What I’m Listening To
When I workout I need some heart-pounding, body-rocking, bass-thumping music in my ears. My propensity for the BASS comes from my years spent at one of the best universities in the country, Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University!
Go Rattlers!!!
So let's go...this is what I am listening to this week. I tend to rotate my music about ...
Femme Fitale Fever Workout
Happy Workout Wednesday!!!!
Every Wednesday I will post one of my most favorite workouts designed by my personal trainer. Please note, before starting any workout program check with your physician. Also, please adjust the weights to your fitness level. The weights noted in these workouts were set based on my fitness level at the time the ...
My Thursday workout with trainer
I have a wonderful personal trainer. She works at Brick Bodies which is a local franchise here in Baltimore, MD. She is inspiring and is a professional ballerina dancer.
I enjoy working out with her and she is very knowledgeable about health and wellness. I ask her a lot of questions and if she doesn't know, she will research and follow up ...