Vacation Time Workout
This is one of my trainer's all time favorites! I did this workout some time last year and can still feel the "burn". Try and let me know how you feel afterwards by leaving a comment below!
Equipment Needed:
Barbell
Step Bench
Exercise
Reps
Weight
Walking lunges
12
25
Squats
20
25
Shoulder presses (palms facing each other)...
How To Stay Motivated
I remember first committing to a more regular workout routine. I was excited and felt I could take on the world! Even though I was not at my physical peak I felt STRONG! I engulfed myself into fitness by subscribing to magazines and IN MY HEAD seeing and doing the exercises. And then after about a month or so...the feeling wanes and I ...
Make Me Stronger Workout
This morning I woke up and felt good. Had good energy and sipped on water prior to this workout. It is intense because my trainer incorporated a bunch of trisets and combinations that kept the body working and guessing. On my way home I passed my husband on the way to the gym - he thought he would still catch me there to "smoke me" as he ...
Keep On – D Train Video
If you do not have this on your playlist - it is an awesome workout song! Yes it is from the 80's....and right when I am about to give up on push ups....the chorus chimes in!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qY1RvCU0rII
Fitness Idol – Erin Stern
Erin Stern is absolutely AMAZING! I first came across her while reading several of the fitness magazines I subscribe to. What I admire about her is her athleticism, competitiveness and physique. She has been on too many covers and fitness contests to count.
Check her out.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rwQXAb2flE0
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I’m Too Old For This Workout
This workout had me crawling out of the gym. I mean...literally on hands and knees crawling past folks coming in the door!
Equipment needed:
Hamstring curl machine
Stepmill
Bosu ball
First Set
Exercise
Reps
Weight
Hamstring curl
12
60 lbs
Hamstring curl - top half
12
60 lbs
Hamstring curl - pulses
12
30 lbs
Walking ...
Fitness Idol – Jade Teta and Jill Coleman
A few nights ago on Facebook the Metabolic Effect team hosted a 1 hour Q&A session with Jade Teta who is one of the authors of The Metabolic Effect Diet book. He is a biochemist, holistic physician and personal trainer! Phew! The session was wonderful and it looked like he responded to each and every person's questions. I was impressed ...
Heart Rate Monitor Watch
About 3 weeks ago I posted about losing my beloved Sportline heart rate monitor. I have no idea how I lost it. I went running with a friend from college, documented my workout in Runkeeper and then went to the grocery store. We returned, we made smoothies and then she was on her way. Well I looked high and low for that puppy and could ...
In The Gym with Jaquelyn Kastelic
I first read about Jaquelyn in a fitness magazine. It was near the end of last year and there was this article about a petite woman who lifts MASSIVE weights so I read her story. I was impressed with her ever since. I have "liked" her page on Facebook, figured out when I will be able to try her Crossfit "box" located in Virginia (haven't ...
HIIT the Hills Routine
Ok I am not going to lie..you will be WHIPPED after this one but it will be all worth it! If anyone is like me (I'm currently working on Operation Bikini Bahamas) then to achieve my current fitness goals will require some heavy-handed workouts! If you are with me, and have your own personal fitness mission for the summer leave a comment and ...
Get It In Workout
Typically once a week I workout with a trainer and a friend of mine together in a group. Below is one of the workouts she had for us.
Equipment Needed:
Water
Towel
Positive attitude
Row machine
Cable machine
Exercise
Reps
Weight
Cable Machine
Squat position row
12
22.5 lbs
Lunge back row
12
22.5 lbs
Standing chest ...
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 ...
I Was Hating Life Today
Today, the alarm clock did NOT go off but m body clock woke me up instead. I opened my eyes, stared at the curtained window in the dark while the clock time announced5:05 am...and I was not happy!
I was tired still and did not want to leave the warmth and comfort of my cozy bed at such a God-awful time of morning. So I contemplated rolling ...
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 ...
I Feel Good Workout
Today was my workout day with my trainer Heather who is FANTASTIC! Anyway, felt good today and was ready to get active and challenge myself. Heather never ceases to disappoint.
Unfortunately the gym environment felt a little hot and muggy which always makes me crabby but hey it was 6:00 am in the morning and it takes a while for the A/C to ...