Tuesday, January 31, 2012

Beach Body Workout: Week 3

Do circuit A non-stop 2-3X for 10 repetitions each exercise. Rest for 1 minute then proceed to the next circuit. Do the next exercises 2-3x for 10 repetitions each.

Before doing any exercise program, consult your doctor first. Good luck!

A. Circuit 1:


1. Pushup


2. Jump Squat




3. Partial Mountain Climbers



B. Circuit 2:


1. Step Up


2. Chair Dips




3. Plank (Hold for 1 minute)






Monday, January 30, 2012

Jump Rope Exercises

Jump rope exercises have been used in fitness for a long time now. However, because of the availability of the rope and the exercises can be done practically anywhere, this "old school" of exercise is still being utilized up to now. 

The physical benefits of the exercises are tremendous, ranging from a total cardio vascular workout to toning of arms, legs and the core. However, precautions should be undertaken as this high impact exercise program can aggravate painful conditions of the joints of the spine, hips, knees and ankles. It is not advisable too to be performed by extremely obese persons because the added pounding on the joints brought about by the extreme body weight can hurt the joints themselves. Special consideration also, for the elderly who have been diagnosed with bone demineralization problems.

Monday, January 23, 2012

Beach Body Workout: Week 2

Do circuit A non-stop 2-3X for 10 repetitions each exercise. Rest for 1 minute then proceed to the next circuit. Do the next exercises 2-3x for 10 repetitions each.
Before doing any exercise program, consult your doctor first. Good luck!

A. Circuit 1:
1. Push ups

2. Ball Hip Bridge

3. Lunge Press

B. Circuit 2:
1. Plank (Hold position for 1 minute)

2. Boat & Bow (hold position for 30 secs to minute each)

3. Stability Ball Plank(Hold position for 30 secs to 1 minute)

Sunday, January 15, 2012

Beach Body Workout of the Week

Do circuit A non-stop 2-3X for 10 repetitions each exercise. Rest for 1 minute then proceed to the next circuit. Do the next exercises 2-3x for 10 repetitions each.

Before doing any exercise program, consult your doctor first. Good luck!

A. Circuit 1:
     1. Push ups
         2. Squat and Press
             3. Plank (Hold Position for 30 secs to 1 min)
 
B. Circuit 2:
     1. Jump Squat
         2. Mountain Climbers
             3. Side Plank (Hold position for 30 secs to 1 min)
             
   

Friday, January 13, 2012

Beach Body Program Week 1

Don't stick to one program. Variety is the key to a successful "beach body" program. Forget about the long jogs on the treadmill. You can have a high intensity program using light weights and just your body weight. Supplementing it with a good diet program, you can have the 'beach body' that you are longing for, perfect for this summer:


Here is a sample program:


Do the first circuit 2x-3x as tolerated, non stop. Have a quick water break before proceeding to the next circuit. Do it 2x-3x as tolerated. Always remember, before starting a workout program, consult your physician first.


A. Circuit 1:
     1. Squat X 15
     2. Push up X 15
     3. Plank X 20 secs


B. Circuit 2:
     1. Lunges X 15
     2. Jump Squat X 15
     3. Side Plank X 20 secs each side


Good luck!