Thursday, October 6, 2011
4 Ways to Make the Most of Your Workouts | Active.com
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4 Ways to Make the Most of Your Workouts | Active.com
Wednesday, October 5, 2011
Exercise-O-Rama!
Want to know the skinny on the moves I used have time and time again to obtain definite and amazing results?! Of course, you do!!! Haha... Be prepared to not be lazy. And, don't forget to hydrate!
Warning: These challenging moves should always be performed with caution and you should consult your physician prior to working out, if you haven't worked in awhile or are new to working out with weights or using any sort of strength and/or resistance training. Also, I am not trying to rear you from your personal or athletic trainer's advice or instruction, I'm merely suggesting that these moves have proved to my body that they work and worth all the sweat and tears!
First, MUSIC! I have to have something to distract my mind from the grueling workout that I endure. What happens to be on my list? Just a few amazing songs:
On to what I did at the gym for an hour long... TOO MUCH!!!
Legs/Butt:
1. Hip Adduction (3 sets, 15 reps, 60 lbs.)
2. Hip Abduction (3 sets, 15 reps, 60 lbs.)
3. Leg Press (3 sets, 15 reps, 90 lbs.)
4. Dead Leg Lift (3 sets, 20 reps, 30 lbs.)
5. Squats (I used an assist bar and put 20 lbs. on it, 3 sets, 15 reps)
6. Walking Lunges (I used two 5 lb. hand held weights, 3 sets, 30 steps forward)
No cardio on that day or upper body. Normally, I stick to one part of my body (lower body and abs) on one day, the opposite the next (upper body), cardio the next or I incorporate cardio with light legs/butt or arms/shoulders/upper back. I will post some sweet pictures of me in action, so stay tuned. And, have fun!
Also, below I posted some GREAT links for those wanting to get an insight on what to eat after an intense workout or run and an article on boosting your endurance!
http://www.active.com/nutrition/Articles/Recovery_Foods.htm?cmp=1747&fb_ref=articles&fb_source=profile_oneline
http://www.active.com/running/Articles/Boost_Your_Endurance_in_7_Simple_Steps.htm?cmp=17-1-1336
Warning: These challenging moves should always be performed with caution and you should consult your physician prior to working out, if you haven't worked in awhile or are new to working out with weights or using any sort of strength and/or resistance training. Also, I am not trying to rear you from your personal or athletic trainer's advice or instruction, I'm merely suggesting that these moves have proved to my body that they work and worth all the sweat and tears!
First, MUSIC! I have to have something to distract my mind from the grueling workout that I endure. What happens to be on my list? Just a few amazing songs:
- Handsome Furs- Get Started
- Hole- Violet
- Modest Mouse- Doin' The Cockroach
- Pinback- AFK
- Death Cab for Cutie- Equinox
- LMFAO- Party Rock Anthem <--- I know, don't laugh though! It's a great workout song!
- Queens of the Stone Age- Little Sister
- Yeah Yeah Yeahs- Y Control
- Flock of Seagulls- I Ran
- The Postal Service- Such Great Heights
- TV on the Radio- Wolf Like Me
- No Doubt- Hella Good
- The Kills- Future Starts Slow
- Madonna- Holiday
On to what I did at the gym for an hour long... TOO MUCH!!!
Legs/Butt:
1. Hip Adduction (3 sets, 15 reps, 60 lbs.)
2. Hip Abduction (3 sets, 15 reps, 60 lbs.)
3. Leg Press (3 sets, 15 reps, 90 lbs.)
4. Dead Leg Lift (3 sets, 20 reps, 30 lbs.)
5. Squats (I used an assist bar and put 20 lbs. on it, 3 sets, 15 reps)
6. Walking Lunges (I used two 5 lb. hand held weights, 3 sets, 30 steps forward)
No cardio on that day or upper body. Normally, I stick to one part of my body (lower body and abs) on one day, the opposite the next (upper body), cardio the next or I incorporate cardio with light legs/butt or arms/shoulders/upper back. I will post some sweet pictures of me in action, so stay tuned. And, have fun!
Also, below I posted some GREAT links for those wanting to get an insight on what to eat after an intense workout or run and an article on boosting your endurance!
http://www.active.com/nutrition/Articles/Recovery_Foods.htm?cmp=1747&fb_ref=articles&fb_source=profile_oneline
http://www.active.com/running/Articles/Boost_Your_Endurance_in_7_Simple_Steps.htm?cmp=17-1-1336
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