Showing posts with label 30 day challenge. Show all posts
Showing posts with label 30 day challenge. Show all posts

Saturday, February 28, 2015

Lean Muscle Building Workout Challenge


This is a 4-Week Workout Challenge focused on building lean muscle. Lean muscle mass helps improve your metabolism, give your body shape, and improve your strength. 

Each Week incorporates 1-2 Days of rest. Rest days are when your muscles build strength. You can choose to add up to 30 minutes of cardio to any of these workouts. Be sure to take at least 1 full rest day per week. 

Listen to your body throughout the month and be sure to stretch. As always, consult your doctor before starting a new fitness routine and/or if you have any health/injury concerns. 

Aim to consume at least 1 gram of protein per pound of desired weight. IE Goal Weight=135 lbs. Aim to consume 135 grams of protein per day. 

You must consume enough calories to build muscle. Remember, calories are units of energy. You have to consume enough calories to build muscle and power your workouts. 

Have fun!
Melissa


Week 1:
HIIT to Be FIIT
Slim & Sculpted Arms Workout
10 Minute Tighter Waist Core Workout
30 Minute Home Dumbbell Workout
Lower Body Sculpt & Shape

Week 2:
HIIT Full Body Workout: 20 Minutes Per Round

Arms & Back: Quick Home Workout
Stretches to Improve Flexibility for Splits
21 Minute HIIT: Full Body Workout
HIIT It, Sweat It, Tone It: Workout + Hill Sprints

Week 3:Boot Camp HIIT: 20 Minutes Per Round
Full Body Fitness Makeover
Extreme Sweat: Full Body Home Workout
Tight Stomach Toning Workout
Lower Body Blast: Burn, Shape & Sculpt Workout
Body Weight: Full Length Workout

Week 4:
20 Minute: Core Cardio Fat Burn HIIT
Dynamic Body Workout: 15 Minute HIIT Per Round
Lower Body, Low Impact Workout: Quiet, No Jumping!
Terrific Tummy Toner: 20 Minute Fat Burn HIIT
Working for a Sexy Body Fat Burn
20 Minutes Per Round: Full Body Workout

Sunday, February 1, 2015

30-Day Instagram Exercise Challenge Moves


Hi Everyone! 

Below you will find all of the moves for my 30-Day Instagram Bonus Workout Challenge. You can follow me on Instagram at @BenderFitness

For full length workouts: the full HIIT the New Year Hard Workout Challenge exercise list can be found HERE

I am getting ready to start my February Lean Muscle Building Challenge, and will be having a new Instagram Bonus Challenge. 

Have fun with the challenges!
Melissa













































Friday, January 2, 2015

HIIT the New Year Hard: Workouts


Workouts:

This workout list will be updated throughout the course of the Challenge. 
You can join the DietBet Challenge at www.dietbet.com/BenderFitness.
30 Day Instagram Bonus Move Challenge: @BenderFitness

The full list of Bonus Moves can be found HERE. The Bonus moves can be done in addition to your workouts, or as a stand alone challenge. 

 If you are joining me for the challenge don't forget to check in on FacebookInstagram or Twitter. The check in posts are a great way to stay motivated and on track. :)

During the challenge, please remember to listen to your body. If you need a rest day take one, and then continue with the program. You can also alternate an active rest or yoga day for one of the workouts. 


Week1:
HIIT the New Year Hard Workout 1: Full Body
Workout 2: Quick Core Workout: Core Workout
Workout 3: Lower Body
Workout 4: Full Body Standing Dumbbell Workout
Workout 5: 20 Minute Cardio HIIT & Sweat or 20 Minute Tummy Toner
Workout 6: 30 Minute Yoga Flow& Stretch
Workout 7: 15 Minute Cardio HIIT Fat Burn

Week 2:
Workout 8: Love HIIT: 10 Minute Dumbbell Workout
Workout 9: Arms and Back
Workout 10: 20 Minute Belly Fat Burn
Workout 11: Better Booty Workout: Glutes, Hamstrings, Thighs & Legs or Interval Treadmill Workout
Workout 12: Full Body Workout
Workout 13: 20 Minute Sculpt & Sweat
Workout 14: 30 Minute Yoga, Pilates, Fitness Fusion

Week 3: 
Workout 15: Bubble Butt Cardio Burn
Workout 16: Arms & Abs HIIT and/or Standing Abs & Thighs Workout
Workout 17: Plyo HIIT Fat Burning Body Sculpt
Workout 18: Power Interval Workout with Cardio
Workout 19: 100-200 Rep Full Body Workout & Cardio
Workout 20: Abs & Core Galore
Workout 21: 22 Minute HIIT Sweat Body Weight Workout

Week 4:
Workout 22: Strengthen, Sweat & Run
Workout 23: 20 Minute HIIT Boot Camp
Workout: 24: 10 Minute Core Sculpt Workout
Workout: 25: In the Mood Full Body Workout
Workout 26: Dancer Body Workout
Workout 27: Yoga Flow Workout: Lean Stretch Fat Burn
Workout 28: 20 Minute HIIT Core & Legs

Workout 29: Plyo HIIT Workout: Burn Fat Fast
Workout 30: 15 Minute HIIT Interval Workout: Body Weight


Monday, September 29, 2014

Diet Bet Challenge: Day 29: 15 Minute Plyo HIIT Workout: Burn Fat Fast


Hi Everyone!

We are down to the last two workouts of the Diet Bet challenge! Today is Day 29. Hopefully you have seen changes in more than just your weight, and are feeling healthier, stronger, more endurance, and more fit overall. 

I hope you're ready to sweat with today's workout! This workout utilizes a lot of fun and challenging plyometric movements. Plyometric exercises have been shown to improve your speed, muscle power, endurance, and have a high caloric burn. 

This is a great workout for burning fat, and improving strength, overall athleticism, and power of movement. As always, focus on form throughout the routine. You can repeat this workout up to 3X or pair it with 30 minutes cardio of choice. 

I hope you all enjoy tonight's workout!

Melissa

Check in on FacebookInstagram or Twitter to let me know how you're doing with your goal!

PS My sports bra is the Spider Back from Affitnity.  I'm an Ambassador for Affitnity so you can get 15% off at checkout by using the code BenderFitness. :)



Equipment: Gymboss Interval Timer set for 15 rounds of 10/50. 

1. Jump Rope (or Ropeless Jumping)
2. Squat Jump
3. Tuck Jump Burpee
4. Bridge Hopper (right)
5. Bridge Hopper (left)
6. Frogger
7. Warrior Lunge Jump
8. Speed Skater
9. Mountain Hopper
10. Tap & Punch Squat Jump
11. High Knees Burpee
12. Down Dog Hop
13. Wide Leg Frogger
14. Lunge Jump
15. Russian Kicks

Repeat 1-3X

Sunday, August 31, 2014

30 Day Diet Bet Challenge Workout Program



Hi Everyone!

Welcome to my DietBet Workout Program. This is a 30 Day Program to help you achieve your goal of losing 4% of your body weight during the month. Weigh in starts on Sept 1-2, the game officially starts September 3rd, but you can join up to 2 weeks into the game. 

I will be updating this list daily with links to each workout for the month so you will have an easy reference point to access each workout. 

If you haven't signed up for my DietBet you can do so here: www.dietbet.com/BenderFitness

You win money for achieving your goal, plus you have a chance to win:
-Personalized training/workout programs with me
-$50 Gift Card to Affitnity
-$50 Gift Card to Total Nutrition Mansfield and Alkalinity Fuel Vitamins 

For those of you joining the DietBet I am also including four brand new specialized workouts throughout the month. You will receive special access to one new workout per week to use in addition to the program listed below. 

Enjoy the challenge and the workout program! I can't wait to see everyone's progress pictures as we achieve our goals together! You can check in throughout the challenge: 

Check in on FacebookInstagram or Twitter throughout the month to let me know how you're doing with your goal! You can share your progress pictures/results or keep them private, but it's a great way to keep track of your success during the month. 

Melissa


Week 1:
The Links will be activated daily throughout the month so you can easily find each workout for the challenge. Bookmark this page for easy access!

***Be Sure to Weigh In and Take Progress Photos If You Are Joining the Challenge****


Week 2: 
Day 10: Abs on Fire
Day 13: Arms and Back

Week 3:
Day 15: Trial by Burpee

Week 4:

Week 5:

***You have two days to complete Final Weigh-Ins! I can't wait to see your progress photos and results!****





Saturday, August 23, 2014

BenderFitness DietBet Weight Loss Challenge


Hi Everyone!

I am hosting another workout challenge for the month of September! 

This one is a little bit different, but I think it is going to be a lot of fun. 

I am hosting my first DietBet Weight loss challenge. The challenge is to lose 4% of your body weight (as long as that keeps you in a healthy BMI!) over the course of 30 days. How do you figure out how much 4% is? Multiple your current weight by .04 and that is your weight loss goal. For a 150 pound person that is 6 pounds, for a 200 pound person that is 8 pounds. 

To join the game there is a $30 investment (my workouts, as always, will continue to be free, but research has shown that people are more committed to achieving their weightless goals when money is involved!) If you achieve your goals you get your money back, plus split the pot!

What do you win?
If you achieve your goal you win money! At a minimum you get your $30 investment back, plus you split the pot with the other winners. 

By joining the game you also have a chance to win:
- $50 Gift Card to Total Nutrition Mansfield and Alkalinity Fuel Vitamins
-$50 Gift Card to Affitnity for Fashionable Fitness Clothing (plus don't forget to use discount code BenderFitness for 15% off!)
-A BenderFitness Workout Program hand selected by me (Melissa Bender) based on your goals
-A Brand New BenderFitness Workout designed especially for You
-"I Bust Mine So I Can Kick Yours Tank Top"

*Keep an eye out because I may be adding more prizes!

Some fun facts about DietBet:
96% of players who DietBet lose weight, and the average loss is 6.3 lbs. 
Dietbetting is a fun social media game, and you are welcome to join if you are over 18. 
As of July 1st, players have lost over 1.3 million pounds by competing in DietBet games. 

My DietBet will run for the month of September. Workouts, and healthy eating tips will be posted in the game and here on my blog.  Are you going to join me?

You can join the game here: http://www.dietbet.com/BenderFitness

Melissa

PS You can also find me on FacebookInstagram and Twitter. Jesse has also been posting Sneak Peek workout videos on his Instagram account. 

Disclosure
Please read my full disclosure statement here. I am being compensated for hosting this DietBet challenge. I would not host this challenge (regardless of compensation) if it wasn't a program that I believed to be helpful in assisting people to achieve a healthy lifestyle. I will be competing in this challenge as well as hosting the challenge. I do not promote any products or sites that I do not/will not personally use.