Tuesday, November 18, 2014

Quick Workout: Arms, Abs and Butt



Hi Everyone!

I have a new workout for you!

During this workout I did High Knees as my cardio of choice, but you can substitute jumping rope or an alternate cardio if you prefer.  I repeated this workout 4X. The video below was filmed during my fourth time through the workout, and I was definitely starting to get tired. 

These are the actual workouts that I do to stay in shape. When you see me sweat, struggle, and breath heavy it's because I am working hard. I think it's important to share the struggles. 

Workouts should challenge you! If they don't, it's time to push harder or modify what you are doing (remember the high knees with weights in my Sweat Burn Sculpt: 18 Minute Workout? That's one way to increase the intensity.)

Don't be afraid to push yourself. If you need a break during the workout, take one and get right back into it as soon as you are able. I mentally kept track of my reps and tried to beat my number of reps for each exercise when I repeated the rounds. It's a good way to motivate yourself to keep moving. 

I hope you enjoy the workout!
Melissa

PS Don't forget that you can find me on FacebookInstagram or Twitter. The posts are a great way to stay motivated and on track. :)

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Equipment: Gymboss Interval Timer set for 12 Rounds of 30/50. 
*30 Seconds Cardio, 50 Seconds Max Reps*

Repeat 1-4X

*Cardio
1. Slow Pushup or Plank
*Cardio
2. Leg/Hip Lift
*Cardio
3. Lunge Jumps
*Cardio
4. Tricep Push-Ups (right)
*Cardio
5. Side Plank Hip Lift with Elbow Tap (right)
*Cardio
6. Burpees
*Cardio
7. Tricep Push-Ups (left)
*Cardio
8. Side Plank Hip Lift with Elbow Tap (left)
*Cardio
9. X-Jumps
*Cardio
10. Walk the Plank
*Cardio
11. Alternating Side Plank Leg Lifts
*Cardio
12. Tuck Jumps

5 comments:

  1. Hi,
    I was wondering if you have an alternative to the pushup or modification. I have recently had surgery but have been cleared to exercise again. My doctor doesn't want me to do pushups or bench presses anymore though. Thanks for your inspiration to stay fit and healthy
    Kristen

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    1. Hey Kristen. Try holding high & low planks. Push ups & bench presses are resistant exercises..so while doing planks it works that same (shoulder,core,chest) but no resistance. Be safe!��

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    2. Thanks! I'll give it a try tomorrow.☺

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  2. Hi Melissa,

    Who is your yoga training through? I am universal yoga trained and we use double mats like I saw in one of your vids. Just curious!

    KA

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  3. wow ! that was killer did three rounds

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