Building a Successful Workout Schedule
New year, new you right? Every year we vow that this year is going to be better than the last, and then life happens. Your kids get sick, your husband gets a flat tire, you get your period, and it is another missed day at the gym. It is so easy to let life get in the way of your health and fitness goals. There have also been numerous studies that have shown stress and anxiety can lead to bloating and upset stomach. Also, when we gain a couple of pounds, it is not easy to feel great about ourselves when all we see on the TV and social media is idealistic perfection.
I posted on Wednesday about probiotics, and on Instagram I posted a photo of my belly. A photo my mom took last year while she was in town. At the time the photo was taken I was really watching what I ate, all natural foods, limited salt and butter. Really being “good”, and now I am working to get back to that flat bellied place. Believe me folks, I am not there all the time! We all fluctuate, we are human. Think about the difference in your mid section from the time you wake up to the time you go to bed. Try not to pressure yourself into losing weight/feeling great overnight . Do not let a number define you, but think about getting into shape for the most important person in your life…you.
I am writing this post today to take the guess-work out of working out and getting results! All it takes is 25-35 minutes per day, along with a healthy diet to yield great results! Here is your new workout schedule for 2016:
Resistance training is defined as any training that causes muscles to contract against an external resistance with the expectation of increases in strength, tone, mass and/or endurance. Resistance train every other day targeting specific areas.
Day 1-Arms and Abs
Day 2- Legs
Day 3-Full Body-Utilizing Body Weight
Resources: Pinterest and Instagram are great resources for circuits that will target these areas!
Classes: Bootcamp, Barre, Kickboxing, Weight Lifting any weight barring class low or high rep.
Low Intensity Cardiovascular Exercise: Try something low in intensity, but with a steady pace. Think walking for 35-45 minutes outside or on a treadmill. Biking, swimming or rollerblading can all be considered low intensity cardiovascular exercise. These are all activities that you can do as a family, help you decompress from your day, and do not stress your body to the point of exhaustion.
Rest Day: Your body needs at least one recovery day to repair itself. It can be any day of the week you choose! Mine was Wednesday because it was my travel day.
Stretch: Your cool down is one of the most important aspects of your workout. Do not forget to stretch. Even if it is only for 5-10 minutes. Flexibility helps increase range of motion and decrease injury. The plus is you can do it anywhere, anytime!
I hope this schedule helps you realize that you can get results from home, your hotel in very little time! Schedule a half hour to yourself whenever you can, and I promise you will feel better in mind, body and soul.
