Fitness and Exercise
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Buddy workout (3)
Today we will pop up our workout and do something new. Starting by warming up with 20 jumping jacks. Face your buddy and while he is trying to finish his jumping jacks you make some funny faces and tell some jokes. Your partner is not allowed to laugh, if your buddy starts to laugh he has to start over from 1. When your buddy has finish his 20 jumping jacks you switch places. Exercise 1 Buddy A has to stay in plank positions while his buddy finishes 12 push ups. Switch positions and repeat twice, each partner does 2 x plank and 2 time push ups. Exercise 2 Buddy A has…
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Why Recovery is as important as your workout
Building muscle and getting stronger are not just about pumping iron and neither is hitting the gym hard all about training. Recovery and rest are essential parts of any strength and conditioning program. Spending hours in the gym, lifting hard all day in and all day out can both stall your progress and increased your risk for injury. Recovery must occur before progress can be made, no matter if you are a bodybuilder or a runner. When it comes to a healthy lifestyle, your recovery days and easy workout days are just as important as the days you crush it. Take the time you need to rest, and reap the benefits later. Make…
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Buddy Workout
Last Saturday we did 3 types of buddy workout and today we will do another 3 workouts. Today´s workout, 3 circles of 12 Forward–Backward Lunge Stand facing each other about one foot apart, Partner A holding a small ball or an apple at his/her chest. Partner A steps forward with right foot, as B simultaneously steps backward with left foot. At the bottom of the lunge, A passes the item he/she is holding to B before both push off and return to start position. Repeat. 15 Sit ups High five Partners lie face up with knees bent and their feet flat on the floor with ankles overlapping. Contract your abs to…
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8 Reasons why you should start Powerlifting
Powerlifting is a form of weight lifting sport that focuses on three main lifts, squat, bench press and deadlift. It builds muscle, burns fat, strengthens bones and so much more. If you want to improve athletic performance, compete in powerlifting or just get strong you really should begin to powerlift. Powerlifting is The Safest style of Weightlifting. Powerlifting requires a proper form. If your goal is to set a personal best, your form must be spot-on. With that ideal form, you are less likely to get injured. Better Figure Powerlifting will pup up your glutes, give you leaner arms and some sexy abs. Increase Bone Density Resistance training increases your bone density and is…
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Pair up – it´s a time for a Buddy Workout
Next few Saturdays we are going to kick off with some buddy workouts, are your ready! Today´s workout is 3 circle of 12 Jump Squats With Clap Stand side by side, one foot apart and facing opposite directions. From the bottom of your squat, simultaneously push off and jump up, bringing arms overhead and clapping your inside hands together at the height of your jump. 10 Touch Plank (5 times each hand) Hold a plank, head-to-head with each other. From plank, lift your right hand and reach toward the opposite shoulder on you partner. Replace right hand, and as quickly as possible, repeat on the left side. 12 Superman’s high five …
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Workout Challenge
Take 10 -15 minutes 4-5 mornings a week for yourself to do this workout challenge for the next 30 days, you deserve it. 10 Squats 20 Jumping jacks 30 Seconds plank 10 Burpees 20 Squats 30 Seconds plank 10 Lunges 20 Jumping squats Always remember to stretch after workout, first and foremost your legs after this one. Remember to have fun and good luck.
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Top 5 Excuses for Not to Exercise
Sometimes real life intrudes into the best intentions. Before you know it, one skipped workout turns into two and you have dropped out of your routine. I´m too busy If you care about yourself you will find time I´m to tired Actually, working out gives you more energy. While working you your body makes hormones called endorphin, sometimes called “the feel good” hormone. I hate to exercise alone Find yourself a workout buddy It´s so boring Shake up your training routine My kids get in the way Do not blame this on your kids. Work out with your kids, include them in your routine Stop making excuses and start getting fit!…
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Fitness Challenge
If you don´t challenge yourself don´t get results. This 10 minutes fitness challenge is the perfect way to start a strong fitness habit in 2017. Take a 10 minutes per day to work on your health and strength.
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How to stay fit over the holidays
Over the holidays we meet more temptation in terms of what we eat and less time to work off those sugar cookies and baked goods at the gym. The holidays however do not have to be a hard time to stay fit, there are lots of ways to stay fit during the holidays. Here are some tips to stay fit during the holidays. Try healthier recipes Try finding healthy alternatives to some of your traditional holiday favorites. There are so many different healthy recipes available all over the internet. There is no reason for you not to find recipes that will make your taste buds happy. Stay hydrated Drink up before you…
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Our favorite Health and Fitness apps
Most of us spend to much time staring at our phones. So why not to star at something useful and use our phones to help us to lead a healthier life by download Health and Fitness app. Health and Fitness apps can motivate you and help you to track your progress. Here are our favorite apps. MyFitnessPal MyFitnessPal is a mobile app and website that gives you a wealth of tools for tracking what and how much you eat, and how many calories you burn through activity. The app features a database of more than 5 million foods, a barcode nutrition scanner and a recipe importer. Quick Facts Free Available…
