Sunday, December 25, 2011

Quick all over workouts during the holidays

I don't know about you, but during the holidays--especially the Christmas break--I have the hardest time getting out and doing my regular routine. It's just too cold outside. I don't want to run outside or face the winter weather to go to the gym. So, I usually end up doing a workout video that isn't really tailored for me. So I have compiled a list of things that you can do this holiday season.

Core:
Crunches
Sit-ups
Side Plank
Pulse-ups

Cardio:
Jumping Jacks
Up-Downs
Butt Kickers
Jump rope--you can pretend you are swinging a rope
Punches are good for you if you have a lower body injury

Arms:
Push-ups
Bicep curls with free weights/cans
High Plank position
Dips using a chair or the couch (works your triceps)

Legs:
Squats
Wall sits
Lunges

Challenge: Find what you like to do and make a routine to fit your schedule. Alternate your workout so you don't get bored. Here is an example...

20 push-ups
Butt Kickers for 2 minutes
40 sit-ups
30 seconds of wall sit
Repeat 2 more times
20 dips
Jumping Jacks for 2 minutes
20 Mason Twists
15 squats
Repeat 2 more times

You'll be done in no time. Good luck!

1 comment:

  1. Lol I don't think you're alone when it comes to not wanting to face the cold weather in order to work out (particularly during the holidays). These are great ideas! Thanks for posting :)

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