Get in a workout whenever or where ever you are! Seriously, there are times when I am folding laundry and I start to feel a small ball of frustration because I know I have something else to get done right after...So I see how long I can hold a squat or I do calf raises while folding. If I can't workout (in a grocery store, any place of worship) then I envision it. The more I envision it the more likely I am going to do it.
Have or are you wondering why you've hit a plateau? Or do you feel like your workouts just aren't taking you anywhere?
If you have regular medical checkups and know that your health is in good condition then it's time for some feedback on your current routine!
Get with a trainer for professional feedback. Be honest with yourself and your trainer!
Do you read while your on a cardio machine? Put that book or magazine down and get involved mentally on your workout. Pay attention to your body and how it feels. Take your focus to your intensity level.
Use my DP2 formula. Trust me, if you have these 4 on your side, you will not fail.
1. Determination
... Refuse to allow your limitations from achieving your desired outcome.
2 Perseverance
Do the physical work required..
3. Dedication
Set aside time in your busy life to train, staying focused on your goal.
I was recently asked to describe my workouts. I kinda liked what I put together and I thought that maybe there are more people not quite sure what a workout with me might include. My workouts are bootcamp style where we all work hard but there is no barking of instruction, I just don't have that in me.
Emerging from Yu (a Tao term for being) assembling with the English word for balance (equilibrium, steadiness) is a philosophical approach to attaining sustainable lifelong wellness. In a culture fixated on instant gratification,
This week I want you to alternate sets between Exercise 1 & 2, then 3 & 4, and then 5 & 6. Rather than doing the exercises superset style however, rest between every set. Note that when alternating between Exercises 3 & 4 you’ll finish your fourth set on Exercise 3 last, before moving on to exercises 5 & 6.
This weeks first exercise, the Pullover & Press, works the back with the Pullover and the Chest with the Press. For legs, even though I’ve removed the Barbell Squat this week, it’ll be tough with two different kinds of Lunge Exercises. Enjoy!Exercise – Sets/Reps
This week let’s look at some alternate movement patterns and exercises for some common, popular and (too often) over used free weight exercises.Exercise – Sets/Reps