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According to theAmerican Council of Exercise, mixing up your exercise routine is essential.
Not only will it prevent gym fatigue, it also challenges your body to use your different muscles.
TheRealJordinMy alarm not going off=no hot yoga.
But I did some p90x instead.
:)
The P90X Low Down
____The secret to this slim-down technique is in muscle confusion.
Switching up workouts so your muscles don’t know what’s coming next, it prevents unwanted plateaus.
Each hour-long workout is designed to burn up to 600 calories per hour.
Step back to start.
Repeat on opposite side for 1 rep. Do 20 reps.
Try more P90X moves like this!
TheRealJordinJust had a great run!
Morning twittlets how are you today?
You’re looking at scorching 644 to 967 calories an hour!
Grab your sneaks, a couple of buddies for that extra motivation and head outside or to the treadmill!
Heel strikers jam themselves into the ground, risking lower-back problems.
Landing on your toes puts excess strain on your calf muscles.
If my mama can do it, anyone can!
:D
A Dancing Do
____Put on Jordin Sparks’s"S.O.S.
“and get pumped for a Zumba class!
As Sparks seems to be finding out, working out doesn’t have to be so serious all time.
Sparks, who recently brought her mom to a Zumba fitness class (cute!)
balances family bonding time while sweating her way trim.
Toning, strengthening and cardio moves are all incorporated to target every major muscle group in your body.
Crouch and touch floor in front of you.
Switch legs; repeat.
TheRealJordinWalked outside & the citrus blossoms are in full bloom.
Spring is here today….and summer, tomorrow.
Oh, Arizona weather.
Walking WisdomIt’s spring!
There’s no excuse not to get outside, smell the fresh air and take in the joyful scenery.
You’ll burn, on average,113 calories in a half an hour!
Above all–it’s proven toimprove your mood!
Try this next time you’re outside: Create a mini-walking circuit.
Rev up your stroll withpick-up-the-pace walking tips!
TheRealJordinHow did @stephjonesmusic drag me to an aqua fit class this am & I actually loved it?
Beat The Heat
**Stand in shallow water about chest level.
Start with feet together, arms at sides.
Jump feet out wide (landing on the balls of feet), raising arms up shoulder-height.
Return to start position.
Repeat for 1 minute.
Aim for 3 sets.
Get Toned In The Pool
–Emilia Murdoch
