Are you feeling energized and ready to sweat? Because it’s about to get hot on your Total Gym!
This Resolution Ready Workout is all about turning up the heat by getting your heart rate pumping, calories burning, and leaving you feeling your best with a cardio circuit on your Total Gym. You are in control of the intensity by how fast you move at the chosen incline level. Regardless of your pace or incline level, the goal is to stay in constant motion throughout the entire workout.
Turn on your favorite music, set your timer, and let’s get moving!
• Begin with a quick dynamic warm-up (3 minutes) to prepare your muscles for the workout.
• A few exercises are listed below, but feel free to add in other exercises (on or off of your equipment) to ensure you are warmed up and ready to go!
Circuit:
• Perform the moves listed in each superset circuit for 60 seconds per exercise.
• Repeat each circuit for 2 sets. (total 4 minutes/ circuit)
• After your last set, try the Core Challenge Move for 30-60 seconds then move on to the next circuit.
• Total workout time: Approximately 15-20 minutes
2. Leg Kicks (right / left)
3. Bridge Presses
2. Single Leg Jumps (Alternating legs)
Core Challenge: Incline Mountain Climber
2. Bicycle Jog
Core Challenge: Forearm Plank Saws
2. Pendulum Hops
Core Challenge: Knees in-out
Be sure to check out the video to see how these cardio exercises are performed on your Total Gym.
Alternate these four Resolution Ready Workouts throughout the week for a total body challenge. Adjust the incline when the exercises become too easy or modify if they are too difficult. This will ensure you keep your muscles guessing and achieve the best results!
Best to you in this new decade.
Maria
This Resolution Ready Workout is all about turning up the heat by getting your heart rate pumping, calories burning, and leaving you feeling your best with a cardio circuit on your Total Gym. You are in control of the intensity by how fast you move at the chosen incline level. Regardless of your pace or incline level, the goal is to stay in constant motion throughout the entire workout.
RESOLUTION READY REVIEW
Congrats on making it to the final workout in the ‘Resolution Ready Series’. If you happened to miss any of the previous blogs, you can check them out here:Workout #1: ABS IN GEAR
Workout #2: LEGS STRONG
Workout #3: ARMED & DANGEROUS
Workout #4: BREATHLESS
Each of these workouts were designed with a specific focus to add variety into your current routine and efficiently challenge your body. Aim to perform these workouts on separate days throughout the week. Continue to alternate them for a set period of time, such as 3-4 weeks, to notice any physical or strength changes. Feel free to incorporate other workouts into the mix based on your fitness goals. Oh, and one more thing, remember to keep a clean diet to maximize your results!Turn on your favorite music, set your timer, and let’s get moving!
BREATHLESS WORKOUT
[Squat Stand, timer or timer app ready]Directions
Warm-up:• Begin with a quick dynamic warm-up (3 minutes) to prepare your muscles for the workout.
• A few exercises are listed below, but feel free to add in other exercises (on or off of your equipment) to ensure you are warmed up and ready to go!
Circuit:
• Perform the moves listed in each superset circuit for 60 seconds per exercise.
• Repeat each circuit for 2 sets. (total 4 minutes/ circuit)
• After your last set, try the Core Challenge Move for 30-60 seconds then move on to the next circuit.
• Total workout time: Approximately 15-20 minutes
Set Up
Squat Stand attached, High levelWarm-up:
1. Squat variations2. Leg Kicks (right / left)
3. Bridge Presses
Circuit 1:
1. Kissing Jacks2. Single Leg Jumps (Alternating legs)
Core Challenge: Incline Mountain Climber
Circuit 2:
1. Jump Crunch2. Bicycle Jog
Core Challenge: Forearm Plank Saws
Circuit 3:
1. Single Leg Jumps (30 sec right/ 30 sec left)2. Pendulum Hops
Core Challenge: Knees in-out
Cool Down:
End your workout with a few stretches to lengthen the muscles just worked.Be sure to check out the video to see how these cardio exercises are performed on your Total Gym.
Alternate these four Resolution Ready Workouts throughout the week for a total body challenge. Adjust the incline when the exercises become too easy or modify if they are too difficult. This will ensure you keep your muscles guessing and achieve the best results!
Best to you in this new decade.
Maria
