Sunday, January 4, 2009

Week 1

So here it is.  Took longer than we thought and it was late at night so I'm sure we missed a few things.  If you can, invest in a pull up bar that goes over the door.  They are inexpensive and needed for a few of the exercises.  You can figure out another way to do things...but this is the most effective.  

Since I don't think I can attach a PDF here, I will send to your email addresses and try to post on Facebook as well.  

We have included the first week of workouts.  We have included links to youtube videos that demonstrate the exercises.  This workout is for beginners and intermediates.  The point is to really challenge yourself without getting hurt.  Use your judgement.  Use heavier weights if you can but keep in mind that you will increase weights each week.  You will also decrease rest time and increase cardio intervals.  Week one you will do 30 sec intervals.  Week 2 you will do 1 min intervals.  Week one you rest 1 min between sets.  Week 2 you rest 45 sec between sets.  ''

Gather your equipment.  Decide when you will begin.  Look over the workout.  Watch the videos and make some notes if necessary.  

Remember you will get out what you put in.  The harder you work, the more effective the program will be.  What you eat is important as well.  If we can help on this front, let us know.

Karen and I have been doing it for a week.  I have to say I'm really liking it because it is short but intense.  I feel like I've worked out but don't feel completely wiped out.  I actually feel stronger already.  I'm sure that's because this workout uses all muscles and makes you aware of them.  You feel your muscles.  You feel that you have worked. 

Good Luck!   Let us know how it is working for you and if you have any questions.  

2009...here we come!!!!!


2 comments:

  1. I must be more of a wuss than I thought ... those core exercises kicked my butt. xoxo, Vee

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  2. Woo hoo, it's the end of Week 1, and I feel great. It wasn't easy, but I'm glad I pushed though and did it on the days I would normally have made excuses or just lazed. How is everyone else doing? Vee

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