by Cori Lefkowith | Aug 20, 2014 | Blog, Core, Workouts
Circuits can be done in a variety of ways. They can be done for a prescribed amount of sets or they can be done for an allotted time.
When you do circuits for time and try to get as much work done in that time as possible, you are using a training method known as Density Training.
“Density” is the amount of work you are able to do in a set amount of time.
With Density Training, you are trying to increase the amount of work you can do in a set amount of time to improve your strength and your endurance.
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by Cori Lefkowith | Jul 21, 2014 | Blog, Workouts
Circuit training is all the rage, and while it shouldn’t be the only style of workout design you use, it can be a good one to include in your program.
Circuit training workouts are workouts where you complete different exercises back to back. Some can be super intense where you take little to no rest before moving on to the next exercise while others can be a bit less aerobic and allow you to rest 30 seconds or so before moving on to the next exercise.
You can do the exercises in circuit routines for time or for a set amount of reps. The exercises can be cardio in nature or more strength oriented.
You can alternate hemispheres (upper body then lower body) or you can blast one hemisphere with the circuit.
Below are two different Circuit Training Workouts that we love.
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by Cori Lefkowith | Jul 14, 2014 | Blog, Workouts
When training for a race, you have to log the miles.
However, if there are days when you can’t get outside to do your runs or rides, you can still train and improve your endurance inside the gym
And that doesn’t mean you have to spend 30 minutes to an hour doing steady-state cardio on some boring piece of cardio equipment.
Below is one of the endurance workouts we love to do. It is a challenging workout that will improve your endurance while changing up the exercise you do every minute.
If you aren’t training for a race or endurance sport, it is still a great way to build up up your endurance.
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by Cori Lefkowith | May 25, 2014 | Blog, Exercises, Workouts
You are most likely to stick with a workout routine you enjoy. If working out is a chore, then you will use any excuse you can to get out of doing it.
However, if you enjoy working out, you are going to make sure to include it in your day EVEN if you are completely stressed out.
And what is more fun than playing around on a playground outside!?!
A great workout doesn’t have to involve a barbell or even kettlebells or weights.
A great workout CAN feel like play.
Below is a great video with tons of great exercises to try out on the playground. Also, check out some of my favorite Playground Workouts!
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by Cori Lefkowith | Apr 16, 2014 | Blog, Suspension Trainer, Workouts
One piece of equipment and 30 minutes. That is all you need to get in a great full-body workout at home.
Below is a Quick 30-Minute Suspension Trainer Workout to blast your entire body. Whether you have a TRX or a Jungle Gym XT, this is an quick workout you can do anywhere.
How many rounds can you complete in 30 minutes?
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by Cori Lefkowith | Feb 25, 2014 | Blog, Bodyweight, Workouts
Isometric workouts are great for recovery and to prevent (or even rehab) injuries. They are also great to improve your balance, coordination and mind-body connection.
Runner’s need to do them. Cyclist need to do them. Lifters, people with a desk job, athletes and older adults ALL NEED TO DO THEM.
And the best part is, Isometric Workouts don’t require any warm up. Shoot…Isometric exercises can even be a great warm up for a strength workout!
Below is a quick 20-minute Full-Body Isometric Workout.
The workout below will help activate your glutes, strengthen your core, improve your posture, reduce your neck, shoulder, low back and hip pain and strengthen your upper body.
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