I love switching up my workouts. One way that I do that is by incorporating plyometrics – typically on Sundays, but it can be any day of the week. Plyometrics don’t require a lot of equipment and sometimes, no equipment at all, to get in a good workout. You can use a bench, dumbells, kettle…
Workouts
Lower body work: burn it out
The goal is to improve conditioning before I step on stage in a little more than three weeks. The last time I stepped on stage was the NPC Palmetto Classic five weeks ago. I can’t believe how fast time has gone by. I knew when I stepped off stage at prejudging that I needed to…
Walk or run: Hit the stair master and reap the benefits
What’s your favorite cardio machine at the gym? I am not sure that I have one because I prefer to take my cardio outdoors. But that doesn’t matter right now as prep continues. I have been prescribed the stair master for my cardio. Yes, the stairs to nowhere. You pick the name: step mill, stair…
10 minute HIIT workout you can do anywhere
I like to run and workout. But there are some days when it is hard to figure out how I am going to get my daily dose in, believe it or not. However, thanks to a HIIT (High Intense Interval Training) workout it is possible. I absolutely love HIIT workouts because they allow me to…
Stability ball workout: Work more than your core
A stability ball can add dimension to your workouts. There are so many different ways to incorporate it into your workout. I know I can’t be the only one that gets one at the gym. You can even buy one for at home. The stability ball is such a versatile and inexpensive piece of equipment….
9 Thanksgiving workouts you can do before dinner
Thanksgiving is a time to spend with family and friends, enjoying delicious food and being thankful for all of it. There’s no time to stress over counting calories, at least not on this day. A little holiday weight gain isn’t bad as long as you keep it under control. Turkey Day is a time where…