Ladder Up and a Bonus

Today you'll complete the Ladder Workout (and take advantage of the optional part of the Ladder) then tackle the Core Finisher. Climb the Ladder Workout – Do 1 rep of each exercise.  Then do 2 reps of each exercise.  Then do 3 of each, 4 of each, climbing the ladder to 10 reps of each …

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TGIT

Today's workout is one round only but we've added some complex components. Let me know how the Get Ups work for you, I'm curious to hear what you think about this one. It is, without being too vulgar, a beyotch of an exercise but it will give you a clear idea as to where you …

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Keepin’ it Simple (You’re welcome)

Yesterday's workout was long so today you have a reward of a very simple workout.  4 exercises, ones that we all know and love.  Workout:  You’ll do all 4 exercises in this circuit 4, 6 or 8 times as indicated below. Beginners:  Perform this circuit 4 times through with no break Intermediate:  Perform this circuit …

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Can. Will.

Let's face it, most of us have been at a point where we had to start working out again.  Maybe it was after an injury, having a baby, years of sitting at a desk, etc.  As such, many people struggle with or are frustrated with their current physicality. And while there are freaks of nature …

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Core Challenge Workout – Day 24

TGIF!    How are you?  Feeling strong, confident and in control of your core?  I thought so! Here’s your Core Challenge Workout for today: Walking Plank – 10 repetitions each direction (10 to the left then 10 to the right) Alternating Reach Plank – 45 seconds Narrow to Wide Plank – 45 seconds Repeat this sequence …

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Core Challenge Workout – Day 18

Good morning Challengers! Here is your Core Challenge Workout for today: Plank Jacks - 30 seconds Knee to Chest to Elbow Plank - 45 seconds Bicycle Crunches - 45 seconds Repeat this sequence three times through. How to do the Exercises Plank Jacks From the high plank position (meaning on your hands) hop your feet …

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Core Challenge Workout – Day 17

Rested and raring to go?  Good to hear!  Today we are repeating a workout from earlier this month but we are cranking up the reps as well as the time. Here's your Core Challenge Workout for today: Plank – 45 to 60 seconds Side Cross – 25 seconds each side Do this sequence three times …

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You did it! Now keep it up!

Our October Challenge is officially over.  So how did you do?  If my boot-camp participants are any indication, this was a successful challenge and you deserve some serious kudos. Heck, you even deserve a hug.  So go out there and hug someone (Marin BreakfastKlub Runners stands firm in its 'no hug' policy). But seriously, great …

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Pushups Rule!

I incorporate pushups in every class I teach.  I find that the pushup is a remarkably effective strength move that fires every muscle in the upper body, including your abdominal region. This week I did a max pushup test in my class (how many pushups with good form can be done in a minute).  I …

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