Tuesday, February 28, 2017
NEW YEAR NEW YOU (gym session)
Hollywood Body Plan
Difficulty level: Beginner
Muscles involved: Total body
Focus: Fat loss
Duration: 60 minutes
Overview
While your lifestyle might differ from a celeb, your goals are similar: You want to be lean, sexy, and strong, but achieve that in the shortest time possible. This workout is designed for just that purpose and to have you looking red-carpet ready in just four weeks!.
How to do this workout?
Perform this workout three times a week. For instance, you could do this on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
Each workout consists of three circuits. Perform one set of all of the exercises in the first circuit, resting 30 seconds between each move.
Once you have finished all exercises in the circuit, repeat the process. After you complete all sets in the circuit, then you can move on to the next group of exercises.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : 2 moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between.
Weekly Routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Shifting side lunge
3 20 30-60
1B Skater crunch cross
3 20 30-60
1C Reverse sliding lunge
3 20 30-60
1D Alternating dumbbell row
3 15 30-60
1E Squat
3 20 30-60
1F Kettlebell chest press
3 15-20 30-60
1G Elevator abs
3 12 30-60
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
2A Reverse sliding lunge
3 15 30-60
2B Reverse-grip pressdown
3 15 30-60
2C Standing dumbbell biceps curl
3 15-20 30-60
2D Single-leg dip
3 12-15 30-60
2E Mountain climber on sliding discs
3 20 30-60
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
NEW YEAR NEW YOU (weights)
Six Moves For Bigger Arms
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Arms · Biceps · Triceps
Focus: Build muscle
Duration: 60 minutes
Overview
There are workout pros that say, "You don't need curls to build big arms." To them we have a simple response: Good for you. The truth is, curls and their variations are one of the best ways to build big, full, muscular arms. So instead of talking about what might work, we'll show you with this routine. Start curling your way to tighter shirtsleeves now.
How to do this workout?
Perform the following workout 1-2 times per week. Make sure that you never perform these exercises on back-to-back days.
Complete the exercises as straight sets by performing all sets of a given exercise before moving on to the next.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly Routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 rest DAY 4 workout DAY 5 rest DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1 Cheating barbell biceps curl
4 10 60
2 Standing EZ-bar biceps curl
3-4 6-8 45
3 One-arm concentration curls
3-4 8-10 30
4 Rope pressdown
4 20-30 30
5 Seated dumbbell overhead triceps extension
4 6-8 0
6 Swiss ball dumbbell lying triceps extension
3 8-12 20
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
nEW YEAR NEW YOU (yoga)
Total-Body Toning
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Equipment: None
Focus: Balance · Breathing · Flexibility · Mobility
Duration: 30 minutes
Overview
Target all your major muscles to firm up.
Yoga is a full body (and mind) workout. All of the moves in this routine require your whole body to work together. The result? Balanced and healthy total-body toning and strength.
NEW YEAR NEW YOU (yoga)
Boost Circulation
Difficulty level: Beginner
Equipment: None
Focus: Breathing · Flexibility · Mobility
Duration: 10 minutes
Overview
Breathe deeply and move to improve your body flow.
Yoga, like any physical activity, can improve your circulation. This routine will get your heart pumping to increase the flow of oxygen-rich blood.
New Year New You (gym session)
The Anti-Aging Workout
Duration: 45 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Abs · Shoulders · Back · Chest · Hamstrings · Quads · Glutes
Focus: Fat loss
Overview
To offset the aging process, you'll combine metabolic boosters that will keep you burning calories 24 hours a day and strength training movements that will be easy on your joints but hard on your fat cells. Once you start this workout, your body-and the aging process-won't stand a chance.
How to do this workout?
Perform this workout three days a week, resting at least a day between each session. So you might go on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
When you see a number with a letter next to it-such as 1A and 1B-it means the exercises should be performed as a group. Do one set of the first exercise, rest for the prescribed amount of time, and then do one set of the next exercise in the group. Repeat until you've completed all of your sets for each exercise, and then move on to the next group.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly Routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Barbell front squat to push press
3 20 60
1B Barbell straight-leg deadlift
3 10 60
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
2A Squat thrusts
3 15 60
2B Plank with arm raise
3 8 60
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
NEW YEAR NEW YOU (weights)
Perfect Arm Routine
Duration: 60 minutes
Difficulty level: Advanced
Muscles involved: Biceps · Triceps
Focus: Build muscle
Overview
You've heard of the pump. The amazing feeling you get when your muscles are full and tight and you look your best. The pump is actually essential for growth, and that's especially true for your arms. This routine is designed for the pump-and then some. It's one of the most intense arm workouts ever created, but the result is a pair of biceps and triceps worthy of praise and perfection.
How to do this workout?
Perform this workout 2-3 times per week, making sure to never do this routine on back-to-back days.
When you see a number with a letter next to it-such as 1A and 1B-it means the exercises should be performed as a group. Do one set of the first exercise, rest for the prescribed amount of time, and then do one set of the next exercise in the group. Repeat until you've completed all of your sets for each exercise, and then move on to the next group.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly Routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Barbell biceps curl
3 10, 8, 6 30
1B Forward bend biceps curl
3 10, 8, 6 30
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
2 Dead-hang biceps curl
3 10, 8, 6 30
3 Seated alternating dumbbell biceps curl
3 10, 8, 6 30
4 One-arm concentration curls
3 10, 8, 6 30
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
nEW YEAR NEW YOU (WEIGHTS)
Secrets To Arm Growth
Duration: 60 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Forearms · Biceps · Triceps
Focus: Build muscle · Fat loss
Overview
There's no miracle solution when it comes to building bigger arms. However, you can speed up your growth track with some specific training techniques. This program does just that by training fast, moving from exercise to exercise without rest. Not only will it make you more muscular faster, but it has the added benefit of burning fat, as well.
How to do this workout?
This workout consists of three circuits: one for biceps, one for forearms, and one for triceps. Complete all the exercises and sets in a circuit before moving to the next one.
Perform this workout 2-3 times per week, making sure to never do this routine on back-to-back days.
When you see a number with a letter next to it-such as 1A and 1B-it means the exercises should be performed as a group. Do one set of the first exercise, rest for the prescribed amount of time, and then do one set of the next exercise in the group. Repeat until you've completed all of your sets for each exercise, and then move on to the next group.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between.
Weekly Routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Close-grip lat pulldown
4-5 12-15 30
1B Barbell biceps curl
4-5 6-8 30
1C Cross-body dumbbell hammer curl
4-5 10-12 30
1D Cable biceps curl
4-5 10-12 30
1E Dead-hang biceps curl
4-5 10-12 30
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
2A Barbell wrist curl
4-5 25@ 30
2B Barbell reverse wrist curl
4-5 20-30 30
2C Behind-the-back barbell reverse wrist curl
4-5 120 s 30
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
NEW YR NEW YOU (yoga)
Pilates At The Office
Duration: 10 minutes
Difficulty level: Beginner
Equipment: Chair
Focus: Strength · Flexibility
Overview
Moves you can sneak in at work to strengthen and relax.
These exercises can all be done within the small space of an office. They will loosen up desk-tightened muscles and strengthen muscles that get weak from too much sitting.
NEW YEAR NEW YOU (weights)
The Killer Legs Workout
Duration: 50 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Hamstrings · Quads · Glutes
Focus: Build muscle · Build strength
Overview
You want a better looking lower body? Then you need a concentrated program that hits your legs from every angle possible. Forget standing in line waiting for leg curls and extensions. This plan is designed to completely transform your lower body by offering the most difficult-and most effective-leg exercises ever created.
How to do this workout?
Perform this workout three days a week, resting at least a day between each session. So you might go on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
When you see a number with a letter next to it-such as 1A and 1B-it means the exercises should be performed as a group. Do one set of the first exercise, rest for the prescribed amount of time, and then do one set of the next exercise in the group. Repeat until you've completed all of your sets for each exercise, and then move on to the next group.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly Routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Kettlebell swing
3 15 20
1B Body-weight jump squat
3 10 30
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
2A Single-arm dumbbell snatch
2 5 0
2B Barbell shoulder press
2 5 0
2C Clean
2 5 0
2D Barbell shrug
2 5 0
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
New Year New You (CARDIO)
Greatest Butt Ever
Duration: 60 minutes
Difficulty level: Advanced
Muscles involved: Hamstrings · Quads · Glutes
Focus: Build muscle · Build strength
Overview
Let's be honest: You want to sculpt a tight tush. It looks great in jeans, jeggings, jumpsuits, and, well, you get the idea. But all those machines at the gym or hours on the elliptical won't do the trick. You need resistance training and a few special exercises to work your muscles and curves to bring out the booty that's fit for your body.
How to do this workout?
Perform the following workout 1-2 times per week. Make sure that you never perform these exercises on back-to-back days.
Complete the exercises as straight sets by performing all sets of a given exercise before moving on to the next. Make sure you rest as needed in between before moving on to the next.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between.
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 rest DAY 4 workout DAY 5 rest DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1 Hip raise
3-4 6-20 60
2 Core control rear lunge
4 12-15@ 60
3 Lunge with arm reach
1 6-10@ 60
4 Step-up
3 10-12 60
5 Prisoner squat
2-4 10 60
6 Hip extension and cross
1 8-12@ 60
7 Alternating jump lunge
1 8-12@ 60
8 Back squat with body bar
2 5 60
9 Standing cable hip abduction
1 15-20@ 60
10 Box step squat
1 10 60
11 Bridge with leg extension
8 8 60
12 Single-leg lowering drill
1 8-12@ 0
13 Balancing squat
2-3 20-40 s @ 0
14 Squat
2-3 8-12 0
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
NEW YEAR NEW YOU (yoga)
Night-Time Yoga
Duration: 30 minutes
Difficulty level: Beginner
Equipment: Yoga blocks
Focus: Flexibility · Mobility · Breathing
Overview
Unwind, relax and prepare for a soothing sleep.
This routine is intended for bedtime. It will unwind your body, relax your mind, and prepare you for a wonderful night's sleep. Take lots of deep breaths. Sweet dreams!
NEW YEAR NEW YOU (weights)
The UFC DumbBell Workout
Duration: 30 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Total body
Focus: Build strength · Fat loss
Overview
Training one full-body exercise after another with little rest in between not only burns calories, but it simulates a fight. Each of these circuits lasts roughly six minutes, one minute longer than a UFC round. You'll perform the circuits up to five times in one workout, making for an intensity similar to a five-round UFC title fight.
How to do this workout?
Perform the following workout 2 to 3 times per week. Make sure that you never perform these exercises on back-to-back days.
Perform the exercises as a circuit, completing one set for each exercise, one after the other. After you've finished the last exercise of a workout, repeat the process until you've completed three circuits. Over time, build up to five circuits.
Except where otherwise noted, use the heaviest weight that will allow you to complete all the prescribed reps for each set.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between.
Weekly Routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Walking barbell lunge
3-5 10@ 15-30
1B Single-arm neutral-grip dumbbell row
3-5 10@ 15-30
1C Spiderman pushup
10 10@ 15-30
1D Inverted row with feet on Swiss ball
3-5 10 15-30
1E Pullup
3-5 10 15-30
1F Overhead dumbbell press
3-5 10 15-30
1G Single-arm neutral-grip dumbbell row
3-5 10@ 15-30
1H Half-kneeling stability chop
3-5 10 15-30
1I Standing cable crunch
3-5 10 15-30
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
NEW YEAR NEW YOU ( yoga)
Yoga For Anxiety
Difficulty level: Beginner
Equipment: Yoga blocks
Focus: Breathing · Flexibility · Mobility
Duration: 15 minutes
Overview
Moves to loosen your body and quiet your mind.
These poses loosen up tension in the body and quiet the mind. The routine starts by opening the chest and deepening the breath. Deep breathing has a soothing effect on the central nervous system and eases anxiety. The sequence ends with alternate nostril breathing to balance the mind and leave you feeling relaxed and centered
NEW YEAR NEW YOU (WEIGHTS)
Total Body Muscle
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Total body
Focus: Build muscle · Build strength
Duration: 60 minutes
Overview
They say that blood, sweat, and tears build a rock-solid body. We're not sure if that's true, but we do know that in order to see amazing results you need an amazing plan, which is exactly what this is: A no-nonsense approach to building mass.
How to do this workout?
Perform this workout three days a week, resting at least a day between each session. So you might go on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
When you see a number with a letter next to it-such as 1A and 1B-it means the exercises should be performed as a group. Do one set of the first exercise, rest for the prescribed amount of time, and then do one set of the next exercise in the group. Repeat until you've completed all of your sets for each exercise, and then move on to the next group.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly Routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Barbell deadlift
4 5 60
1B Chinup
4 5 90
1C Dumbbell floor press
4 8 60
1D Dumbbell reverse lunge
3 8 90
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
2 Barbell Bulgarian split squat
4 6@ 60
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
3A Barbell bench press
4 5 30
3B Dumbbell row
4 6@ 30
3C Side plank
3 20 s @ 30
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
4A Barbell front squat
4 5 60
4B Inverted row
4 8 60
4C Barbell hip thrust on floor
4 8 30
4D Pushup
3 ** 30
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
new Year New you (YOGA)
Yoga For Strength
Difficulty level: Advanced
Equipment: None
Focus: Balance · Breathing · Strength · Flexibility · Mobility · Muscle endurance
Duration: 30 minutes
Overview
Target major muscles groups with this challenging routine.
Yoga aids in weight loss on many levels, not the least of which is making you more aware of what you eat. The steady pace of this routine will get your heart rate up and have you moving, breathing, and sweating. These moves are targeted at strengthening the large muscle groups.
nEW YEAR NEW YOU (gym equipment)
Three-Step Muscle Plan
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Total body
Focus: Build muscle · Fat loss
Duration: 15 minutes
Overview
What happens when you perform an exercise that works a big muscle? You see big results. So imagine what you could do if you combined three big-muscle exercises in one workout and pushed at a reckless intensity built for a warrior. The result is a circuit that ignites new muscle growth and boots your metabolism.
How to do this workout?
Perform this full-body workout at least three days a week, resting at least one day between each session. So you might lift weights on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
This routine consists of one circuit. Perform one set of each exercise in the order listed, resting 60 seconds between sets. Once you finish one set of each move, rest for one minute and then repeat as many times as you can until 15 minutes is up.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : 2 moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly Routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Barbell front squat to push press
** 8-12 60
1B Single-arm cable row
** 8-12@ 60
1C Turkish get-up
** 4-6@ 60
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
New Year,New You (WEIGHTS)
The 4 Week Chest Blast
Duration: 60 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Chest
Focus: Build muscle
Overview
In this four-week program, you'll blister and bruise your pecs with several familiar moves. However, we want you to slow down and take critical note of your training form. Making small adjustments will mean big changes in your progress. Within certain exercises, we've zeroed in on particular elements common to training mistakes flaws that need the most minor of tweaks but could mean the most major of muscular improvements.
How to do this workout?
Perform the following workout 2 times per week. Make sure that you never perform these exercises on back-to-back days.
Complete the exercises as straight sets by performing all sets of a given exercise before moving on to the next. Make sure you rest as needed in between before moving on to the next.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly Routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 rest DAY 4 workout DAY 5 rest DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1 BOSU ball pushup
2-3 10-12 60
2 Barbell bench press
3 6-8 90
3 Incline barbell bench press
3 8-10 90
4 Incline dumbbell flye
3 10-12 45
5 Decline barbell bench press
3 12-15 45
6 BOSU ball pushup
3 ** 20
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
NEW YEAR,NEW YOU (yoga)
Strengthen Your Core
Duration: 15 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Equipment: None
Focus: Flexibility · Balance · Breathing · Mobility · Strength
Overview
Moves to maximize the strength and endurance of your midsection.
This routine is designed to strengthen your core, the muscles surrounding your spine and pelvis: the rectus abdominis, transversus abdominis, internal and external obliques, erector spinae, and more. A strong core can give you back support, improved posture, and a toned midsection.
NEW YEAR,NEW YOU (gym equipment)
The Amazing Sex Workout
Duration: 60 minutes
Difficulty level: Advanced
Muscles involved: Total body
Focus: Better sex · Fat loss
Overview
So you want to be better in bed? You not only want to look better but also perform better. Fair enough. Slapping a few hundred reps of ab exercises at the end of your workout isn't going to do the trick. Neither is hours of cardio. You need a program that attacks your core in ways you never thought possible: While you might have trouble believing that a workout in the gym could improve your workout in bed, it's true. This plan will arm you with stronger abs, hips, and glutes-all of the muscles you need to improve your performance.
How to do this workout?
Perform this workout three days a week, resting at least a day between each session. So you might go on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
When you see a number with a letter next to it-such as 1A and 1B-it means the exercises should be performed as a group. Do one set of the first exercise, rest for the prescribed amount of time, and then do one set of the next exercise in the group. Repeat until you've completed all of your sets for each exercise, then move on to the next group.
Use the following guide to your rest:Exercises 1 and 2: two minutes rest between sets.Exercises 3, 4, and 5: 45 seconds between sets.Exercise 6: 60 seconds between sets
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between.
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1 Barbell front squat
2-3 6-8 120
2 Crossover chinup
2-3 6-8 120
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
3A Offset dumbbell reverse lunge
2-3 8-10@ 45
3B Barbell rollout
2-3 8-10 45
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
4 Single-arm dumbbell bench press
2-3 6-8 45
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
5A Cable side bend
2-3 8-10 45
5B Swiss ball jackknife
2-3 10-12 45
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
6 Wide-stance plank with opposite arm and leg lift
2-3 15-30 s 60
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
New Year,New You (yoga)
Breathe Deeply
Difficulty level: Beginner
Equipment: Yoga blocks
Focus: Breathing · Flexibility · Mobility
Duration: 10 minutes
Overview
Drink up more oxygen with these easy breathing techniques.
From hunching and slouching to crossing your arms in front of your chest, many common daily actions reduce the space the lungs have to expand in the chest, making it difficult to breathe deeply. This routine links movement with your inhalations and exhalations to bring your focus to the breath. The poses open your chest to facilitate deeper, easier breathing
NEW YEAR,NEW YOU (yoga)
Sun Salutations
Duration: 5 minutes
Difficulty level: Beginner
Equipment: None
Focus: Flexibility · Mobility · Breathing
Overview
A beginner's intro to the classic routine
Sun salutations are typically performed at the beginning of a yoga routine as a warmup for the whole body. This series of moves links your breath and movement with rhythm, bringing you into a more meditative state. This basic sun salutation is appropriate for every level. It helps to build strength and increase flexibility
NEW YEAR,NEW YOU (gym equipment)
The Slim Down Workout
Duration: 45 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Total body
Focus: Fat loss
Overview
We know what you want: It looks something like a firm butt, a flat belly, toned legs, and a body that looks great in all your clothes. It might seem like a lot to ask for, but it's possible if you're willing to put in the work. Here's your chance to show that you're up to the challenge. Put in the effort and you can outsmart your body and take the fast-track to a new you.
How to do this workout?
Performing this workout 3-4 days per week with 1 days rest in between. Perform one set of each exercise in the order shown. Do each exercise for as many reps as you can in 30 seconds. Once the 30 seconds are up, rest for 30 seconds, and then move on to the next exercise. Once you have completed one set of each exercise, rest for two minutes. Then repeat the entire sequence two more times for a total of three sets.
If you get tired and can't finish the 30 seconds, stop and rest for a few seconds and then resume the exercises until time is up. For each exercise, use a weight you can do for about 10-12 reps.
For Weeks 5-8 : Do this circuit three days a week. Perform one set of each exercise in the order shown. Do each exercise for as many reps as you can in 40 seconds. Once the 40 seconds are up, rest for 15 seconds, and then move on to the next exercise. Once you have completed one set of each exercise, rest for two minutes. Then repeat the entire sequence two more times for a total of three sets.
If you get tired and can't finish the 40 seconds, stop and rest for a few seconds and then resume the exercises until time is up. For each exercise, use a weight you can do for about 10-12 reps.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Dumbbell straight-leg deadlift
3 30 s 30
1B Seated cable row
3 30 s 30
1C Dumbbell front squat
3 30 s 30
1D Incline dumbbell bench press
3 30 s 30
1E Mountain climber with hands on bench
3 30 s 30
1F Step-up
3 30 s 30
1G T-pushup
3 30 s 30
1H Dumbbell reverse lunge
3 30 s 30
1I Single-arm neutral-grip dumbbell row and rotation
3 30 s 30
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
New Year,New You (WEIGHTS)
Bodybuilder's Big-Arm Secrets
Duration: 50 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Biceps · Triceps
Focus: Build muscle · Build strength
Overview
Arnold Schwarzenegger's guns are arguably the most famous in human history, and rightly so. Stretching the tape to a full 22 inches, they weren't just the biggest of his day but also the most ideally shaped. If you want arms like Arnold's, you need to keep things basic and brutal with a combination of mass builders and isolation moves. This complete workout gives you everything you need. So go buy a tape measure and see how much you can grow.
How to do this workout?
Perform the following workout 1-2 times per week. Make sure that you never perform these exercises on back-to-back days.
Complete the exercises as straight sets by performing all sets of a given exercise before moving on to the next.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between.
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 rest DAY 4 workout DAY 5 rest DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1 Cheating barbell biceps curl
5-8 8-12 30
2 Dumbbell biceps curl with static hold
5-8 8-12 30
3 One-arm concentration curls
5 10 30
4 Standing Zottman biceps curl
5 10 30
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
NEW YEAR,NEW YOU (gym equipment)
The Hotel Workout
Duration: 30 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Total body
Focus: Fat loss
Overview
You know the drill. You walk into the hotel gym, expect to see a variety of equipment, and all you have is a short stack of dumbbells and some cardio equipment. It might be a disappointment, but it's no reason to stop you from pushing your body and getting a great workout. This plan is designed for the road warrior as well as someone with limited equipment. Our warning: Don't underestimate this plan. You'll be amazed at what you can do in eight weeks with just a few dumbbells.
How to do this workout?
Perform this workout as needed when traveling and when you have access to a limited gym. Rest at least one day between each session. Don't perform as straight sets, completing all the prescribed sets for one exercise before moving on to the next. On all one-hand (or one-leg) moves, repeat with opposite limb. That's one set.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : 2 moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between.
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1 Barbell floor press
3 15 30
2 Jump rope
3 15@ 30
3 Wide-stance goblet squat
3 15 30
4 Single-leg deadlift with barbell
3 15@ 30
5 Alternating dumbbell shoulder press
3 15 30
6 One-arm bent-over row
3 15@ 30
7 One-arm swing
3-5 15-20@ 30
8 Get up sit-up
2 5@ 30
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
New Year,New You (WEIGHTS)
The Body Transformation Workout
Difficulty level: Advanced
Muscles involved: Total body\
Focus: Fat loss
Duration: 60 minutes
Overview
Take a hard look in the mirror. See the reflection starring back at you? All of that is about to change. You're about to begin a workout that has repeatedly changed any type of body, regardless of whether you have 100 pounds to lose or 10. Consider this the fat-loss formula for the image you desire to see.
How to do this workout?
Perform this workout three times per week resting a day between each session. For instance, you'd train on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday.
When you see a number with a letter next to it-such as 1A and 1B-it means the exercises should be performed as a group. Do one set of the first exercise, rest for the prescribed amount of time, and then do one set of the next exercise in the group. Repeat until you've completed all of your sets for each exercise, and then move on to the next group.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Barbell bench press
4 6 30
1B Incline dumbbell bench press
3 10 30
1C Dumbbell shoulder press
3 8 30
1D Cable lying triceps extension
3 10 30
1E Barbell rollout
3 10 30
1F Plank
3 30 s 90
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
2A 45-degree plank
3 5 30
2B Dumbbell row
3 10 30
2C Face pull
3 15 30
2D Wide-grip lat pulldown
3 8 30
2E Barbell biceps curl
3 12 30
2F One-arm burpee
3 5-8 90
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
NEW YEAR NEW YOU (kettlebell)
Strong & Sexy Workout
Duration: 60 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Total body
Focus: Build muscle
Overview
You have a complicated life with little time to worry about whether your workout will actually help you achieve your goals This plan is designed for someone that wants to think less and see more-as in, speed up your fat loss and tone every inch of your body.
How to do this workout?
Perform this workout 3-4 times per week, as long as you never train more than two days in a row with the program below.
The workout consists of two days of training: Workout A and Workout B. You'll alternate these workouts every other day.
When you see a number with a letter next to it-such as 1A and 1B-it means the exercises should be performed as a superset. Do one set of the first exercise, rest for the prescribed amount of time, and then do one set of the next exercise in the group. Repeat until you've completed all of your sets for each exercise, and then move on to the next group.
After you've finished all sets in each superset, your workout is complete.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : 2 moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 workout DAY 3 rest DAY 4 workout DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Goblet squat
4 15 75
1B Alternating dumbbell row
4 6-10 75
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
2A Hip raise
3 15 75
2B Kettlebell chest press
3 15 75
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
3A Dumbbell reverse lung
3 15 75
3B Wide-stance plank with leg lift
3 30-60 s 75
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
4 Kettlebell swing
5 15 60
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
new year,new you (WEIGHTS)
Old-School Muscle
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Total body
Focus: Build muscle
Duration: 20 minutes
Overview
All you need to do is look at the legends of bodybuilding to know that you don't need fancy machines or equipment to build muscle. In fact, one barbell and a few plates are more than enough to chisel an eye-catching physique. This workout is a throwback. One barbell, four exercises, and a balls-to-the-wall training approach that will pack on muscle and shred your body.
How to do this workout?
Perform this full-body workout at least three days a week, resting at least a day between each session. So you might lift weights on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday. This is a time-based workout. Set a timer for 20 minutes and follow the plan until time is up.
This routine consists of one circuit. Perform one set of each exercise in the order listed, without any rest. Once you finish one set of each move, immediately move to the next. If you can, make sure to never let go of the barbell until you complete all four exercises. Then rest one minute, and repeat until time is up.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : 2 moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Barbell deadlift
** 6 0
1B Clean
** 6 0
1C Barbell front squat
** 6 0
1D Barbell push press
** 6 60
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
NEW YEAR,NEW YOU (yoga)
Strong Back, Strong Core
Duration: 30 minutes
Difficulty level: Advanced
Equipment: Yoga blocks
Focus: Strength · Breathing · Flexibility · Balance · Mobility
Overview
Target the muscles that surround your spine.
This routine is designed to lengthen and loosen your back, as well as strengthen your entire core, which is essential to protect your spine. The moves in this routine target back flexibility and mobility, both of which may help decrease pain.
New Year,New You (Cardio)
Best Abs Exercises Of All Time
Difficulty level: Advanced
Muscles involved: Abs
Focus: Abs · Fat loss
Duration: 45 minutes
Overview
What happens when you ask some of the best trainers in the world to select their favorite ab exercises and then blend them in a unique way? You have a workout that you need to try to believe. This special routine has your abs covered-training it directly with isolation movements, and indirectly with core stabilization moves like squats. Give it a try and you'll quickly see what you've been missing.
How to do this workout?
Perform this workout 2-3 times per week, making sure to never do this routine on back-to-back days.
When you see a number with a letter next to it-such as 1A and 1B-it means the exercises should be performed as a group. Do one set of the first exercise, rest for the prescribed amount of time, and then do one set of the next exercise in the group. Repeat until you've completed all of your sets for each exercise, and then move on to the next group.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : 2 moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between.
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Swiss ball Russian twist
2 8@ 0
1B Squat
3 8-10 45-60
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
2A The teaser
1 0
2B Towel plank and knee-in
3 12-15 30
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
3 Cable woodchop
1 10-12@ 0
4 Bow pose
1 30-60 s 0
5 Side-to-side lunge chops
1 10@ 60
6 Standing side crunch
3 8@ 0
7 Side plank and row
1 6@ 0
8 Three-way plank
2-3 10-20 0
9 Swiss ball rollout
1 10-15 60
10 Modified Pilates roll-up with ball
1 15 0
11 Body bar oblique twist
3 10@ 0
12 Swiss ball pike
3 8-10 0
13 Swiss ball plank leg lift
3 10-sec. hold, 30-sec. hold 0
14 Standing side crunch
1 10@ 0
15 Half-kneeling rotational reverse chop
1 8-10@ 0
16 Reverse crunch on a bench
1 15 0
17 Side plank to plank with reach under
1 6@ 0
18 Walkout
1 10 0
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
NEW YEAR,NEW YOU (yoga)
Flex Your Torso
Duration: 5 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Equipment: None
Focus: Mobility
Overview
Curl forward with precision.
Flexion is a fundamental movement principle in Pilates. It involves bending a joint (such as your hip) to bring 2 bones(such as your thigh bone&pelvis) closer to each other.
New Year,New You (CARDIO)
3 Moves For Stronger Abs
Difficulty level: Beginner
Muscles involved: Abs
Focus: Abs · Fat loss
Duration: 25 minutes
Overview
We all want a flat stomach. No surprise there. But since many women are still relying on crunches to get it, we want to make one thing clear: Crunching is not the most effective abs workout. If you want to start seeing results it's time to start trying something new. You won't find any crunches in this workout, but you will finally find the body you've been wanting.
How to do this workout?
Perform the following workout 1-2 times per week. You can do this as a separate workout or after a weight-training session. Make sure that you never perform these exercises on back-to-back days.
Complete the exercises as straight sets by performing all sets of a given exercise before moving on to the next. Make sure you rest as needed in between before moving on to the next.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : 2 moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 rest DAY 4 workout DAY 5 rest DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1 Side plank and row
5 30-45 s @ 20
2 Walkout from pushup position
5 10-12 20
3 Standing cable crunch
5 ** 20
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
NEW YEAR,NEW YOU (WEIGHTS)
The instant V-taper plan
Duration: 60 minutes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Muscles involved: Shoulders · Chest · Back · Biceps · Triceps
Focus: Build muscle · Fat loss
Overview
It's no secret how men can look in better shape: Build a wider chest, shoulders, and back, and suddenly your waist will look a lot smaller. Easier said than done, but not impossible. In fact, this workout has been showing to do just that-challenge all the muscles you need to look bigger, and structure it in a way where you just might burn some fat as well to actually make your stomach look smaller.
How to do this workout?
Perform the following workout two times per week. Make sure that you never perform these exercises on back-to-back days.
When you see a number with a letter next to it-such as 1A and 1B-it means the exercises should be performed as a group. Do one set of the first exercise, rest for the prescribed amount of time, and then do one set of the next exercise in the group. Repeat until you've completed all of your sets for each exercise, and then move on to the next group.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : 2 moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between.
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 rest DAY 4 workout DAY 5 rest DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Alternating incline dumbbell bench press
4 12, 8, 12, 8 60
1B BOSU ball pushup
4 10 60
1C Pullup
4 ** 60
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
2A Dumbbell lying triceps extension
3 10 0
2B Single-arm neutral-grip dumbbell row
3 10, 8, 6 0
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
3A Bench dip
3 ** 0
3B Lat pulldown
3 12, 10, ** 0
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
4A Barbell biceps curl
3 10 30
4B Cable overhead triceps extension
3 10 30
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
5A One-arm concentration curls
3 15, 10, ** 0
5B Triceps pressdown
3 10 0
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
New Year,New You (YOGA)
Master core control
Duration: 10 minutes
Difficulty level: Beginner
Equipment: Dumbbells
Focus: Strength · Balance · Flexibility
Overview
Learn proper postural alignment with these moves.
The exercises in this workout improve posture by strengthening the core and stretching overused muscles
NEW YEAR,NEW YOU (WEIGHTS)
The V-taper workout plan
Duration: 60 minutes
Difficulty level: Beginner
Muscles involved: Shoulders · Chest · Core
Focus: Build muscle · Fat loss
Overview
Sometimes there's nothing wrong with a little vanity. You want a bigger upper body? Then go get it. This plan has exactly what you need to sculpt the ultimate guy physique.
How to do this workout?
Perform the following workout 2-3 times per week. Make sure that you never perform these exercises on back-to-back days.
When you see a number with a letter next to it-such as 1A and 1B-it means the exercises should be performed as a group. Do one set of the first exercise, rest for the prescribed amount of time, and then do one set of the next exercise in the group. Repeat until you've completed all of your sets for each exercise, and then move on to the next group.
Circuit : Do 1 set of each exercise in a group consecutively, without rests in between. Once these exercises have been completed, repeat the circuit again - doing 1 set of each with no rests in between. Continue until prescribed number of total sets are performed
Strength : Complete all sets of an exercise at the same time with rests in between. Then move to the next exercise.
Superset : Two moves done consecutively (like a circuit) with no rests in between.
Weekly routine
DAY 1 workout DAY 2 rest DAY 3 workout DAY 4 rest DAY 5 workout DAY 6 rest DAY 7 rest
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
1A Barbell bench press
4 12, 8, 12, 8 60
1B Reverse-grip barbell row
4 12-15 60
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
2A Alternating incline dumbbell bench press
4 12, 8, 12, 8 60
2B Face pull
3 15 60
SUPERSET SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
3A Incline dip
2 ** 60
3B Pushup
2 30 s @ 60
CIRCUIT SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
4A Barbell upright row
3 10 60
4B Alternating dumbbell shoulder press
3 10 60
4C Single-arm dumbbell snatch
3 10 60
STRENGTH SETS REPS/TIME REST (S)
5 Jumping jacks
5 30 s 60
** - as many as possible; @ - each side
Monday, February 27, 2017
New Year- New You (YOGA)
Yoga for athletes
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Equipment: None
Focus: Strength · Balance · Flexibility · Breathing · Mobility
Duration: 10 minutes
Overview
Enhance sports skills by improving balance, core strength and flexibility.
Studies have shown that athletes can benefit by adding yoga to their training regimen. This routine works on flexibility, balance, agility, endurance, core and overall strength-all tools that help prevent injury and aid in recovery.
Thursday, February 9, 2017
New Year New You -Bing workout (YOGA)
Release muscles with a foam roller
Difficulty level: Intermediate
Equipment: Foam roller
Focus: Strength · Balance · Flexibility
Duration: 15 minutes
Overview
Stretch, strengthen and massage your muscles from head to toe.
This workout uses the foam roller, which can be used for stretching, massaging, and strengthening the body. The beginning sequence focuses on muscle release moves. Then you'll practice balance exercises on the foam roller
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