Hi Everyone!
Welcome to today’s workout! I am excited to bring you a fantastic Total Body Workout. This is a great collaboration between BenderFitness and Coach Sean Vigue.
You don’t need any equipment for this workout (except maybe a yoga mat) and it can be done anywhere.
You will start out with me for a LIIT Workout, completed primarily in standing. I do give some options for higher impact substitutions for those of you looking to take the workout to the next level of intensity. You can also add weight via dumbbells or a weighted vest if you want to amp up the workout.
You will finish the workout on the mat with Sean Vigue, for a core based Pilates workout flow.
Sean and I have done several workout collaborations together, and I always enjoy the variety and versatility we are able to bring to our workouts when we join forces.
Fit Pregnancy Workout Guidelines:
Currently I am still in my first Trimester of pregnancy. That means that I have to watch my workout intensity and prevent my body from overheating. Core temperatures over 101 degrees Fahrenheit can be dangerous to the baby. Other than that I have no current workout restrictions.
I am still able to do traditional core exercises. Some doctors recommend stopping traditional core movements (like sit-ups) once you head into the second trimester, however, my doctor has given me the green light to continue through my 15th week of pregnancy.
If at any time before that point I notice that I am unable to maintain core engagement through my transverse abs during any core focused workouts I will stop doing them.
*All pregnancies and bodies are different. Always, ALWAYS, consult with your doctor about your specific pregnancy and workout needs. Your doctor knows you and your pregnancy best, and can give you individualized recommendations.
You can read more about First Trimester Fitness: What you Need to Know About Working Out in the First Trimester here: https://www.benderfitness.com/2015/12/working-out-in-the-first-trimester-of-pregnancy-what-you-need-to-know.html
I hope that you all enjoy today’s workout! Let me know what you think about this collaboration!
See you soon.
<3 Melissa
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Total Body Workout. No Equipment Needed.
Start out with a Low Impact Interval Training (LIIT) Workout and Finish with a Core Focused Pilates Workout and Cool Down. You can do this workout anywhere.
– [ ] March
– [ ] Modified Jumping Jacks
– [ ] Low Impact Burpee
– [ ] Sumo Squat Twist-Right
– [ ] Sumo Squat Twist Left
– [ ] Speed Skater
– [ ] Air Squat
– [ ] Table Kick-Right
– [ ] Table Kick-Left
– [ ] Warrior III Leg Pulse-Right
– [ ] Warrior III Leg Pulse-Left
– [ ] Plie Squat to Side Reach-Right
– [ ] Plie Squat to Side Reach- Left
– [ ] Chair Twist to Toes
– [ ] March
Roll out your mat to finish with Core Focused Pilates with Coach Sean Vigue.
Doing this one today on my day one. Perfect for starting again brand new.
I hope you enjoyed it! ❤️ I can’t wait to hear about how these work for you.
It was a great way to start my first day back to school after a great summer vacation! Always love your workouts!!
Thanks for posting these! I’ve been adding these into my regular workout routine a few times a week for quite some time and haven’t ever posted. I really love how genuine and real these workouts are! They’re also totally accessible. I have 4 kids (youngest is just 6 weeks old!!!), so I love being able to do these wherever I am. I chose this one because it’s LIIT and I’m just working my way back from having a baby. This workout was great! Thanks again. Home base is Chattanooga, Tennessee.
Congratulations on the newest addition to your family! There will be more LIIT workouts coming. ❤️
Both of these routines are amazing and the combination is perfect!
Thank you very much for your collaboration and your work!
Thank you for sharing your exercices and your experiences 🙂
Kisses from France.
Estelle.
I’m so glad you liked the workout! ❤️
Very fast and energizing. Thanks for the combo. Loved it
Loved it!
I love the collaboration. It keeps it interesting.
I’ve done your collaboration videos with you and Coach Vigue , they are always super good. I don’t underestimate Pilates and LIIT anymore. Sweaty! Checking in from Colorado.
I’ve been doing your work outs for over 6 years Melissa and I absolutely love them, I especially love this one, the collaboration is fantastic! Never realised how good Pilates was would love to see more collaborations with Sean
Working though a some foot pain and choosing some low impact workouts. I love this one with Sean. What a great collaboration with him. I always feel so great when after the combo of both.
Thanks for your great workouts.
God bless.
Wonderful workout. My husband has leukemia and got pretty stressed today. Did this workout and I felt so much better.
Sending love to your family. I’m glad the workouts help with stress management.