Hi Everyone!
I have a fun throwback workout on the agenda for today. This 20-Minute Plank, Push-up, Burn Workout is fantastic for building stronger, more sculpted abdominal muscles. When I filmed the workout I did jump rope for the cardio bursts, but you can also choose to do high knees or marching in place as an equipment free option. You can even simulate jump roping, by doing the same motion without the jump rope.
These days I am usually working out with a little one around, so I will do high knees or rope-less jumping today to make sure no one gets hurt.
We are going to be activating the core from every direction to make sure we challenge every muscles of the mid-section. You can go through it once, or repeat it up to three times.
This evening I will also be teaching a yoga class. So, if you would like to add a yoga flow to your workout today you can find a great stretch and body scan meditation here: https://www.benderfitness.com/2022/05/full-body-yoga-stretch-45-minutes.html
This weekend we celebrated my sister’s bachelorette party with a weekend lake house trip. I didn’t get to film any workouts while I was up there (although the location would have been amazing for some videos). I will be filming new workouts this week, so stay tuned.
Let me know how today’s workout goes for you and if you had a favorite move. You can do one round or repeat it for a longer, more intense workout.
Melissa
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The Workout:
15 rounds of 30/50.
My cardio of choice was jumping rope, but you can also choose High Knees.
*Cardio
1. Toe Touch Push-ups
*Cardio
2. Side Plank Knee/Lift (right)
*Cardio
3. Side Plank Knee/Lift (left)
*Cardio
4. Reverse Plank Leg Lift
*Cardio
5. Criss Cross Plank
*Cardio
6. Elevator Plank (right)
*Cardio
7. Elevator Plank (left)
*Cardio
8. Dive Bomber
*Cardio
9. Windshield Wiper Plank
*Cardio
10. Plank Jack Push-up
*Cardio
11. Knee Drop Plank
*Cardio
12. Supergirl Push-up
*Cardio
13. Heel Press Plank (right)
*Cardio
14. Heel Press Plank (left)
*Cardio
15. Rotating Push-ups
Repeat 1-3X
Exercise Description:
Toe Touch Push-Ups: Start in Plank Position. Reach your right hand back to touch your left foot, while lifting the hips. Return to Plank position, complete a push-up. Repeat on Opposite Side. Video Tutorial here: Toe Touch Push-Up |
Windshield Wiper Plank: Start in Plank Position (on forearms or extended arms). Alternating legs, take a step out to the side, and return to plank position. |
Plank Jack: Start in plank position. Jump Both Feet out as you would in a jumping jack. Hold Plank or add a push-up. Return to starting position and repeat. Video Tutorial Here: Plank Jack. |