This exercise is a great example of a compound exercise. It combines a curtsy lunge with a squat. I added the kettle bell to make it more intense. Each set I did of these, I went with a slightly heavier Continue Reading »
This video is of explosive jack push-ups, which is just one of the exercises from the most recent XIT workout. This move is very complex, but a great challenge to work up to. We were given the option to do a Continue Reading »
I've taken pilates for over 10 years now and it is an invaluable part of my weekly training. Through working on my core and flexibility, I am able to see more progress in my running and lifting with Continue Reading »
I like to post a lot of my heavier or more complicated workouts cause those are the ones that show how much progress I've made with my fitness. I don't always lift super heavy, however, so I thought it Continue Reading »
Lots of exercises can be modified to isolate one side of your body. This allows you to work on strengthening your non-dominant side (leg, arm, etc). Everyone knows that their dominant hand is due to handwriting, but Continue Reading »
Anyone who works out regularly has probably done their fair share of lunges. Lord knows that I have, so it becomes important to find ways to mix up this basic exercise to keep it challenging. This can be done Continue Reading »
One of the things I love most about my focus on lifting heavy as my fitness benchmark is definitely achieving a new personal record or PR. This is the heaviest you've ever successfully done the Continue Reading »
Pilates involves a lot of core work, but with moves other than just crunches. Even with something like the jump board exercises shown below, you control your movement with your core more than your legs. While Continue Reading »
Monday will be the day that I post my favorite workout from the previous week along with an explanation as to why it was my favorite workout. After all there are many different reasons to be proud of a workout, Continue Reading »