https://youtu.be/j3T7uZhLgb8 So we've worked with the loose bag a couple of time before in boxing class, but usually we're just told to punch it or move it across the floor. Today our instructor told us to give it Continue Reading »
https://youtu.be/dkz6WyxCOd8 I'm not someone who shies away from a challenge, but I am also aware of my weaknesses. It's important to know what could lead to an injury and find out acceptable modifications to help Continue Reading »
Adding resistance bands helps add another level to basic moves such as bicep curls and shoulder press. You have to really work to maintain control not only when you perform the exercise but also when you return to the Continue Reading »
With my weekly XIT workouts, you're always supposed to do as many reps as possible (AMRAP) during each 15 minute circuit. For some people, this means trying to get through each circuit as many times as possible in the Continue Reading »
https://youtu.be/xuA4JAu5wHw https://youtu.be/1UToUTfoVeE https://youtu.be/tMDBn9WMrcs Our XIT workout for the last two weeks was very heavy on the burpees, and that's without the burpees that I had to do in boxing Continue Reading »
While I have mentioned that having a strict training schedule is the key to my continued success at maintaining my motivation to go to the gym, that's only part of the story. When you work out as much as I do for as Continue Reading »
https://youtu.be/xnf5iX_atI0 Today's workout was inspired by another trainer at our gym. She and her daughter do these crazy complicated workouts together and share the videos on FB. I decided to attempt one of the Continue Reading »
https://youtu.be/QIKCFm1azN4 While hitting the bag is always a great way to get your frustrations out, ball slams are a close second. There is something so satisfying about picking a heavy ball up over your head only Continue Reading »
https://youtu.be/CaJ-9D-y7eI https://youtu.be/FPSGrr3r_Xg I'm sure I've mentioned that I despise burpees on this blog before. They were always used as a punishment when I played rugby and just have a negative Continue Reading »
I've already posted about how my adherence to a regimented workout schedule is my key to staying motivated to workout week after week. I, however, am also human and do have instances where I'm tempted to say screw the Continue Reading »