Exercise Tip of the day

As you can see all of these terrific tips are not all coming from my brain, otherwise I would look exceptional!!!  Obviously I am finding articles and modifying them as well as just sending them on to everyone else as these are helping me through my journey and may help on your journey as well.  If you find an article or a tip you want to share please send it to me at erinpcaldwell@gmail.com . 

I found this article through fitness magazine.  The link is the following
 http://www.fitnessmagazine.com/workout/tips/quick-tricks/10-quick-ways-to-go-from-fat-to-firm/

Make Every Gym Minute Count

1. Just press "intense." Don't have that much time to work out? "Try high-intensity aerobic exercise or resistance training, which can help you burn an extra 50 to 150 calories during the first two hours after exercise.  For cardio, incorporate several speed intervals; for strength training, do circuits.

2. Follow the new guidelines. Do moderately intense cardio (hard enough to break a sweat) for at least 30 minutes, five days a week, plus total-body strength training twice weekly. Want to shed pounds? Bump the cardio to an hour.

3. Squeeze in a quickie workout. This total-body circuit-training routine from Joe Dowdell, co-owner of Peak Performance NYC, is perfect for days when you feel pressed for time. Do each exercise for about one minute; complete the circuit two or three times.

• Squat (15 to 20 reps)
• Lunge (15 reps per side)
• Push-up (10 to 15 reps)
• Bridge (15 to 20 reps)
• Plank pose (hold 30 to 60 seconds)

I heard from several people that they do these as they are folding clothes, watching tv, etc.  Seems like an something easy you can implement and takes very little time. 

I hope you all enjoy the tips and my discussions around my weight loss.  If you like the blog, please consider following me!

~Erin