Gregg guided me through a series of exercises that I performed one after the other. Many of these exercises involved compound moves. For instance, rather than doing a series of squats followed by shoulder presses, the two moves were combined. This type of exercise requires the core muscles to work to stabilize the body while performing the exercise. Performing compound movements like this is a more efficient way of working out because you are working multiple muscle groups simultaneously rather than completing individual sets for each muscle group.
During the week I will follow a program that was designed specific to my needs to be used at home. I really appreciate the convenience of being able to do my workouts at home. Also, I don't need to buy a lot of expensive equipment because Gregg showed me how to use dumbbells, bands and my own body weight to perform the exercises. It's amazing what an intense workout you can get with just a few pieces of equipment. I did, however, treat myself to an early Christmas gift, the Bosu ball. Some on the exercises included in my home program are more challenging when performed on the Bosu ball so it is worth the $99 I spent. I consider it an investment in my health. I bought mine at Target, but they are readily available at sporting goods stores.
Bosu Ball-cute guy not includedI'll be following the home program twice per week in addition to the weekly session at American Mobile Fitness. On the other days I will be working at building up to 60 minutes of cardio. At this point I've only been doing 40-45 minutes, but I'll get there.
I can't express how much better I've been feeling since I started pushing myself to work out on a daily basis. The knee pain I had been experiencing from osteoarthritis has improved dramatically-the main reason I sought out a personal trainer. I actually look forward to my daily workout now instead of dreading it.
I can't express how much better I've been feeling since I started pushing myself to work out on a daily basis. The knee pain I had been experiencing from osteoarthritis has improved dramatically-the main reason I sought out a personal trainer. I actually look forward to my daily workout now instead of dreading it.
Karen, you are doing great! Such dedication! I constantly fall off the wagon in the exercise dept. lol
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I struggle with breakfast foods; what types do you eat?
ReplyDeleteDaily Seeking-I like to combine a carb and a protein. Lately I've been doing a lot of oatmeal with dried fruit and nuts and hard boiled eggs. I like to have about a dozen hard boiled eggs on hand. They are quick to grab when I don't have a lot of time in the morning. I usually just eat the egg whites because they are high in protein and low in fat and cholesterol.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the Bosu! I bought mine back when they first came out and had a higher price tag, darn it! Such a fantastic tool.
ReplyDeleteI adore hearing that you are looking forward to your workouts! The thing I tell my clients and friends and anyone else who will listen (including myself...) is that the best part of working out is that afterward you NEVER regret that you just worked out. I hope for you that it continues to be something you look forward to every day.