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5 Minute Ab Workout

October 12, 2015 By Nutrisimo Leave a Comment

Get ready to rock your core with this 5 minute ab workout! Today we’re giving you a quick but intense routine to whittle your middle and sculpt flat abs.

This routine is a perfect add-on to your workout, or a great way to get in some toning on busy days. I love doing cardio and abs together and these are some of the toning moves I would do after my morning run. It’s just 5 minutes, so there’s no excuse not to do it. Remember – every workout counts. You can quickly go through these ab sculpting moves while your coffee is brewing, before you hop in the shower, during your lunch break, or right before bed. Five minutes is all you need, so fit in this routine sometime today.

A quick routine like this always makes me feel great. This morning I woke up and didn’t have the energy to go of run. Honestly, I didn’t feel like doing anything, so I decided to do th most relaxed workout I could think of. Lying on the ground didn’t sound too bad, so an ab routine was my workout of choice. It’s amazing how even one quick workout can just change your attitude and really set the tone for your day. You might do this 5 minute ab workout and then feel energized to do a 30 minute workout! This happens to me all the time. So whether you’re having a full-out sweat sesh, or just squeezing in some toning moves as you go through the day, you will feel awesome once you complete this 5 minute ab workout. Roll out your yoga mat, cause it’s crunch time – literally. 😉

If you want a more intense ab workout, do this routine 2-3x through for some major burn. You will definitely be sore tomorrow. If you’re working on strengthening your abs, you could do this 5 minute ab workout every day. Pair it with you regular workouts or complete this routine by itself. I hope you enjoy this workout and please be sure to comment below and let me know once you’ve done it. I’d love to hear from you. What workout do you want to see next? Do you like these short routines, or would you like a longer more challenging workout? Comment below with what you want to see next!

Best Moves to Tone Your Upper Body

October 5, 2015 By Nutrisimo Leave a Comment

Happy Monday!

It’s time to sculpt strong and beautiful arms with these best moves to tone your upper body. I’ve found that my upper body responds pretty quickly when I train consistently, so I aim to train my arms and back about 2-3 times a week. Honestly, I think arms are one of the most rewarding areas to train. Don’t get me wrong, it’s awesome to have toned abs and legs, but under your pants and shirt, you don’t really appreciate them. On the other hand, your arms are usually exposed and you can definitely notice when someone has toned and sculpted arms.

So to kick off the week, I thought I would share some of the best moves to tone your upper body. The routine I’m sharing with you today is guaranteed to sculpt beautiful arms and tone every area of your upper body. We’ll be working the back, biceps, chest, shoulders, and triceps in this Upper Body Blast. There are some of the best moves to tone your upper body, so get ready. You’ll be showing of your guns in no time! 😉 Get the printable routine here – Upper Body Blast Workout.

For this workout you’ll need:

2 sets of dumbbells (light and heavy weight)
1 pull up bar (such as this one)
yoga mat

If you’re at the gym, you should have a variety of weight to choose from. If not, I recommend investing in some adjustable weights to use at home. Trust me, they are worth every penny. I can’t tell you how often I use my adjustable weights. They are so convenient, and they take up a lot less space than regular dumbbells. You’ll also want to invest in a pull up bar. It’s super convenient and will probably be one of the most valuable pieces of exercise equipment you’ll own. I sometimes you this for my pushups as well. You can purchase one at your local sports store, or online. You really don’t need anything fancy. Here’s an idea of what you should look for.

This routine includes a combination of body weight and free weight. You can do this workout at home, or print this routine and bring it along to the gym. Be sure to maintain proper form and use challenging weights. However, never sacrifice proper form for the sake of weight. Be cautious and focus on each move. This will help you make that mind-muscle connection and prevent any injuries. You want to really concentrate on the muscles you are working and keep proper form the entire time. Remember that you can always use a variety of weights for different muscles. I know that my biceps are stronger than my shoulders, so I might use 15 pounds for bicep curls, and 8 pounds for the lateral press. Adjust the weight according to your fitness level.

Please be sure to comment below and let me know when you do this workout. Also, share your pictures with us on Instagram, Facebook, and Twitter. We want to see you flexing and showing off those strong arms that you’ve been working on. 🙂

Question of the Day: What body part do you want to work next?

Monday Madness HIIT Routine

September 28, 2015 By Nutrisimo Leave a Comment

Good morning! Are you ready for this Monday Madness HIIT Routine? It’s going to be awesome. I love to kick off the week with a good workout, but I usually don’t have a lot of time to spend exercising. I like to get my workout done first thing in the morning, and Mondays tend to be a day when I need a quick living room workout.

I’ve put together this Monday Madness HIIT Routine for those that are always on-the-go. It’s guaranteed to get your heart pumping and leave you dripping. Get the printable Monday Madness HIIT Routine.

All that’s required for this workout is a yoga mat and some dedication. You don’t need any weights, but you should have a water bottle handy – cause you’re going to need it. Repeat this routine as many times as possible. It should take you about 7 minutes to complete one round. Go through this routine three times and you’ll get an awesome workout in just 21 minutes. This is the perfect routine to do at home before heading off to school or work. It’s simple, effective, and super quick. You can definitely intensify this workout by adding weights. If you do this routine at the gym, you can do more advanced versions of each move, or depending on the equipment you have at home, you can make it more challenging.

The TRX Suspension Trainer Kit is great for your at-home workouts. You can use this for mountain climbers, pushups, planks, and more. Check out the sample video that demonstrates all the moves you can do. There’s also a lot of TRX workout ideas you can find on YouTube.

I hope you enjoy this workout routine. Please be sure to comment below once you’ve completed this routine and let me know how you liked it. Also, I would love to know what other types of workouts you’d like to see. Do you prefer strength training, HIIT, or pilates? I’d love to share more with you, so tell me what you workout you want to see next!

Question of the Day: What time do you usually exercise?

My Favorite Lower Body Workout

September 21, 2015 By Nutrisimo Leave a Comment

Best Moves to Tighten & Tone Your Lower Body

It seems appropriate to start a Monday with my favorite lower body workout. After the weekend, I am ready to hit the gym and get an intense workout in. I think most people have a favorite area to exercise, and for me, it’s my lower body. I really look forward to training my legs and creating challenging routines for myself. There are so many fun and effective moves you can do to tone up your lower body, it was hard to decide what to include in this workout. However, I did find that these specific moves coupled together gave me great results and I definitely felt the burn. If you’re heading to the gym today, give my favorite lower body workout a try. I think you’re going to love it. 😉

You can do this routine at home or at bring it along to the gym. Go ahead and click here to print this workout: My Favorite Lower Body Workout.

I recommend doing a quick warm up before you begin this exercise. You want to walk or jog for about 10 minutes before starting this routine so your muscles are warmed up. I like using 10-25 pound weights for my workouts, but use whatever weight is challenging for you. Be mindful of your form and don’t overdo it on the weights. You don’t want to injure yourself from improper form of strenuous weight. If you’re a beginner, you can just use your body weight for this routine.

If you are intermediate or advanced use additional weight for each move. Personally, I love using a kettlebell for my squats, lunges, and deadlifts. I recommend starting out with a 10-15 pound dumbbell, or lighter if you are just starting out.

To increase the intensity of this workout add weights to each move. You can place a dumbbell behind your knee while doing your donkey kicks, and hold a dumbbell or plate against your leg for the fire hydrants. Remember to use challenging weights, so that around the twelfth repetition you are feeling the burn. When I do this routine at home I like to use adjustable weights. I couldn’t find the brand I use online, but here is a set very similar to what I use.

* Please be aware that I am not certified as a personal trainer or fitness instructor. I am simply sharing my personal workout routine, and am not in any way replacing the consultation of a doctor or certified instructor. Use this information at your own discretion and proceed at your own risk.

Best Workouts for Busy Mornings

September 4, 2015 By Nutrisimo Leave a Comment

5 Simple & Effective Routines to Do When You’re on the Go

We’re busy people. These days it seems like everyone is on the go and fitting in exercise is not realistic. It’s easy to convince ourselves that a 10 minute workout isn’t worth doing, but I want to remind you that every workout counts. Even if you only have 10 or 15 minutes, you can still get in a great workout.

Somedays I have so much to do and I feel like there’s no time to exercise. This is when a quick, heart-pumping routine is so helpful. I’ve rounded up 5 of my favorite workouts to do when I’m short on time. These may be short, but they are super effective, and I always feel so good once I finish them.

Whether you’re starting school, heading back to work, or just always on the go, here are five of the best workouts for busy mornings.

1. The 7 Minute HIIT Routine

The other day I knew I had a lot to do and I really didn’t have time to go for a run or head to the gym. At first I thought I’d just skip my workout for the day. Then I remembered that Tone It Up had a great 7 Minute HIIT routine. I love the Tone It Up workouts and do them all the time. When I can fit in a longer workout, I’ll do a routine from their DVD, or I’ll take one of their printables to the gym. But on a busy day, this routine is perfect. It got my heart rate up, and a good sweat going. The best part… it only took me 14 minutes! I did this routine twice through and I was done.

2. 15 Minute Cardio and Total Body Toning Boot Camp Workout

I love Kelli and Daniel. This husband and wife are an amazing duo that create awesome workouts. Fitness Blender has hundreds of FREE workouts available on their YouTube channel and website. Their workouts are simple, effective, and many are rather short. If you don’t have much time, try one of their 15 minute routines. Another great feature of their workouts is that their is no music. This means you can follow along while listening to your favorite jams. Next time you’re in a hurry, do a Fitness Blender workout. 😉

3. Sarah’s Ultimate Booty Boot-Camp Workout

I’ve been following Sarah Dussault for many years. She is passionate about promoting a healthy and active lifestyle, and shares her wealth of knowledge through her blog and YouTube channel. Her workouts are really effective and super quick. If you’re looking for some serious burn in a short amount of time, give this booty boot-camp a try. I was shocked at how sore I was the next day. This workout may only be 15 minutes, but it is no joke. You can also check out her new book, Get Skinny Again, for more workout ideas.

4. Train Insane HIIT Workout

How many of you have heard of Blogilates? Cassey has definitely been growing in popularity and no wonder! She’s talented, passionate, and bursting with life. I’ve followed her blog for quite a few years, and love watching her YouTube videos. Cassey is super creative and driven and she really makes working out fun. She has tons of free workouts available on YouTube, and she even offers a free workout calendar on her blog. This is one of my favorite HIIT workouts from Blogilates. It’s short but… insane. Give it a try next time you need to get a quick sweat in.

5. Intense Ab Workout

Well, I’ve shared all of my favorite YouTubers and fitness instructors, but now I want to share one of my own routines. I made this up one day when I wanted to do a really intense ab workout. I think it’s safe to say that most people want nice abs, so if you’re looking for a challenging workout to sculpt that six pack, give this routine a try. Start at one and work your way down. On the last circuit hold your plank for 30 seconds, then do a 30 second side plank on either your right or left. When you repeat the circuit be sure to switch sides. I hope you love it and please let me know if you’d like to see more of my personal workouts. I love following DVDs and printable routines, but it’s really fun to just do my own thing. Sometimes the workouts you “make up” are the most challenging of all!

Please give these workouts a try, I know you’ll love them. Also, comment below with your best workouts for busy mornings. How do you fit in a workout when you’re short on time?