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Friday, January 7, 2011
Sunday, January 2, 2011
New Year, New You! 2011
Last year in my New Year's fitness program I lost 7lbs, 3 inches in my hips, and a few in my waist within a few simple months. This year I'm at it again with a new program to give me focus for winter. One of my goals for 2011 is to run a half marathon. My focus with each workout will help get me in overall lean shape at a rapid pace. The workout will be a mix of Pilates standing barre work, intense core matwork and consistent runs.
Pilates acts like a multivitamin no matter which sport you enjoy. The mix of Pilates and running (walking/jogging can be a good replacement also) is sure to get you an improved figure for when spring approaches.
Just as a reminder my stats after my program as of 3/22/10:
Pilates acts like a multivitamin no matter which sport you enjoy. The mix of Pilates and running (walking/jogging can be a good replacement also) is sure to get you an improved figure for when spring approaches.
Just as a reminder my stats after my program as of 3/22/10:
- Height- 5ft 4in
- Weight- 133
- BMI- 22.08
- Waist- 30inches
- Bust- 32inches
- Hip- 36inches
- Thigh- 22inches
- Upper Arm- 11.5inches
Current stats as of 1/2/11:
- Height- 5ft 4in
- Weight-133 lbs.
- BMI- 22.08
- Waist- 30.5 inches
- Bust- 31 inches
- Hip- 35 inches
- Thigh- 21.5 inches
- Upper Arm- 11.5 inches
Goal: Stick to a 90-day plan with Pilates and running to get in shape for a half marathon in 2011.
Start Date: January 2, 2011
End Date: April 1, 2011
The Plan:
- Run outside or on elliptical for half hour 3x/week
- Combine Barmethod exercises along with a few others variations I know for a half hour routine 3x/week (done on off running days)
- Pilates basic ab 10-minute routine called Pilates Abs on Hulu 3x/week (done with running days)
- Take a Pilates studio lesson 1x/week
- Post updates on this blog and final results
Sunday, November 7, 2010
Field Trip: TRX (Suspension Training)
I had the opportunity to take a combination class at a Pilates studio that began with a half hour of TRX suspension training and finished up the rest of the hour using Gratz Towers. Needless to say the TRX was a wonderful compliment by working the full body and lots of stability. It was designed for the military and can be used in a variety of locations with its simple, adjustable straps. I can honestly say that it fatigued my muscles to make the Pilates section more challenging. My core was very sore the next day (which is hard to accomplish for someone who works out on a consistent basis).
The class began with simples squats, lunges, lying hamstring curls with bridging, chest presses, planks, and push ups. Over time balance work was incorporated to provide an extra challenge. Near the end some jumping worked to increase our heart rates. We even did the whole Pilates ab series lying on the floor with our hands in the straps which left me dewy in sweat.
This form of fitness is geared to any level, however I feel it is meant more for healthy, athletic individuals (without serious injuries). The next week I took the same class again which made the coordination of the movements easier, yet I still achieved the same muscle fatigue. This is a workout that will not let you plateau with its many variations. Your body works against gravity adding mental focus to this form of functional training. Unlike Pilates, this workout will leave you exhausted yet excited at its fast acting results.
The class began with simples squats, lunges, lying hamstring curls with bridging, chest presses, planks, and push ups. Over time balance work was incorporated to provide an extra challenge. Near the end some jumping worked to increase our heart rates. We even did the whole Pilates ab series lying on the floor with our hands in the straps which left me dewy in sweat.
This form of fitness is geared to any level, however I feel it is meant more for healthy, athletic individuals (without serious injuries). The next week I took the same class again which made the coordination of the movements easier, yet I still achieved the same muscle fatigue. This is a workout that will not let you plateau with its many variations. Your body works against gravity adding mental focus to this form of functional training. Unlike Pilates, this workout will leave you exhausted yet excited at its fast acting results.
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