Thursday's Total Body/Cardio -- Fat Burning Lower Impact Quiet Cardio

I've been having some issues with my right knee--mainly due to the step classes that I teach.  Since I'm off the next 2 days for the July 4th holiday, I thought I'd do a lower impact workout.  I found this 30 minute workout on Jessicasmithtv.

Thursday's Total Body -- HIIT Mash Up

Today's workout has something for everyone.  

From jessicasmithtv, this workout includes kickboxing, sculpting, HIIT, cardio, Pilates, toning, and fat burning.  It is one hour long.  You will need a set of weights, a mat and two paper plates if on a carpet or two small towels or wash cloths if you are on a regular floor for sliding.

A warm up and cool down are both included.

Tuesday's Trunk and Core -- Waistline Work

Today's workout comes from jessicasmithtv.  It is a routine dedicated to your core muscles (abs, obliques and back).  Quite a few of the exercises are taken from Pilates.  If having your knees bent the way she does in the picture bothers you, you can adjust the legs until it feels right.

Since we are expecting more snow tonight, I thought it'd be nice to give you the illusion of working out in warmer weather....

Monday's Muscle Work -- Post 300!!! -- Toned & Jiggle Free Arms

Happy Monday!  I can't believe that today I am posting my, drum roll please......

!!!!!

That just seems crazy to me.  Yet, when I think about it, it's about a year ago that I got certified as a personal trainer.   Time flies.....anyway, on to today's workout.

Today's routine comes from jessicasmithtv and it focuses on the arms--although she includes exercises like squats and boat pose to give you some leg and core work as well.

She really doesn't do much of a warm up, so I suggest you do one on your own first.  She does do a decent stretch at the end.

You will need a set of hand weights and a mat or carpeted area.

Tuesday's Trunk and Core -- Stability Ball Abs

The stability ball is one of the best pieces of equipment you can use when training your abdominal muscles.

Today's video comes from jessicasmithtv.  It is 13 minutes long.

This workout would be a great addition to any cardio based workout.  Remember, you need to burn the fat in order to see the muscles underneath!

Wednesday's Wild/Warrior Workout - Kickboxing

Today's video comes from Jessicasmithtv.  It is a 30 minute kickboxing circuit training workout that alternates between cardio and strength training segments.

You will need a set of lighter dumbbells.  The reps done are high, so lighter is better.

As always, her cuing is spot on.  Please remember to pay attention to your joints--no snapping of the elbows during punches or the knees during kicks.

A warm up, cool down and stretch are provided.

Thursday's Total Body/Cardio-- Chair Cardio and Strength Workout + Chair Stretch

Today's workout comes from jessicasmithtv.  It is a two part workout that is done entirely on a chair.  This is great program for beginners and those of you with joint issues or injuries--especially knees.  For a bit more core challenge, this workout could also be done on a stability ball.

You will need a sturdy chair or a stability ball for more challenge, a towel and a set of dumbbells.

You will see that you don't have to be standing to get a great cardio  and strength workout.

I've also included a stretch video that completes this workout.