The 50's are a sandwich generation of fitness; we don't want to work out like we did 15, 10 or even 5 years ago, yet we aren't ready for the "senior" classes either. I'm revamping this blog to be a blend of health and fitness tips that I hope all of you "fiftysomethings" will find helpful.
***I am not a doctor or nutritionist.
Please consult your physician before performing any exercises or following any tips shown on this blog.
Today's workout comes from Janis Saffell who has her own channel on YouTube. She is known for kickboxing workouts.
This video is from a workshop/class similar to one that I might go to for continuing education. It doesn't have the sound quality like a workout video that is produced for in-home workouts, but the energy of doing this to a live crowd is there. It's more like a real class that you would take at a club or fitness center.
Today's workout is another awesome and insane 1,000 Calorie Burn Workout from FitnessBlender.
It is a 94 minute long bodyweight only workout--only a mat or carpeted area is needed, a warm up and cool down with stretch are both included.
It is another mash up type of workout, from the website:
In just this one video, you're going to find elements of high intensity interval training, bodyweight strength training, plyometrics, functional training, Pilates, kickboxing, yoga, and toning/strength workouts for each of the major muscle groups; abs, butt and thighs, and upper body. This is truly a mash up of so many different training types, which is part of what keeps things fresh and interesting over such a long workout video. It's also what makes the workout so effective.
Do what you can, modify when necessary and take longer breaks if you need to.
Here's your 5 minute bonus workout also from FitnessBlender:
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.
It's been a while since I posted a longer workout--this one is about 54 minutes long. It comes from RealFitTv.
It combines upper body kickboxing moves with pushups, bicycle crunches and jump rope segments. It can be done with or without light weights (no more than 3 lbs.). If you are new to kickboxing, leave the weights out of it. If you don't have a jump rope, just do the jumping and pretend to turn the rope.
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.
