High Intensity Training (HIT): toned arms, shoulders, abs, and back
Get Sculpted arms, shoulders, and a back!!
During the shutdown in March 2020, I created an easy, high intensity training (HIT) routine….. Gyms were closed and I wanted to get in good shape!! I had lost 30 pounds through the Keto diet and fasting, but wanted to have sculpted arms, back, abs, and shoulders…..
Keeping it Easy!!
I had tried every exercise class under the sun…….. In the early 90’s, I took aerobics and since that time I have tried the YMCA, Curves, personal training, yoga, barre classes, belly dancing, running, cycling, hiking, roller blading, kayaking, etc….. Everything I have tried has been time-consuming and expensive!! Creating my own routine has been the best thing ever, I have the results I have always wanted, and best of all, it is free!!
Get some friends together and do a HIT class outside…..
In this day and age of social distancing, get together a pod of people you come into contact on a regular basis. Find a central location to meet hopefully you can find a pavilion in case of rain……. Bring an exercise mat, water, and weights. I use eight and five pound weights. I also bring a bluetooth speak to play some music on my phone…….
Stretch your arms, back, hips, legs and knees……
My group of friends are all in our 40’s and 50’s, stretching is key to avoid injury!! Flexibility is difficult to change, so stop worrying if you can’t stretch as much as your friends….. Do slow, steady stretches for 5 minutes…. Stretch your arms, shoulder, back, neck, hips, legs, and knees.
Warm up with 3 minutes of marching…..
After stretching and marching, get ready for your sprint!!! Run as fast as you can for 30 seconds…….. Walk back and get your heart rate back to normal, then start your first interval. You may start with arms, core, or glutes/thighs…….
Sprint for three intervals and rest in between.
During the rest periods, do the arm workout, core exercise, and glutes and thighs….. Finish with more stretching…… Make sure to hydrate regularly….. Try to get your HIT workout done first thing in the morning a few times a week. Make sure you get in a rest day every three days…..