I threw my back out this week, so I need to resort to a low-impact workout. It's important to switch it up as to not stress the body too much. When I'm feeling really sore, but still need to get my workout in, this is something I try:
MAKE SURE YOU STRETCH & make sure you target your quads, back, & calves. If your body is particularly sore, check out P90x XStretch.
Get on the eliptical or bike & get your heart rate up. This will be your cardio, so push it for 30 minutes.
**For any of these drills, add weights to increase difficulty
First, do lunges. Make them short (don't step out too far). This burns WAY more and is more effective. You'll want to do 10 left, 10 right. Then 10 left to the back, 10 right to the back. 10 left & right to the front alternating and then 10 left & right to the back.
I've heard this next moved call side lunges or side squats. Stand with feet shoulder length apart & step the left foot out past your shoulder & squat. Repeat 30 left then 30 right.
Move on to abs. Get in the plank position for a minute then move onto your back & raise your feet 6 inches in the air for 30 seconds. Back to plank for a minute. Move to your back for 30 seconds. Finish with plank.
This shouldn't take you too long. Make sure you stretch before & after.
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