Fit Tip

High-Intensity, Short-Duration Workouts With Compound Exercises

To boost the efficiency of your workouts, try using compound exercises. When you perform exercises that target multiple muscle groups, both the intensity and effectiveness of the workout are increased.

Examples of Upper Body Compound Exercises:

Pushups

Pullups/Chinups

Standing Military Press

Dips

Clean & Press

Examples of Lower Body Compound Exercises:

Squats

Deadlifts

Lunges

Hip Thrusts

Sled Pushing/Pulling

 

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Fit Tip

This week, add the Wiper Blade to your exercise routine. 

       

• From crunch start position (feet in air), extend right arm to ceiling.
• Crunch and lower.
• Bring right arm between knees as you crunch up. Return to start.
• Next, bring right arm by left leg as you crunch. Return to start to complete 1 rep.
• Do 15 reps. Switch sides; repeat.

Fit Tip

Can't seem to break through the "I don't have time to workout" roadblock?  Consider the following:

Schedule an appointment for your physical activity.

Eat at your desk and work out at lunch.

Get up early and work out before work.

Keep your gym bag in the car and stop at the gym on the way home.

Keep exercise bands or small weights at your desk.

Think about what specific work situations make physical activity difficult and list 3 things that you can do to be active during those times.

Keep up the good work!