Showing posts with label Workout of the week. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Workout of the week. Show all posts

Thursday, May 03, 2012

Workout Move of the Week: Sumo Squat

One day I'd like to have thighs that don't jiggle and wiggle. I would also appreciate it if they didn't rub together when I walked. Now that we are going into warmer weather, it can be painful because of that heat rash friction thing.
One move that's in my arsenal is the sumo squat.
It's actually more of a wide pliƩ, for those who are more dance inclined.

Start with your feet together (I start in first position)

Step out to where your feet are hip width apart

Squat and hold for a breath

Do for 2 sets of 12

Friday, April 20, 2012

Workout move of the week: single leg deadlift

I don't know why this is called a dead lift, other than the fact that when I first did these, my legs felt dead! However, it is a great exercise for your hamstrings and is a more gentle exercise for your core.
I found this on Pinterest, and it was love at first sight! Thanks to Women's Health (http://www.womenshealthmag.com/fitness/exercises-for-women?page=4) for posting it!

You need a pair of dumbbells

Stand feet hip width apart, with the weights at your waist.
Kick one leg back like a pendulum
Hold for a breath
Return to start
Do 2-3 sets of 12 with each leg