Exercise Plan to a Strong Lower Body
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Slim , Sassy & Strong Do Anywhere Exercise Routine
You don ’ t need a gym full of machines to get an amazing workout . The most effective exercises are those that use several muscle groups synergistically to mimic real world movements that you can do with nothing , but a fixed surface … such as the ground .
All movement is initiated through your body ’ s “ core ”: your hips , glutes , and supporting abdominal musculature . Whether bending down to pick up your child ’ s toy or lifting a heavy box above your head , those muscles are crucial . You are not going to build that slim , sassy , and strong core and lower body by sitting on a machine . For those of us itching to experience some sun and fresh air , the world is your gym and the ground is your equipment .
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Exercise Plan to a Strong Lower Body
Do each exercise for 30 seconds at high intensity . Complete each movement uninterrupted before moving on to the next , in a circuit fashion . Rest for 30 seconds ( or as long as needed ) after completing the entire circuit and repeat two more times . As you become stronger and the routine becomes less challenging , increase intensity by incorporating added resistance via a weight vest or dumbbells . Do this twice a week as part of your full-body exercise plan .
Squat Jumps
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Stand with feet shoulder-width apart and place your hands behind your head as if you were in a crunch position on the ground . Keep the chest up and your arms in place , and squat down as low as you can ( remember form : sit back and keep the knees in line with your toes ). Explode up into a jump , getting your feet off the ground as much as possible . Land in a squat position and repeat .
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