Train for Life

Category: Daily Workout

  • How to Master the Pull-Up

    Can you perform a pull-up? The pull-up is an effective exercise to strengthen your back muscles without a gym or expensive equipment. As the name provides, this exercise is a “pulling” movement and all pulling exercises activate our back muscles (with the assistance of our biceps). This group of exercises is a beneficial way to improve posture…

  • Freaky Friday Spooktacular Workout

    6 Spooky Exercises to Burn Off Halloween Candy Frankenstein Walks 10 repetitions each side. Perform 3 – 5 times. Suicide Run “Line Drills” If you have access to a basketball court, run from the baseline to foul line and back, to half court and back, to opposite foul line and back, and to opposite baseline…

  • Workout Wednesday

    What is the most common excuse for lack of exercise? TIME! What exercise excuse is the simplest to fix? TIME! Exercise does not need to occur at a gym, recreation center, park, or at home: It can happen anywhere, anytime, and with anyone! You do not need a large space and fancy equipment to get your body moving, blood flowing, calories burning,…

  • Sunday FUNday Family FUN

    Are you a busy parent? Do you find it increasingly difficult to fit in exercise to your day? 5 Ways for Parents to Get Fit with Their Kids *Note: Being a parent is not a requirement. Recommended for any busy adult. Did you know that one of the easiest ways to feel good and boost your mood is to…

  • Stretch It Sunday

    What better way to end the day, and prepare our body, mind, and soul for the week ahead! Global leading fitness equipment manufacturer, Precor shares its best stretching practices to help you reduce muscle imbalances, improve form and posture, and maximize your time spent at the gym. Stretching has received lots of bad press recently. New research has…

  • Weekend Warrior Challenge

    Challenge #4 What is Plyometrics? “How many times a week should I do a plyometric workout?“ This form of exercise should not be performed every day because your muscles need to recover from the intense high impact exercise. A 48-hour rest period between plyometric circuits is recommended.  Plyometric exercises are not recommended for novice exercisers, or…

  • Weekend Warrior Challenge

    Challenge #2 Strength Training TOTAL BODY:  Ball Squat, Curl to Press Regression: Omit upper body movement Progression: Increase weight by 5 lbs. 2 sets; 12 repetitions; slow tempo; 0-60 seconds rest CHEST:  Ball Two-Arm Dumbbell Chest Press Regression:  Perform on floor mat Progression: One-Arm, alternating 2 sets; 12 repetitions; slow tempo; 0-60 seconds rest BACK:…

  • Weekend Warrior Challenge

    Challenge #2 Flexibility “My muscles are so tight.” “I am so sore, I can’t move!” “If only I could move easier…” Do these statements sound familiar? Try this weekend’s Flexibility Challenge!  You have heard about it… You have seen other people do it… But, what is it? Self-Myofascial Release, or commonly known “foam rolling,” is a type of corrective exercise designed to…

  • Weekend Warrior Challenge

    While the last month of summer has come, we still have many more days, hours, and minutes to get our hearts pumping, increase our flexibility, build strong muscles, and simply feel good. Each weekend will feature a new workout challenge: Week One Challenge:  Cardiovascular Training Week Two Challenge:  Flexibility Week Three Challenge:  Strength Training Week Four Challenge:  Plyometrics Challenge…

  • CORE Fit Friday

    Are you looking for a quick activity to restore your mind, body, and spirit from the craziness of this week? Power through today’s Core Circuit: 15-Minutes Do it for you! WARM-UP (2x) Jog in place: 30 seconds Jumping Jacks: 30 seconds Wide Squats: 30 seconds Butt Kicks: 30 seconds (fast tempo) High Knee Touch: 30 seconds (slow tempo)…