Archives for January 2014

Crosstraining As Many Rounds As Possible (AMRAP) Workout

January 31, 2014

Different crosstraining and HIIT workouts are popping up all over the place and it’s because it really is one of the most effective ways to get your body in shape quickly.

AMRAP stands for As Many Rounds/Reps As Possible – for this workout, see how many rounds you can get in, then come back in 4-8 weeks and see how much you have improved!

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Fitness Motivation – Results

January 31, 2014

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Did you know it takes 4 weeks for you to notice a change in yourself; 8 weeks for friends and family to see a change in you; and 12 weeks for “everyone else” to see a difference? Starting a workout plan (or even continuing down the one you’re on) may seem a little discouraging. You may get frustrated and discouraged because you’re not seeing the types of results you want. Just remember this… while results aren’t necessarily guaranteed instantly they are guaranteed! And while what you’re doing may seem a little crazy to those around you (running? waking up early? lifting weights? who does that?!) YOU know YOUR goals and YOU are the one determined to chase them down. Don’t ever lose sight of your goals and don’t ever stop until you’ve accomplished them. That way when other people start staring you’ll know it’s not because the think you’re looney… it’s because they’re jealous… 🙂

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Make it happen,

Jared

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Have a great day!

Jared

Beginner 30 Minute At Home Cardio Workout

January 30, 2014

Just starting out on your fitness journey? Or maybe you just had a baby and are looking to get back into shape? Whatever your reason, this is a great workout to start with!

Total time: 30 minutes
Equipment needed: none

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Thigh Pyramid Workout

January 30, 2014

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We’re climbing the pyramid today! We had such huge success with our Total-Body Pyramid Workout I’ve decided to have another go at it. With this post, however, we’re focusing on hammering your thighs! Always wanted sleek and sexy but never really knew what to do? Always wanted tight and toned but never quite made it there all the way? This workout is SURE to get you there! You’re 800 reps away from difficulty walking the rest of the day. Sound captivating? Ready… GO!!!

Up the pyramid

10 Side Lunges (each leg)

20 Air Squats

30 Lunges (15 each leg)

40 Mountain Climbers

50-Second Wall Sit

100 High Knees

And then back down again!

50-Second Wall Sit

40- Mountain Climbers

30- Lunges (15 each leg)

20 Air Squats

10 Side Lunges (each leg)

Repeated two times!

Looking for more amazing leg workouts? Here are a few of my favorite:

Burning Legs Video Workout

“Thankful For My” Series – Amazing Legs

Inner Thigh Video Workout

Need more amazing Pyramid Workouts?

Ab Pyramid

Arm Pyramid

Running Pyramid

Total Body Pyramid

As always, I love to hear from our readers. Please feel free to leave me a comment below or email me at toneandtightenfitness@gmail.com

Make it happen,

Jared

By Jared Beckstrand

15 Minute Beginners Cardio Workout

January 29, 2014

Sometimes you don’t have a lot of time in your day to squeeze a workout in, but let’s be honest- everyone has at least 15 minutes, right?
This quick cardio workout will help you burn some calories and leave you feeling energized for your day!

Total time: 15 minutes
Equipment needed: mat or a towel

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