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Crosstraining As Many Rounds As Possible (AMRAP) Workout

 

 

AMRAP Workout on Tone-and-Tighten.com

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

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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… 🙂

Make it happen,

Jared

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Jared

Beginner 30 Minute At Home Cardio Workout

 

30 Minute Cardio Workout on Tone-and-Tighten

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

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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
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!
 
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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

 

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By Jared Beckstrand

15 Minute Beginners Cardio Workout

15 Minute Beginner Cardio Workout on Tone-and-Tighten

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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