Monday, August 1, 2011

Outdoor Workout

It's hot out. I realize that. But, if you are a morning person like me you get to take advantage of the early morning not-so-hot-as-hell weather.  I love going to the gym, but sometimes I just want to be outside.  So for everyone that feels the same, or just doesn't belong to a gym, here's a free workout you can do outside. All you need is a place to run, a bench and some stairs. Make sure to bring water and wear sunscreen.

Total Time: 1 Hour
Total Calories: I'm guessing around 400

Note: I'm not really sure why we both look so serious in all of these pictures. Don't forget to smile and breathe.

1- 10: Warm Up Run

10 - 20: Walking Lunges and Side Squats x 2 - For the lunges you should be taking about 20 steps. Same with the side squats but alternate sides.  First rep lead with left leg, second rep the right.

20 - 30: Run

30 - 40:  20 Bench Push ups & 20 Dips x 2. With the dips, make sure to keep your elbows close to your body.
Ben wanted to workout also!

40 - 50: Run

50 - 60: Stair Runs w/ Jump Squats.  Run up the stairs, at the top do 20 jump squats.  Complete this until time is up. 

YEAH Alex!
Congrats,You are done! Now make sure to stretch and hydrate.
Xo,
zo

2 comments:

  1. Where is this at in Atlanta. I am looking for outdoor areas with a lot of steps to run and this looks great.

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  2. Nika - this is all around Piedmont Park. Check it out online. There's a parking garage if you don't feel like parking on the street.

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