Today is the start of another stressful week. I have stress at work and my sister and I have had a recent falling out, hopefully things will work out but right now I just can't deal with any more negativity! One thing that helped me overcome my stress was a quick workout. Just four moves from Jarett DelBene, who's client's include Lauren Conrad and Audrina Patridge.
It is quick and intense. Jarett suggests doing it two or three times a week. First shadow box or jump rope for 3 minutes. Then do 20 reps of each of the following moves:
1. "Cat Raise" Get in plank position with elbows and forearms on mat. Then pull in adominals and lift your hips up into a cat like position and then hold for 2 counts and return to plank position and repeat. Great for a stronger core. Also, works shoulders and chest.
2."Cross-Legged Lift" Lie faceup with legs extended over hips. Bend right knee, crossing right foot over left thigh. Keeping left leg straight. Slowly take legs down to 45 degrees or even lower if you can. Repeat and switch legs. Great for abs.
3. "Compound Crunch" lie faceup with hands behind head" Bring head and knees into a curl, elbows touching knees. Slowly extend legs and upper body back down and repeat. Great for abdominals.
4. "Offset Bridge" lie faceup with right knee bent, right foot on the ground and then bring left leg up in the air. Lift your hips up into bridge position with left leg up and pulse. Repeat and then switch legs. Great for abs, legs and butt.
This mini-workout helps relieve stress and helps you to achieve that toned body you always wanted!
Steph
Source: Shape Magazine
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