Abdominal Training Revealed

Okay, so originaly I promised you two Core videos. But then I thought, I've got more great exercises for sculpting abs that I wanted to show you - so here's the 3rd video!

Again, you won't find any crunches here... If you like doing 500 crunches a day with nothing to show for it, sorry this video is not for you. However if you want something that'll get results in a short amount of time then check it out.





Remmber, there's no quick fix. You've gotta be consistent to get great results.

To keep it fresh try doing the core workout 1 on Monday, Core workout 2 on Wednesday and the 3rd workout on Friday.

Make sure to check out the first two videos here:

The Core Workout Part 1

The Core Workout Part 2

Abs - Beyond Crunches

If you're looking to flatten your stomach, tighten your tummy or get six pack abs, stop doing crunches. Before you work yourself into a fit with what I just said, listen up. If you want to get what you've never had you have to do something you've never done and I'm just guessing you've done tons of crunches in the past with not much to show for it.

I've put together four exercises in this video here for you to add to your workout routine. The best part is it only takes a few minutes.






Keep in mind there's no magic exercise that will shrink your waistline, they only build the muscles. So make sure you're also cutting out the excess calories in your diet to lose inches as well.

Your abs need recovery just like any muscle so make sure you give them a day off after working them. For variety switch off the between this workout and the core workout 1.

Stop Doing Crunches!

I know you've gotta be tired of doing crunches at the end of every workout with nothing to show for it. I put together a quick video showing you four new exercises that you can add to your workouts to help improve core strength and build those six-pack muscles.



Keep in mind this is a great workout to build core strength, but if seeing your six pack is your goal you've got to have low body fat. It's a three step process:

1. Do this workout

2. Cut out the junk food and eat clean - see clean eating 101

3. Burn off the extra fat covering up your abs - see the backyard cardio workout.

Accomplish Your Fitness Goals With One Easy Step

You know, getting in shape really isn't that hard. It's no secret - all you gotta do is exercise and eat right. You know that. Everyone knows that. Then why is it that so many people are unfit and unhealthy?

It's really quite simple. It's not what you know, it's what you do. Like I said everyone knows to exercise and eat right but so many people are out of shape and their health continues to suffer because they are not doing what they already know they should be doing.

Watch this video to see how one simple action can lead you to success and see how failing to act will cause you to fail every time.



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Check Your Exercising Intensity

If you want to lose weight, you've gotta do the right things for weight loss. It seems like every time I'm in the gym I see people kind of half way working out. They'll be walking on the treadmill aimlessly or lifting the little pink dumbbells that are way too easy for them. Now I've got to give these people credit for even coming to the gym because they could be sitting at home with a remote in one hand and a Krispy Kreme in the other. I think they could do better though.

When you're in the gym why not get the best return on your time investment possible? Forget about all that fat burning zone stuff; there are several studies showing that low intensity aerobic work does almost nothing for fat loss. The harder you work the better results you can expect. Do you ever wonder if you're exercising hard enough to get the results you want?

Check out this video:



The next time you workout use the Rate of Perceived Exertion Scale below to gauge your intensity while exercising.

Level 1: Very, very, light (this is so light; you probably are sitting on the couch with a remote in hand)
Level 2: Very light, Can maintain this pace all day long
Level 3: Light, but breathing a bit harder
Level 4: Starting to sweat a little, can carry on a conversation effortlessly (this may be your warm up)
Level 5: Just above comfortable, sweating more and can still talk easily
Level 6: Can still talk, but slightly breathless
Level 7: Can still talk, but I don't really want to, sweating more
Level 8: harder, can only keep this pace for a short time period (great for interval training)
Level 9: Very hard, want to stop
Level 10: very, very hard. An all out effort that requires every bit of energy you have. (you can only do this a few seconds then you have to stop and catch your breath)

Here’s a quick interval program that if done right will have you sweating and feeling like you actually did something and give you a better ROI on time spent in the gym.

You can do this workout on any cardio machine. Each day use a different machine or do sprints in the pool or at the park. Choosing your favorite activities will increase adherence.

5 minute warm up – gradually build up from level 3 to 5
1 minute level 9
2 minutes level 6-7
Repeat 3 times (four sets total)
5 minute cool down – gradually from level 5 to 3
Total time 22 minutes

I'd love to hear your comments below.

Quick Upper Body Circuit

Hey, I got a quick tip for you. If you ever find yourself short on time and want to skip your workout try an abbreviated version instead. A shortened fast paced workout is better than nothing at all because it will help you maintain your current fitness level and even help you burn a few calories.

Check out the video below showing you exactly how to get it done in only ten minutes.




You can do this when you only have ten minutes or add it to your regular workout.e

I'd love to hear your comments below.

Tony Wood

Lower Body "No Excuse" Circuit

Hey, I hope you're doing great. Check out my new no excuse workout that you can do anytime and anywhere! This quick lower body circuit will help strengthen your legs and get your heart rate up in only 15 minutes.

To get the most from this circuit work as hard as you can from start to finish. To challenge yourself go as fast as you can while focusing on correct form.

Here's the video.

Backyard Strength Circuit

Tony Wood here. I've got another quick video for you that you can do anytime and anywhere! If you're short on time you can do this quick strength workout to help build your muscles and get your heart rate up fast.

The best part about it is that you don't need any equipment and can finish it in under 12 minutes. Remember to work as hard as you can from start to finish.

Check out the video.




Video Recap

Squats
Squat Jumps
Reverse Lunge Left Leg
Reverse Lunge Right Leg
Close Grip Pushup
Dynamic Plank
Single Leg RDL Left Leg
Single Leg RDL Right Leg

Do each exercise for 30 seconds each; repeat 3 times with little or no rest between exercises.

To make the workout more challenging do each exercise for 45 or 60 seconds each. You'll still be done it less than 20 minutes!

Backyard Cardio Workout

I hope you're doing great! I made a quick video for you that you can do anytime and anywhere! If you're short on time you can do this quick cardio workout to get your heart rate up fast; or add it to the end of your main workout for a cardio boost.

The best part about it is that you don't need any equipment and can finish it in under 10 minutes. Since it's a quick workout work as hard as you can from start to finish.

I hope you like the video.



Video Recap

Jumping Jacks
Hi Knee Jog in place
Burpees
Mountain Climbers

Do each exercise for 30 seconds each; repeat 3 times with little or no rest between exercises.

To make the workout more challenging do each exercise for 45 or 60 seconds each. You'll still be done it 9 to 12 minutes!

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