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Fitness, Workouts · September 23, 2018

Weekly Workout Schedule + Why I Love Working Out At Home

Hey friends! Happy Sunday! How was your weekend?  Great I hope 🙂

I have another weekly workout schedule for ya here, but I wanted to first touch on something that I get asked about pretty frequently and that’s if I work out at home or at a gym.  I have pretty much been exclusively working out at home for the last 5 years or so…maybe more!  I haven’t had a gym membership in SO LONG.  When I had my corporate job, I did have access to a small gym in our building that I would use sometimes during lunch, but I really just used the open studio room space and not the equipment as much.  I definitely believe it’s 100% possible to get in shape WITHOUT stepping foot in a gym.  At home all I need is a little room to move, and I mean a little…I actually work out in our foyer area!  You just need a few feet of space to get a good workout in.  And I design all the workouts I share here to be able to be done anywhere…even if you just have a little bit of space in your bedroom or whatever it may be!

I actually love to workout at home because it saves time! No driving to or from the gym…all I have to do is turn on some beats and get to work.  I have some equipment I have accumulated over the years, but nothing crazy.  I have 3 pairs of dumbbells, weights 2lbs, 5lbs, and 8lbs, and then a 12lb kettlebell.  I have a mat for when I do any floor work, and I have a few resistance bands.  I did get a BOSU ball for Christmas one year, and I love it, but don’t use it all the time!  I think all you really NEED to get started is some dumbbells and maybe a mat 🙂

Also, it’s kinda nice to workout at home because you can look like a straight up hot mess…legit sometimes I wear my cute workout clothes but sometimes I wear high grandpa socks with shorts and an old t-shirt.  Anyways, it’s definitely become something I enjoy, it’s just comfortable and I think working out at home sort of makes your home feel like a “healthy” space.  You take care of your body there, as you should also remember to take care of your mind (aka getting enough sleep, maybe some aromatherapy, bubble baths, candles, whatever to make your space serve you!) and also to eat in a way that helps serve your body as well.

I have all the at-home workouts you need that will get you results!  And more to come y’all…I’m so excited for Fitter 2.  Workouts will be NEXT.LEVEL. and you will love them. I can’t wait to show you!  Be sure you’re on my email list to be the first to know…and I always give my email subscribers some extra love be it surprises or maybe even discounts 😉

Alright, let’s get to the WORKOUTS!

Weekly Workout Schedule

MONDAY: Full Body Circuit | Complete each circuit 2x through

Circuit One:

  • 30 seconds jumping jacks
  • 15 squats to overhead press
  • 15 RDLs to upright row
  • 30 seconds dumbbell press jacks
  • 20 supermans
  • 1 minute plank hold

Circuit Two:

  • 20 alternating split lunge jumps
  • 12 back lunges with biceps curl (per side)
  • 12 triceps kickbacks with single leg booty kickback (per leg)
  • 10 burpees
  • 40 bicycle crunches
  • 20 glute hip lifts

TUESDAY: 30-45 minutes cardio of your choice: walk, run, jog, spin, elliptical, hike, whatever you enjoy!

WEDNESDAY: Abs & Arms Circuit | Complete each circuit 2x through

Circuit One:

  • 20 standing elbow to knee oblique crunches (per side)
  • 30 seconds high knees
  • 20 alternating biceps curls to front shoulder raise
  • 10 windmills (per side)
  • 10 pushups
  • 12 toe touch crunches

Circuit Two:

  • 40 mountain climbers
  • 20 alternating shoulder tap planks
  • 20 oblique crunches (per side)
  • 15 triceps dips
  • 20 plank jacks
  • 10 sit ups

THURSDAY: 30-45 minutes cardio of your choice

FRIDAY: Legs & Cardio Circuit | Complete each circuit 2x through

Circuit One:

  • 20 alternating split lunge jumps
  • 12 back lunges with knee-in hop (per side)
  • 12 plie squats
  • 20 alternating curtsy lunges
  • 20 standing leg abductors (per side)
  • 30 seconds skaters

Circuit Two:

  • 15 squat jumps
  • 15 squats
  • 20 walking lunges
  • 10 single leg weighted RDL (per side)
  • 1 minute jump rope
  • 20 standing straight leg booty kickbacks (per leg)

SATURDAY: 45-60 minutes cardio of your choice

SUNDAY: Rest Day

Do you like to workout at home? What challenges do you think at-home workouts bring?  I’d love to know what obstacles may hold you back 🙂

xo,

Bess

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My first baby girl is 7💞😭 Emma you were the best b My first baby girl is 7💞😭 Emma you were the best baby ever (I’m in denial you’re no longer that baby) and have grown into the best big sister. You’re so smart, kind, creative, & fun. You write the best stories & draw the best pictures. You have the biggest heart. And not unlike your sisters, you know exactly what you want and aren’t scared to ask for it🤪 never change, my girl! I love you 💕
🌊🌊🌊 🌊🌊🌊
💙🇺🇸❤️ 💙🇺🇸❤️
A weekend with lots of family & celebrating my cou A weekend with lots of family & celebrating my cousin @lizastephanz wedding🤍🥂
some spring from my camera roll 📸🌸 some spring from my camera roll 📸🌸
Dance recital weekend!💛💛💛 so proud of my little hi Dance recital weekend!💛💛💛 so proud of my little hip hop SpongeBob and ballerina girl!
#ad Light layers x blue hues adding a Spring refre #ad Light layers x blue hues adding a Spring refresh upgrade to our bedroom! Bedding is the perfect way to easily elevate your space with extra cozy vibes ☁️🩵 comment BED and I’ll send you the links!

#wayfaircreator #wayday #bedsure @wayfair @bedsurehome
One step closer to a cottage garden in the yard?🌸✔ One step closer to a cottage garden in the yard?🌸✔️These new edging stones are my latest #lowesfinds - & along with the pea gravel - they are transforming what was once a sad & forgotten space of the yard + really adding to the look of the raised beds we built last year. Comment STONES and I will send you the link to the ones I got!

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