Strength-Training: Anytime, Anywhere

Hello! Wow, it has been ages since I last wrote. Packing, moving, house-sitting, and finishing summer classes have kept me busy the last few weeks. Here is Part II of Strength-training 101: Strength-Training Anytime, Anywhere:

Wall Sits: Works Glutes, Quads, Legs

 

Tricep Dips: Works Triceps!

Trying to go super fast to avoid mosquito attack!

Try 3 sets of 12- get low!

In our high-tech society today, we forget that working out can be uncomplicated and cheap. With constant bombardment of gadgets and gizmos, it's hard to work out when you have to spend a ton of money first. These pictures demonstrate that you can do strength-training moves without any gear at all (except a decent pair of sneakers). Sure, it's nice to have a gym with up-to-date equipment, but if you don't have access to that, you can still get a great workout. Here are some more pics from our photo shoot (huge thanks to Melissa, my photographer). :)

Push-Ups: works upper body (pecs, shoulders, arms)

Try at least 10, and repeat 2-3X

Lunges- Works the Booty! (And legs too).

Dorkiest picture EVER!! calf raises on the curb- works the calf!

Are you starting to get some ideas? There are hundreds of moves just like these ones that you can do anywhere! If you can't make it to the gym, you can still do some basic and effective moves to get a quick workout.
Here are 2 resources on the plank (another one of my all-time favorite moves):

This video is informative and hilarious! Who doesn't love old-fashion techno? Try the plank for rock-hard abs and core- one of the BEST moves ever!


http://www.self.com/fitness/workouts/2011/08/plank-slideshow
Here is one more link from self.com about the plank. They also have info on a ton of other moves as well. 

My next entry will build upon these moves by adding weights. In the meantime, practice some of these moves without weights! For each move, try and hold the position for 1 minute (plank and wall sit), or repeat the move at least 12 times (do 3 sets).

Thanks for reading!
~Dana