Since July, I've been working out pretty regularly (4-5 times a week) on my eliptical. I had always wanted one and Tom's friend was selling theirs so he bought it for me as a graduation gift for completing my Masters. I love it, but it doesn't target my muscles. It's a great cardio, but I feel like I'm missing some strength and muscle toning so...I have looked through countless issues of Self Magazine, Shape Magazine and Weight Watchers looking for a short, effective workout that I wouldn't dread and finally found one on Pinterest. It's called the "100 Workout" which is catchy and sounds like it would make me sweat. Yes, yes it does! As soon as I started I knew the the entire thing would be too much for me right now. So I cut each workout component in half.
Here's the original...
So here's how I adapted it. I plan to work up to the full workout....I suppose I make up for it by doing the eliptical for 30 minutes instead of running for 10.
50 JUMPING JACKS
45 CRUNCHES
40 SQUATS
35 LEG LIFTS
30 JUMPING JACKS
25 CRUNCHES
20 SQUATS
15 LEG LIFTS
10 JUMPING JACKS
ELIPTICAL FOR 30 MINUTES
My abs, thighs and calves were a really good sore for the first few days. I think it's helped me to sleep better too. Good luck!
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