Workouts

Not everyone wants to be like Arnold Schwarzenegger or Sha'Carri Richardson — heck, no one needs to be.

Working out is just a process that, throughout, gives you a better understanding and appreciation for your body and subsequently, your mind!

Here are some hand-picked workouts to hit the ground running!

  • Jump rope

    Jumping rope is an easy type of exercise every is familiar with. The focus is to use speed and force with the dynamic movements to build muscle power and endurance.

    Instructions:
    Give your self enough space to spin the rope around you from back > top > front and jump as it approaches your feet

    Duration:
    Shoot for a few minutes of jumping rope with intensity to maximize the output of the exercise.

  • Mountain climbers

    Mountain climbers require the entire body and really engages your core. These help to improve muscle function and fuel your cardiovascular system.

    Instructions:
    Start in a plank position with your feet hip-width apart, bend one knee and pull it under your body aiming for your chest, extend back out and repeat with the other leg.

    Duration:
    30-60 seconds with intensity

  • Running or jogging

    One of the oldest cardio exercises in the books that boosts the functionality and performance of your heart and make your joints stronger!

    Instructions:
    Always, always stretch beforehand.
    If you’ve never run before, start slow, and shoot for short bursts, breaking it up with walking.

    Duration:
    Shoot for 30 minutes. That may seem like a long time, especially on a treadmill, but breaking it up with walking is just fine.

  • Swimming

    According to the CDC, swimming is one of the best exercises, requiring all parts of your body in a low-impact environment. This is great for everyone, and especially people with arthritis.

    Instructions:
    There’s no hard and fast exercise when swimming, however you want will engage all the muscles. Most common exercise is to swim laps or water aerobics.

    Duration:
    About 2 hours a week is more than sufficient for a swimming exercise!