How was last weeks workouts? Did you try them? Did you enjoy them? Have you been keeping up with your fitness goals and routines? I sure hope you are. Welcome back to another Monday Motivation post where I share some workouts with you. I hope you’re looking forward to what I have planned for us this week.
First things first…grab a deck of cards! That is right, you’ll need a deck of cards for this weeks workouts. Each suit will be dedicated to a specific movement. Complete that movement for 10 reps, 11 if it’s an ace. Complete the workout in 20 minutes or keep going until you’re finished with the whole deck of cards.
Motivational quote:
“It’s not about ‘having’ time, it’s about making time.”
Monday
- Hearts – squats
- Diamonds – burpees
- Clubs – pushups
- Spades – lunges
Looking Ahead:
Tuesday
- Hearts – step ups (onto a stool, chair or bench)
- Diamonds – jumping jacks
- Clubs – crunches
- Spades – Russian twist
Wednesday
- Hearts – Flutter kicks
- Diamonds – sit ups
- Clubs – high knees
- Spades – donkey kicks
Thursday
- Hearts – push ups
- Diamonds – Skater lunge
- Clubs – leg raises
- Spades – knee pull ins
Friday
- Hearts – wide stance squats
- Diamonds – feet together squats
- Clubs – deadlifts
- Spades – squat jumps
Saturday
- Hearts – v-ups
- Diamonds – bicycle crunches
- Clubs – mountain climbers
- Spades – high knees
Sunday
- YOUR REST DAY IS FINALLY HERE
Tips & Tricks:
- Just a friendly reminder, I am not a professional trainer but I do think working out is a healthy part of life.
- Drink plenty of water before, during and after a workout.
- ALWAYS stretch before and after a workout
- Eat a protein packed snack after a workout.
- Push yourself but know your limits.
- Always stop a workout if you feel heavy breathing or light headed.
- Believe in yourself.
- Take progress photos.
- Never skip breakfast
- Don’t skip meals
- Have snacks in between meals
We actually did the deck of card thing in Navy boot camp.
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Love your motivation Monday posts!!!
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Love this!!
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This is so true. life is too short we need to priorities
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This is such an amazing idea that I will definitely be trying out!
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Thank you!
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Love that deck of cards idea, really unique 😉 Btw, I started a blogging group on FaceBook. If you’re interested, I’d like you to join 🙂 Also, I posted my favorite Christmas songs if you can take a look and tell me what you think, I’ll really appreciate it: https://mzukowskiblog.wordpress.com/2017/12/11/my-favorite-christmas-songs-playlist-for-convenience/
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I really like this idea of using a pack of playing cards! I think this is something I’m going to take to personal training sessions with me for those less motivated and need a little more fun! Thank you for sharing! xx
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Thank you, this was very helpful
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