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Full Body Exercise – Inch Worm

margo-personaltrainer — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 20:32:38 +0000

Incorporate this easy-to-learn exercise segment into your workout. It hits your hamstrings, abs of course, arms, chest and shoulders. It’s called “worm” or “inch worm” since you walk out slowly and back, bending in the middle. Do the pushup modified or military; it is effective either way.

Take care,
Margo

Full Body Fitness Interval – Burpees

margo-personaltrainer — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 12:23:16 +0000

Hi all,
I have no idea where I got the name for these (maybe elementary school?). There are other versions and names, I just like “Burpees”. This move has 6 steps, and exercises (challenges) your Heart, Legs, Abs, Arms, Shoulders, Chest, Glutes, and Skeleton from impact! Its about 10 seconds to do ONE all the way through. I recommend my clients (depending on fitness) aim for 6 to 8 in a row; take small break, then repeat!

As always, watch it through once first, then practice along with me as I call out the timing for each move.

Take care,
Margo

Tone Abs and Upper Body doing “Slides”

margo-personaltrainer — Sun, 30 May 2010 13:48:38 +0000

Watch this video first before executing so you can learn the movement. It’s key to keep your shoulders over your hands, in a push up position as you see me point out. Keep abs tucked up, elbows slightly bent, for maximum effect.

Take care,

Margo

Torso Flexion for Core Strength

margo-personaltrainer — Tue, 20 Apr 2010 21:41:25 +0000

As I say in this brief video, you may use a regular swiffer, broom, or pole of any sort as long it’s light. You do not need a special bar at all; anything around the house will do! This is great for ab strength, tone, and flexibility. It can actually feel good, too. :-)

Take care,

Margo

BOSU Abs in Two Minutes

margo-personaltrainer — Thu, 08 Apr 2010 15:49:53 +0000

Many of you own a BOSU and/or use the BOSU when you are here with me. It’s a multi-use piece of equipment, and today I’ll demo a Two Minute Abdominal workout. It hits your shoulders, arms and entire core at the end. Enjoy!

Take care,
Margo

3 Minute Yoga Routine

margo-personaltrainer — Tue, 23 Mar 2010 21:15:26 +0000

Relieve stress, improve flexibility, increase muscle tone and strength, by doing what I call my “yoga 10″. It’s ten easy to learn yoga moves that flow. Watch it through first once, then once you do it a few times, you can just listen without looking, since I will call each move and say when to inhale and exhale. Easy easy, with huge results. If you have time, do it more then once in a row!

Take care,
Margo

7 Minute Muscle Workout

margo-personaltrainer — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 14:04:18 +0000

Here’s a 7 minute workout to do alone or in combination with my other workout videos. I recommend you warm up first by jogging or marching in place, or better yet, first do my “3 Minute Cardio” video then do my 7 minute head to toe muscle and strengthening workout. You will need only one set of hand weights, 5, 8, or 10 lb, depending on your fitness. I recommend you watch it through once, then have at it.

Take care,
Margo

Skype Personal Fitness Training

margo-personaltrainer — Fri, 05 Mar 2010 21:24:18 +0000

Live Personal Fitness Training can come to you! If you have a webcam you’re all set.
See video below and visit my website: http://www.1-on-1fitnesstraining.com to learn more about getting Skype so you can do personal fitness training with me, live, from my studio to your location .

Take Care,
Margo

Exercise and Running Shoe Wear & Tear

margo-personaltrainer — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 18:55:33 +0000

Hi all,

It’s that time of year when more of you will be heading outside to walk or run, and perhaps hitting the workouts even more for the proverbial warm weather clothing. That means it’s time to check your shoe tread. On the right you can see bald areas on my shoe bottom; left are my new ones.

Shoe Tread

If you aren’t sure by ‘feel’ if you need new shoes – look at the tread. If you see any worn or bald spots it’s time to toss them and get new ones.

Warm regards,
Margo

3 Minute Cardio Workout

margo-personaltrainer — Wed, 10 Feb 2010 22:59:58 +0000

I recommend watching it though once first to see the moves before actually doing it. I move quickly combining low and high impact moves to really get your heart rate up and muscles going!! :-) Modify to low or non impact to suit your level. I’ll do low and non impact versions soon. Have fun doing this!
Warm regards,
Margo