No Cheating Today Workout!

“It’s not where you’re from; it’s where you’re going. It’s not what you drive; it’s what drives you. It’s not what’s on you; it’s what’s in you. It’s not what you think; it’s what you know.”  -Gatorade 

Did you order your ROCKSTAR tank yet? 

today's workout!
Warm up
Sprints...15 sets of sprints down the side parking lot to fence, walk back

50-40-30-20-10 rep rounds for time of:
Double Unders (or double the number of singles)
Burpees

then...

Squat Ladder - 45 pound bar, get a medicine ball, squat till your booty touches the ball!
With a continuously running clock, complete one squat in minute one, two squats in minute two, three in minute three... continue in this fashion until you are no longer able to complete the required number of squats within that minute.

Advanced Version - rounds 1-10 - overhead squats; rounds 11-20 - front squats; rounds 21+ - back squats

Squat – you must reach proper depth. The crease of the hip must clearly dip below the top of the knees on each rep. The hips and knees must be fully extended at the top.

CORE....100 wallball situps

"If you cheat you are only cheating yourself." Chan

“To be successful you must accept all challenges that come your way. You can’t just accept the ones you like.” -Mike Gafka

Recipe..Protein Pancakes
One of the best ways to keep your nutrition is to PLAN AHEAD! The only way I can keep from eating junk, keep my protein high and keep it clean is to plan ahead, I cook all my protein in advance, always have green stuff on hand and keep foods in the fridge that I can grab. Protein Pancakes are one GO TO! Make tons in advance, put them in containers in the fridge and grab when ready.  You can warm up as you go out the door if you are hungry, and eat on the go. (JENNIFER THIS IS FOR YOU!) 
if you have any great recipes, I would love to get them! 

Cottage Cheese Protein Pancakes

Serves 1 person

1 cup whole wheat flour,
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 1/2 teaspoons baking powder,
1 cup non/lowfat buttermilk,
1 cup nonfat cottage cheese,
1/2 cup fat-free egg substitute or 4 egg whites,
1 scoop of whey


Run flour through a sieve into a large mixing bowl then mix cinnamon and baking powder together by hand together with the flour. Then add the milk, the cottage cheese, and egg whites and mix well well with a hand whisk.


Cooking instructions
Coat a skillet with nonstick cooking spray (nonfat), and preheat over medium heat.
For each pancake, pour 1/4 cup of batter onto griddle. Cook until the top has bubbles and the edges are dry.

Oatmeal Protein Pancakes

Enough for 1 Person

1 cup raw oats,
1 scoop Protein Powder,
3 egg whites,
1/4 cup water,
1 1/2 tsp cinnamon,
2 packets sweetener,
1 1/2 tsp baking powder

Ingredients for making oatmeal protein pancakes:-

Place everything into a blender and blend for 30 secs.Pour onto a hot griddle once pancake batter has been mixed well.

Pumpkin Protein Pancakes

1/2 scoop Vanilla whey protein
1/2 Cup Oats
3 Egg Whites
1/3 Cup Pumpkin
2 tablespoons Ground Flaxseed
Stevia to taste or Splenda
Pumpkin Pie spice to taste
Place everything into a blender and blend for 30 secs.Pour onto a hot griddle once pancake batter has been mixed well.

Wall Balls and Sprints Workout!

“Find the best in everybody. Wait long enough, and people will surprise and impress you. It might even take years, but people will show you their good side. Just keep waiting.”
-Randy Pausch

Wall Ball Sprints

Tonja, Michelle and Darla throwing those wall balls!

Sprint to fence
20 x Wall Ball
Sprint
30 x Wall Ball
Sprint
30 x Wall Ball
Sprint

been doing these in class this week, love them!

20 x Wall Ball

then...

10 rounds or to the end of class time!


30 x Overhead Dumbbell Walking Lunge (15 alternating steps)

30 x Dumbbell Swings

10 BAR BURPEES

10 PISTOLS ( one legged Squats)

1 minute of JUMP ROPE or Box JUMPS or 30 Tuck Jumps in between each round
Go “Hard and Fast” for the entire 10 rounds!
CORE WORK
BRING YOUR WATER AND TOWEL....ITS HOT! come early to set up and be sure and clean up after!

The tendency to whining and complaining may be taken as the surest sign symptom of little souls and inferior intellects.
-Lord Jeffrey

Become Better...

Don't try to become better than someone else, become better than you used to be. Tom Venuto

We have spent the last week at home, staying warm from the snow and ice.  Now it's time to renew our commitment to ourselves and self improvement! Remember think of where you will be one year from now, if you started TODAY! 

How are you becoming better?

 

"People discover that by helping others, even when they themselves are suffering, they end up improving their own lives"- Arianna Huffington

 

Our workout today is in three parts. It all is scalable so don't be overwhelmed if you can't do it all, cut the reps in half or drop the weight!

1.

Warm Up
400 Jump Rope Singles
30 Air Squats
20 Situps
300 Jump Rope Singles
30 Air Squats
30 Situps
200 Jump Rope Singles
30 Air Squats
40 Situps

2.

On the minute every minute perform 5 Burpees then max rep thrusters (95/65).
The goal is to complete 100 total thrusters.

*Intermediate Scaling= 3 Burpees with 100 rep goal for thrusters.
**Beginner Scaling= 3 Burpees and 50 rep goal for thrusters.

 

3. 

10 weighted step ups  20 Walking Lunges
2 turkish get up
10 weighted step ups
20 Walking Lunges
3 turkish get up
10 weighted step ups
20 Walking Lunges
4 turkish get up
10 weighted step ups
20 Walking Lunges
5 turkish get up
10 weighted step ups
20 Walking Lunges
 

 

 

 

Lettuce Wraps

Great as a side dish or a quick snack in the middle of the day! You can make these and take them on the go with you.

Ingredients

• 2 very ripe avocados
• 3 tomatoes, diced 
• 1/2 jalapeno pepper, diced
• 2 tablespoons yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced 
• 1/4 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 
• Kernels from one ear raw organic corn
• 2 teaspoons fresh lime juice
• 6 to 8 large romaine lettuce leaves 
• Chunks of lean grilled or baked chicken

Instructions

1. In a medium sized bowl, mash the avocado.
2. Add remaining ingredients and stir until well mixed.
3. Spread 2 to 3 tablespoons of this mixture onto lettuce leaves and wrap.

 

 

" A long habit of not thinking a thing wrong gives it the superficial appearance of being right."

- Thomas Paine

 

Portion Distortion....

“The only one who can tell you ‘you can’t ‘ is you. And you don’t have to listen.”

 Nike

5 minutes of TGU’s (Turkish Get ups) AHAP (as heavy as possible)
then
Five rounds, each for time of:
20 High Pulls
30 Push-ups
40 Sit-ups
50 Squats
then...

Grappling Circuit
8 rounds
Do not set the bar down until the entire set below is complete

Recommended weight 65 lbs
Bent Row 15 times
Upright Row 15 times
Military Press 15 times
Split Squat (left and right) 15 times
Thruster (squat low, bar on top of Chest, push up into a shoulder press) 15 times
Stiff Legged Dead lift 15 times
Weighted Abs (with 15 – 20 pound dumbbell) 15 times
~~
Between rounds 1 minute of
run the hill
OR
Jump rope single skip
OR
Box Jumps
or lateral Jumps over Jump Rope and Back

Everyone has his burden.

What counts is how you carry it.

Portion Distortion
 
It is amazing to me how portion sizes have changed over the years and how much food people actually do eat.  Managing your weight, your energy level, your hunger and your long- term health involves mastering portion control.  To keep your protein, carbohydrate and fat intake balanced we must be sure to eat the right portion of each of these foods. One of the challenges we face is the "portion distortion" that has taken place over time in our culture. Promotions such as "Biggy" fries, "Supersize" soda and "Jumbo" franks have made it difficult to recognize a normal size portion of a protein rich food, and then balance it with carbohydrate and fat.

If you are new at estimating portions it might be worth your while to take the time and measure your food at home for a few weeks to help you "see" clearly what a normal portion looks like. Once you have gotten in the habit of measuring your food, it will get easier to look at it and know if you are actually eating correct portions. Consider switching to a smaller size plate, like a 7" luncheon plate rather than a 12" dinner plate. After a while, choosing correctly will be second nature. 
The next time you are at the grocery store, look at the frozen entrees, such as Lean Cuisine.  Notice how small the portions are. It is amazing how much food people actually eat compared to what they NEED. A serving of meat is 3-4 ounces. Your average steakhouse starts serving steaks at 10 ounces. You're already 2-3 times over your serving without adding any sides!  Studies show that people eat what is in front of them. So, if given a giant sized portion of food, they will eat it, given a smaller more realistic sized portion of food, they will also be satisfied. 

Here are some good tips to help you decide what and how much to eat:
•3 ounces of cooked poultry or meat looks like a deck of cards

•A ping pong ball is the size of 1 ounce or 2 Tablespoons

•The average women's fist is approximately the size of 1 cup

•The average man's fist is approximately the size of 1.5 cups

•A tennis ball is about equivalent to a medium size piece of fruit

•1 ounce of cheese is about the size of 4 dice

I found some interesting images that addresses the changes in portion size!!!

LET'S DO IT!

Overhead Squat-a-Thon...

Nobody made a greater mistake than he who did nothing because he could only do a little.

1. Plio pushups...150...men 200...Full range of motion, hand release from the ground

2. "Overhead Squat-athon"

100 Overhead Squats for time (95, 65)
10 rep Knee to Elbow penalty anytime the bar comes down from overhead.
Thursday
check out this awesome instructional video for information on how to do the OH squat...

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PCWLs1jTOVE


3."Filthy Fifty"...get in teams of 2...FIND SOMEONE NEW to workout with so you dont get all chatty!

50 Box jump, 24 inch box
50 Jumping pull-ups
50 Kettlebell swings, 1 pood
Walking Lunge, 50 steps
50 Knees to elbows
50 Push press, 45 pounds
50 Back extensions
50 Wall ball shots, 20 pound ball
50 Burpees
50 Double unders or 100 singles (jump rope)

you can do these in any order that you would like...the jumping pull-ups can be done at the Smith machine and should be done in teams of 2...I would start with one team, tag another team when you are ready to move on.
How’s your nutrition this week? Are you getting the results that you want? Are you reaching your goal?

how wonderful!

One of my favorite things to do is grow a little garden, it is small, but, I love it.  My children help me pick out the plants.  We go to the nursery and decide what to grow for the summer season and we plant together. We work on weeding, watering and upkeep.  This year, we planted sweet potatoes, having no clue how it was going to turn out! Imagine our excitement when these GIANT sweet potatoes started poking out of the ground this fall! So, I am on a mad hunt for recipes that I can use these amazing sweet root vegetables.

Did you know sweet potatoes are high in antioxidants?
Did you know that it is an excellent source of vitamin A (in the form of beta-carotene), a very good source of vitamin C and manganese, and a good source of copper, dietary fiber, vitamin B6, potassium and iron.
Sweet potato, baked, with skin has 95.39 calories!

cherry tomatoes still growing in Mid-October!

sweet potato poking out and ready to eat!

By the way, its so wonderful to be still getting tomatoes in October!
Curried Sweet Potato and Lentil Soup
This thick and hearty soup is packed with spicy flavor. Get it going, then call a friend or spend some time with the kids while it simmers.
SERVINGS 8
COOK TIME 75m
INGREDIENTS

2 tablespoons butter or margarine
2 medium sweet potatoes (about 12 ounces each), peeled and cut into 1/2-inch chunks
2 large stalks celery, cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 large onion (12 ounces), cut into 1/4-inch pieces
1 garlic clove, minced
1 tablespoon curry powder
1 tablespoon grated, peeled fresh ginger
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon salt
1/8 teaspoon ground red pepper (cayenne)
3 1/2 cups LOW SODIUM vegetable broth
1 package (16 ounces) dry lentils, rinsed and picked through
6 cups water

PREPARATION
1. In 6-quart Dutch oven, melt butter over medium heat. Add the sweet potatoes, celery, and onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is tender, about 10 minutes. Add garlic, curry powder, ginger, cumin, coriander, salt, and ground red pepper; cook, stirring, 1 minute.

2. To vegetables in Dutch oven, add broth, lentils, and water; heat to boiling over high heat. Reduce heat to low; cover and simmer, stirring occasionally, until lentils are tender, 40 to 50 minutes.

Form Matters

The difference between a successful person and others is not a lack of strength, not a lack of knowledge, but rather a lack of will. --Vince Lombardi

When you are doing your workouts, are you paying attention to your form? One of the hardest parts about leading group fitness classes is that I can't be everywhere at once...I try so hard to keep you in line, keep your knees back, keep your back straight, keep full range of motion.  BUT, ultimately, its up to you to be more aware of what you are doing during during your workouts. Pay close attention to the descriptions of the exercises. It's okay to perform the movements slowly if you need to in order to get them right — it's better than doing them inaccurately. Try not to use momentum or leverage to complete the moves — you'll only be cheating yourself. It is also better to use lighter weight and do the move right than to load up your bar and do it wrong.  Poor form can significantly hamper the results that you obtain from your weight workout, and it can also increase your chances of injury.  STAY INJURY FREE! If you want results, follow the rules and one of those rules is to use proper form!

Play Hard and stay smart with your workouts...

WARMUP....tabata pushups and tabata squats...I will be looking for perfect form....pushups..chest TO THE GROUND, squats...deep, hips deep, knees behind toes....

For time: 5 rounds...

50 Wallball shots

40 Double unders or 100 singles or 20 tuck jumps

30 Kettlebell swings

20 Walking lunges

20 Knees to elbows

overhead plate carry, 25, 35 or 45 pounds....1 set of lampost suicide runs between each set!

Unless someone like you cares a whole awful lot, nothing is going to get better. It’s not. Dr. Seuss

Put it all on the line...

what do you have to lose?

What’s your LEAST favorite BootCamp Movement?

If I were going to ask you what your LEAST favorite BootCamp movement was, what would it be? Oh and as a follow up to that, what does "least favorite" mean to you... most despised, hardest, inflicts the most pain, boring, just can't do it, etc.?? For me... its a toss up between thrusters (inflicts the most pain), and Pistol Squats (I just can't do them)....or burpees...they are so darn hard!  Post your thoughts to comments below.....

Today's Workout

we are dividing into 3 groups, each group has 20 minutes to complete the circuit below, if they finish early, they start over....

GROUP 1
7 Rounds for time of: 20 mins...
7 Pull ups
10 Burpees


GROUP 2 (20 mins)
1 mile run (Run to Eastside HS and back!)
40 pistol squats
2:00 accumulated L-sit

GROUP 3 (20 mins)
3 rounds for time of
50 Squats (any way...overhead, back, or front squat...break it up)
50 Kettlebell swings (24/16)
50 Double unders
or 100 single unders or 50 Tuck Jumps

Don't be mediocre today! Be amazing in everything that you do...expect the best for your self, give your heart 100% to those that you love....the universe will return it to you 1000 fold. (yes, I have been going to Yoga and getting my Zen on...)

need a little extra exercise motivation today???

somehow this is a little disturbing, but, it made me laugh!

Go hard or go home!

This past weekend, we participated in the USMC mud run in Columbia, SC.  It was initially very frustrating, traffic was horrendous and we were worried we wouldn't make our start time.  Once we got there, things went smoothly and we were quickly taking off! We didn't do any specific training for the race outside of our BootCamp workouts.  There were 32 obstacles, lots of mud, lots of sprints, lots of thing to get over, under and climb. We were all thrilled with the idea of getting down and dirty with all the other athletes! One hour 27 minutes later we were finished, filthy, scratched, bruised and exhilarated! We really believe that the BootCamp workouts that we do helped us to get through the obstacles and runs without too much heavy breathing.  All in all, a successful day that we can't wait to do again! you can check out the obstacles at this link
http://www.usmcmudrun.org/course.html

today's workout!
Warm up
Sprints...15 sets of sprints down the side parking lot

50-40-30-20-10 rep rounds for time of:


Double Unders (or double the number of singles)
Burpees

then...

Squat Ladder - 45 pound bar


With a continuously running clock, complete one squat in minute one, two squats in minute two, three in minute three... continue in this fashion until you are no longer able to complete the required number of squats within that minute.

Advanced Version - rounds 1-10 - overhead squats; rounds 11-20 - front squats; rounds 21+ - back squats

Squat – you must reach proper depth. The crease of the hip must clearly dip below the top of the knees on each rep. The hips and knees must be fully extended at the top.

CORE....100 wallball situps

"If you cheat you are only cheating yourself." Chan

“To be successful you must accept all challenges that come your way. You can’t just accept the ones you like.” -Mike Gafka

BootCamp this week and Protein Pudding

"The pain you feel today will be the strength you feel tomorrow."

BootCamp this week!


join us Tuesday night 6 pm in the Cave or Thursday morning 9:45 am Ladies area
 (Kerry is teaching Thursday morning for me, she is awesome....show up for a little BootCamp, Kerry style!)

Tuesday night

I: 3x
400m run or 5 min jump rpoe
25 squats
15 sit ups

II: On the minute for 25 minutes:
THRUSTERS (65#)
1st min: 1 thruster
2nd min: 2 thrusters
3rd min: 3 thrusters
Continue until failure
then run 400m (or 5 min of jump rope) & REPEAT

III: One minute each
- Partnered medicine ball situps
- American KB swings
- Plank
if time.....
Every 45 seconds, do 10 walking lunges, one clean, one strict press, one front squat, all with either 2 dumbells or a barbell. Continue until you've traveled 400m.


SNACK OPTION!

As many of you may know, Greek Yogurt is my new favorite snack option.  Greek Yogurt is gluten free, safe for diabetics and vegetarians, and with the 2% variety being only 120 calories a cup, it's perfect for dieters of all kinds.  Its higher in protein and there are 0% fat options to choose from! Remember to be sure and check the sugar content, pre-sweetened yogurts are LOADED in sugar and are not a good choice for a clean diet.

Here's one of the many ways I have found to get the protein I need to stay strong and healthy!

Lisl's Protein Pudding

1 cup of 0% fat Greek Yogurt
1 scoop whey protein
1 tbs Cocoa Powder
stevia to taste to sweeten

mix all together...yummy snack full of protein!

from http://www.sarahfit.com/

4th of July Secret BBQ Tips


Summertime barbeque’s are often loaded with mystery side salads and fatty cuts of beef. To avoid gaining back all the weight you lost right before you had to put on the bikini, follow these bbq rules.
1. Beware of Ketchup and other condiments containing high fructose corn syrup.
Buy Ketchup that is labels organic. Make sure to read the ingredients to be sure it is not made with HFCS. The chemical often added to soft drinks, cookies, and cereal is also a major ingredient for some favorite condiments, including Heinz Ketchup. Brands like, Organicville have a delicious ketchup that will wow your guests.
2. Instead of having a burger made with beef, try a bison or veggie burger
Burgers are like a mystery meat. No one really knows where it came from and how much fat it contains. Stay smart by trying a bison burger. It’s lower in fat and typically farmed on a small ranch so you know it’s been grass fed and treated well. Not an option? A veggie a burger is always a safe bet. Try Veggie Patch’s Garlic Portabello Mushroom Burger for a meatier patty that tastes great! You will save yourself at least 100 calories.
3. Don’t sabotage your meat with processed white buns!
If you are hosting the BBQ, opt for 100% whole wheat buns. Know a guest who need gluten-free options? Indulge them in Ezekial sprouted grain hamburger buns for a gluten-free, option with added protein. Lastly, go bunless with two slices of iceburg lettuce. If none of the above are options, try eating one half of the bun, or scoop it out like a bagel.
4. Spice up grilled chicken or fish without piling on calories!
BBQ sauce can be loaded with sugar. Choose a brand like Mrs Renfro’s that has only 35 calories per 2 tablespoons. Better yet, check out their variety of fruit salsa’s to top freshly grilled fish. Another option? Try a chutney for a sweater glaze that requires no marinade sitting time. Try School House Kitchen’s Bardshar Chutney for a versatile BBQ companion.
5. Skip the mayo drenched salad, and try some grilled veggies!
Macaroni salad, potato salad, and pasta salad are usually a mystery to all guests except the one who made the dish. Avoid the danger and stick to some grilled veggies or corn. If you are allowed to bring a side, enlighten your guests by bringing a healthier version of one of the above. Typically one cup of potato salad has over 300 calories.
For more tips, visit SarahFit.com.

Bootcamp this Week and a Quinoa Recipe...

Hey to all you Pivotal Fitness Athletes!!!

Join us Tuesday night at 6 pm in the cave or Thursday morning at 9:45 am Ladies area

We hope that you had a wonderful Father's Day!

 

The father of a righteous man has great joy; he who has a wise son delights in him.

-Proverbs 23:24

TUESDAY...

PUSHUPS!!!

10 minutes of Pushups, each time you break the PLANK position, 10 WallBALLS! score is how many pushups you get total in 10 minutes...we did this last Thursday, it was awesomely tough!

10 rounds


30 x Overhead Dumbbell Walking Lunge (15 alternating steps)

30 x Dumbbell Swings

10 BAR BURPEES

10 PISTOLS ( one legged Squats)

1 minute of JUMP ROPE or Box JUMPS or 30 Tuck Jumps in between each round
Go “Hard and Fast” for the entire 10 rounds!
hill sprints if time after the 1 rounds~
BRING YOUR WATER AND TOWEL....ITS HOT! come early to set up and be sure and clean up after! 

THURSDAY MORNING!
if you don't have a jump rope yet, this workout requires one, so, take the time to get yourself a good jump rope and keep it in your gym bag!
jump rope – 250

then
21-15-9 reps of:
Burpee Broad Jump
Kettlebell Swing (53/35)
then

jump rope – 250

then...
-Run 1 mile
50 Thrusters (45 pounds)
100 Push-ups
-Run 1 mile
50 Kettlebell Swings (53/35)
100 Abmat Sit-ups

suicide runs if time!

Push yourself today! Are you able to carry on a normal conversation during an intense BOOTCAMP workout? If so then it’s time to work harder!

If you are going through hell, keep going.

-Winston Churchill

 Quinoa & Lentil Salad

Pronounced KEENWA, this is an ancient “grain” native to South America. It is high in protein and has light, fluffy texture when cooked. Its mild, slightly nutty flavour makes it an excellent alternative to rice or couscous.  I have just discovered this wonderful treat and I am obsessed with trying to find as many ways as possible to make it! Enjoy..
Why Eat it??
Quinoa is a good source of protein, has a nutty flavor and pleasing texture similar to rice. Quinoa is also full of vitamins and minerals - iron, magnesium, Vit E, potassium, amino acids - and fiber. Unlike wheat or rice, quinoa is a good source of lysine. Quinoa is adaptable and gluten free. Because of its high protein and (good) fat content, quinoa is a satisfying meal with a few nuts or beans, and veggies added. It's a wonderful addition to soups and stews, transforming them into one dish meals.


Ingredients
1 cup quinoa
1 tsp olive oil
1 shallot or ½ onion, finely chopped
2 tbsp tarragon , roughly chopped
1 cup lentils rinsed and drained
¼ cucumber, lightly peeled and diced
 feta cheese, crumbled use just a little for flavor!
6 spring onions, thinly sliced
zest and juice 1 orange
1 tbsp red or white wine vinegar


1.Cook the quinoa in a large pan of boiling water for 10-15 mins until tender, drain well, then set aside to cool.  Place the lentils in a medium-size pan, cover with at least an inch of water, and boil until tender, 30 to 40 minutes



2.Meanwhile, heat the oil in a small pan, then cook the shallot or onion for a few mins until softened. Add the tarragon, stir well, then remove from the heat.

3.Stir the softened shallot and tarragon into the cooled quinoa along with the lentils, cucumber, feta, spring onions, orange zest and juice and vinegar. Toss well together and chill until ready to serve.

BootCamp this week and a recipe for Sangria~

"Named must your fear be before banish it you can." -Yoda

BootCamp this week!

Watch your thoughts; they become words. Watch your words; they become actions. Watch your actions; they become habits. Watch your habits; they become character. Watch your character; it becomes your destiny.

DONT FORGET KIDS HIP HOP TONIGHT!!

6:15 - Ladies Studio~

TUESDAY NIGHT 6 pm in the CAVE~

As many Dumbell Turkish Get Ups as possible in 8 minutes...see video below....

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uVDiFNy8NUA&feature=fvsr

5 rounds

50 Double Under’s or 200 Single jumps
10 Man makers (45/25 Dbell)
200 Meter Overheard Plate or DB Carry (45/25 plate)
25 Lateral Jumps
12 1 arm swings r/l

50 Mountain Climbers
This is an extremely challenging workout. Manmakers are definitely one of the hardest movements (burpee to squat clean to thruster and for added torture, we will add in a renegade row and a standing lunge).

one minute

-Plank Holds-Flutter Kicks-side plank

Thursday Morning 9:45 am Ladies Area

Tabata Squats
Tabata Push-ups
Tabata Squats then

10.9.8.7.6.5.4.3.2.12.3.4.5.6.7.8.9.10 reps OF:
Thrusters 115/85lbs
Kettlebell Swings 24/16kg

(see below for correct form!)
Burpees

overhead squats

followed by:

50 Wall Balls 20 lbs.
10 Push Ups
40 Wall Balls
20 Push Ups
30 Wall Balls
30 Push Ups
20 Wall Balls
40 Push Ups
10 Wall Balls
50 Push Ups

Use your lats to help you stop the backwards travel of the kettlebell at the top, and bring the weight back down. Grip the kettlebell hard when it's overhead, and don't purposely hang out there for too long.

Finally, make sure your core is clamped down TIGHT throughout the movement. The momentum from the kettlebell is going to want to take you over backwards. Don't let it.


REMEMBER!!!

Hydrate / Stretch / Refuel

 
from Hungry Girl....
 
Party-in-a-Pitcher Sangria

PER SERVING (1 generous cup): 125 calories, 0g fat, 5mg sodium, 13g carbs, 1.5g fiber, 7g sugars, 0.5g protein -- POINTS® value 2*



This sangria is CHOCK-FULL of fruit and deliciousness. Just don't underestimate the alcoholic intensity of fruit chunks that have been chilling in there for a while -- they're POTENT, people!
Ingredients:

1 bottle red wine

1 can Sprite Zero (or 1 1/2 cups of any diet lemon-lime soda)

1 cup Diet Ocean Spray Cranberry Pomegranate (or another flavor of Diet Ocean Spray)

1 cup sliced strawberries

1 small orange, peeled and chopped

Half a Fuji apple, chopped

Half a slightly under-ripe banana, peeled and chopped

1/2 cup pineapple chunks (if canned, packed in juice)
Directions:

Place fruit in a large container that will not stain easily (like a glass pitcher or a high-quality plastic one). Cover fruit with wine and cranberry drink, and give mixture a good stir.
Cover and refrigerate for at least 10 hours. (It's TOTALLY worth it. Quit whining.)
Once ready to serve, add soda and give it a good stir. Pour and be sure to get a nice amount of fruit in each glass. Enjoy!
P.S. If you like your sangria with less alcohol per glass, add more of the cranberry drink.

MAKES 7 SERVINGS