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I am a personal trainer originally from Chicago. I have been living in sunny Florida for about 11 years now. Here is where I found my career. The best part of my job is seeing someone grow in confidence, pride and strength. I am truly blessed to have my job. I hope I can help influence others to gain a happier, healthier life through this blog. I hope everyone enjoys!!

Tuesday, January 17, 2012

Exercise:Five Times a Charm Workout (for Upper Body)

This workout was inspired by a good friend and great trainer :). The object is to do each exercise for 10 repetitions and repeat everything 5 times. The first time I did a workout in this form I got so sore!! Thanks a lot Erin ;-). It is always good to switch up your exercise routine to keep from idling on a plateau. If you do the same exact routine over and over again your body will adapt to it and you will stop seeing changes. Your body is an amazing adapter, you have to shock it every once in awhile with a change up. Change the weights you are using, the repetitions, or even the order of your exercises. Below are the exercises, see the video for instruction and modification. Always be safe and keep that core tight!!

1. 10 Spiderman Pushups
2. 10 Pull Ups or Body Rows
3. 10 Jack Knives with weight (no weight for beginners)
4. 10 Single Arm Tricep Pushups
5. 10 Bicep Curls
6. 10 Bicycle Crunch (do 10 on each side, see video for modifications)

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