End of Summer Exercise Routine

By Justin Gaita

As summer winds down most people are gearing up for one last vacation before school begins in the fall. At this point some of you may have put exercise on the back burner. However, it is very crucial to always stay in maintenance mode until a steady routine can fit into that busy schedule.

Goals for August/September

Maintain cardio 3x per week

Resistance/strength training (high intensity) minimum of 2x per week

Add exercise to calendar (if you have an appointment, you will be less likely to blow it off)

Plan, Plan, Plan!

Stay on track by always incorporating fitness into everyday life. Read fitness magazines as well as healthy eating cookbooks. Contact a personal trainer to find a specific routine that works for you.

Use helpful websites such as Livestrong.com to track calories and fitness routines. Remember if it’s on paper its easier to keep track of. Nutrition is half the battle, therefore stay organized and don’t let those summer parties pack on the calories and pounds. Your body does not respond well to binging and crash dieting. Proper exercise and nutrition are a lifestyle. The concept is “work smarter, not harder”. Always seek advice from a trained professional and find exercise that makes you happy. A good trainer will always keep you on target while making a session fun and enjoyable.

Exercise of the month:

Circuit 3-5x:

Plank 30s-1min

Pushups 10-15x (modified if necessary)

Hip Extension 20x each side

Mountain Climbers 30s

Squat thrust 15x