Updated: Apr 29, 2015 08:01 AM
Betty Doyling
I’m sure there’s one point where you’ve all said: “On Monday, I’m going to eat better and take time to exercise.”
With this plan, Monday may never come. You may wonder what happened to all that healthy food and exercise that you promised yourself.
Many find it hard to stay motivated to eat better or exercise more. We put it off till tomorrow or longer. It’s hard to hold yourself accountable.
Some of you have personal trainers showing up at your door, but what if you don’t have that option? Try calling on a friend or neighbour nearby.
A buddy will guarantee that you get a serious workout in, without being very serious. It’s okay to have fun. In fact, the more fun you have during your workouts, the more you will look forward to your workout and be committed to them over time.
Check out some of the exercises here to add some creativity to your workout after you warm-up.
Try setting your timer for one minute of work, 30 seconds of rest, for two to three sets. Have fun and B-Active For Life!
• Betty Doyling is a certified fitness trainer and figure competitor with more than eight years of experience. Check her out on Facebook: www.facebook.com/B.ActiveForLife
Elevated Plank: Betty Doyling starts in full plank; Kelly Calveley rests her feet (insteps) just below Betty's lower back, alternately bringing knee to elbow. Regression – Both partners plank side by side on knees (Photo by Nicola Muirhead)
Push-up/sit-up. Betty Doyling uses knees to push up; Kelly Calveley does sit-ups at the same time (Photo by Nicola Muirhead)
Partner Plank Jumps. While Kelly Calveley planks, Betty Doyling jumps over her legs (Photo by Nicola Muirhead)
Partner Side Plank High Five. Advanced: Start in side plank, hand beneath shoulder, legs straight out. Reach under your torso then reach up and high-five your partner. Regression: Start on forearm with knees bent, elbow beneath shoulder and repeat above (Photo by Nicola Muirhead)
Advanced: Start in side plank, hand beneath shoulder, legs straight out. Reach under your torso then reach up and high-five your partner. Regression: Start on forearm with knees bent, elbow below shoulder and then repeat above.(Photo by Nicola Muirhead)
Jump/Squat High-Five. Start in squat position, knees behind your toes, jump up and high-five your partner.Regression: Squat and high-five your partner (Photo by Nicola Muirhead)
Don’t forget to stretch (Photo by Nicola Muirhead)
