LIIT Workout of the Week

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Low Intensity Interval Training (LIIT)

Low impact, no jumping, focused on strength, flexibility, and control. Great for beginners & advanced; This workout will set you up for success in moving through everyday life.

What you need: Small hand weights

Format:

  1. Move 1 - 30 seconds

  2. Move 2 - 30 seconds

  3. Rest - 30 seconds

  4. Repeat 1-3 (x4) then rest 2 minutes

  5. Pick 2 new moves and repeat the above for a total of 5 rounds

Choose from the following moves:

  • Lunge Step Back w/ twist (w/ weights)

  • Side Lunge (wide, keep both feet planted on the ground)

  • Inchworm to Push-Up

  • Mountain climbers

  • Squat + Press (w/ weights)

  • Front Fly + Regular Fly (w/ weights)

  • Skaters

  • Squat, Cross Elbow + Knee Raise

  • Single Leg Squat - Alt. Grab Weights then Set Weights Down (w/ weights)

  • Supine Leg Lifts

Tips:

  • Focus on body positioning; Each movement should be done slow and controlled

  • You can opt out of using the hand weights

  • Take extra rest if required, this is YOUR workout

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