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I would like to improve my physique and have a BMI within healthy levels.
I want to know any decent routine for building muscle mass and toning but one that doesn't require using barbells, dumbbells or such equipment.
I walk for about an hour a day and also include push-ups and crunches but I cannot shift that last layer of fat to get a six pack.
Ideas I have had include daily yoga and some army-type 10 minute work-outs.
I would like a routine that can be repeated daily so does not target specific muscle groups i.e. overall fitness and bodyshaping routine.
Thanks.
Additionaly:
An exercise that I do not have to travel to or seek an instructor. I will be starting thai boxing soon after a long wait but I can do many of these exercises at home now.
My ideas? Try to do 200 minutes of cardio a week. Remember fat does not turn into muscle, so you need to lose your fat while putting on muscle. Work hard, but don't over 60 minutes at a time. Do planks and other abs exercises on alternate days.
On training days, do 5-10 minutes of cardio to warm up, then do your weight training. Do 30 to 60 minutes more of cardio, then go home.
The best time to eat is just after your workout within an hour when your metabolism is raging. For your muscles, incorporate some isolated soy protein or whey protein. Whey is more potent but the soy tastes better!
Don't look at your scale as the be all and end all, but get a measuring tape to check your progress, and that will show more tangible results.
Read magazines like Shape, Womens Fitness, Fitness, etc to get tips and to stay motivated.
Good luck and stick at it. This plan has lost me 20 lbs in 12 weeks so far, just go for it!
BMI, or body mass index, is calculated by taking a person's body weight, multiplying it by 703 and dividing that result by the person's ...
I'm not overweight, actually my BMI is below weight, but my I need a way to strengthen my abs, quads, and delts so I can look good in a bikini.
I need an exercise (without workout equipment) for each of these muscles, and a quantity (how many I should do daily).
I will award the person who provides the best information "best answer".
Thank you!
Ab exercises: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/exercise s.php?MainMuscle=Abdominals
Pretty much do 3 sets of however many reps you can do before you can't do anymore. :)
Quads: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/exercise s.php?Real_New=%3C%3D+7&Name=&Ma inMuscle=Quadriceps&Equip=BodyOnly&a mp;Isolation=&order=Name
It's going to be hard to really strengthen your quads without workout equipment. Pretty much that one exercise from that link and sprinting are your choices.
Sprints: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/tomgreen 1.htm
Delts: http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/exercise s.php?Real_New=%3C%3D+7&Name=&Ma inMuscle=Shoulders&Equip=BodyOnly&am p;Isolation=&order=Name
Wide grip Pullups aren't on that list but oh well. Those will help a lot.
Good luck! =)
I would like to find an effective workout until I can purchase a elliptical machine or go running outside. I have limited space and my only equipment is a 5lb dumbell and a small exercise ball. I don't really like working out with dvd's because I live with roommate's and the television is often in use.
What can I do with these limited resources and about 30 minutes a day? My goal is to tone up and to lose about 10 lbs. by mid-April. I am also reducing my calories and fat intake.
Because it is winter and I live in a cold and snowy location, please don't suggest anything outside, like running.
I am a 27 year old female and though I have a BMI of 22.9, which is considered healthy, but I have areas that are flabby and that I would like to tone up.
you could do crunches for your abs, push ups for your biceps, triceps, pectorial muscles. Twists for your love handles, leg raises for your legs and glutes, that should help firm most areas up without buying equipment.
Hello.I really need help on this and some direction on where to start!
I need help designing an experiment to determine the effect of a person's body mass index/ BMI ( weight(kg)/ height(mm^2) ) on their immediate physiological response to exercises.
Simply put: how to determine the effect of a person's BMI on their response to physical activity.
NOTE:I do not necessarily need the exact steps,but rather how to go about investigating it.
What tests can I do?
How can I measure their response?
What apparatus can I use.
Its a plan and design lab , so I can use any piece of equipment/apparatus
I have searched the internet tirelessly, but I could not find anything.Any help would be greatly appreciated.Thanks for any help !
What you have to do is set up tests designed to measure a person's "physiological response to exercise." What are these physiological responses? Heart rate, blood pressure, rate of respiration, etc...
As to the exercise, you could use treadmills, or any other piece of exercise equipment.
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My BMI is healthy, it's 23. However, I have fat on my arms, stomach, butt and thighs. I already run, and I only eat when I need to. What are the best exercises to target these areas effectively, that don't involve gaining much muscle, if any? Keep in mind that I don't have any equipment or weights to lift. Thanks in advance!
Please help! I could really use some advice!
Exercise is a must, it helps stress, builds muscle, and burns calories. I recomend purchasing the Jackie Warner's workout video (she is the trainer on that show "Workout" on bravo. The video is great it has three workouts 20 minutes each upper, lower, and core. They are intense but they work...Also you should do cardio, never do ab works out without dieting and loosing weight you will just build mucsle under fat.
Meals should be no more than 400 calories
Snack approx 100-150...
East small portions but often...Stay away from crash diets!
Increase protien intake if you need...
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