Top five cheat workouts to do this spring
“I wish there was a cheat, but what you put in is what you get out. There are exercises that can give you instant gratification if done right. But time is also a factor here.”
1. Dips
This can be done at the gym or at home. Stand next to a chair or desk. Facing away, place your palms on the surface behind you and then drop your butt all the way to the floor, bending your knees and elbows. Come up slowly and repeat movement. This will target your triceps, which will give you toned arms for the vest season. Great for guys and girls.
2.Push-ups
This is a basic exercise but very effective. For the guys stay off your knees and bal- ance on your toes and hands as if about to plank. Arms extended to the front, place them firmly on the floor, shoulder length. Drop all the way down, pushing your chest down as low as possible, then slowly come up. Repeat 10 times, rest and go again.
For the ladies do the same but remain on your knees the entire time. This will target your chest area, arms, shoulders and core.
3.Lunges
Now we go to the lower body. This again can be home-based or done at the gym. Stand up straight, feet next to each other then take a step forward, one foot at a time. While doing this, you need to go down, your knee almost touching the floor. Keep your upper body straight at all times. This can be done on the spot or walking. Its best for the butt area, thighs (quads and hamstrings).
4. Sit-ups
The thing most guys like to brag about is abs! But to be honest, this area is more about what you eat than anything. So how do you build abs? Good old sit-ups. Lie on your back with your knees up and your hands lightly resting on the sides of your head. All you do is to lift your upper body and extend your hands and try to touch your knees. Go back down slowly. Do it again. Before you know it you’ll be parading shirtless at the beach this December.
5.Running
The winter tends to be a “hibernating” season for most people: warm meals, cuddling and less movement. Running outside or on the treadmill will help you shed all that winter fat quickly. Be consistent, and commit to it. Once off won’t work. My advice is to run at least three days a week for 20-30 minute runs. Take your time and start slowly, until you comfortable.