Phase 1, Workout 2
Today wasn’t nearly as tough as yesterday. This workout utilized the resistance band (only once), and hand weights.
The next time I do this workout, I’m definitely going to use heavier weights for the exercises. She does both rows and bicep curls, but she doesn’t tell you until the second run through that you should use the heaviest weights possible. I plan to use 10 pound weights instead of 6 next time I do this.
I still worked up a good sweat, but this workout was not nearly as intense as phase 1 workout 1. Jillian, however, explains that the reason for this lower impact workout is to build strength for the future workouts. This makes complete sense – this workout focuses on building core strength and on targeting smaller muscle groups. Because she explained it, I don’t mind going through a lower intensity workout knowing it’s preparing me for the coming weeks. The other great thing about this workout is she purposely avoids the muscles worked the day before, allowing them a chance to recover. I’m really thankful for this as my shoulders are SUPER sore after yesterday’s workout!
One other observation: I timed this workout to see if it’s actually 30 minutes. It’s 36 total, however, she spends 3 minutes warming up and 3 minutes cooling down, so the actual workout part IS 30 minutes. Just a heads up that you should give yourself 40 minutes to do the complete video (this is helpful for me when I do morning workouts because I wake up at the last possible minute).
I’m feeling good, and ready for some cardio tomorrow morning!
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