The Best Body Sculpting Upper Body Workout
Maybe it comes from being a busy mom, but I just don't like standing around taking long breaks during a workout...I like to keep moving! This timesaving workout will sculpt your upper body, through a series of supersets with push and pull exercises, as well as some cardio and core work. The result is that you can keep moving without needing long breaks. By taking less breaks, you benefit from more of a calorie burning effect, and you really "feel" like you worked hard! It's the best timesaving total upper body workout that will give you the sculpted look you want!
Directions:
- 2 -3 times through each set of exercises
- 10 - 12 Reps for all strength exercises
- Take breaks as needed
- You should consult your physician or other health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. Click HERE for full disclaimer.
Equipment:
- Dumbbells
- Bands
- Med ball or any ball
- TRX optional
Warm up: 30 seconds each exercise
boxer shuffle, butt kicks, jumping jacks, skaters, good mornings, squat kicks, lunges, side lunges (video here)
Workout:
Set A
- Chest Press 10-12
- Alternating Bicep Curls 10-12
- Jump Rope 50
Set B
- Tricep Extension with TRX or Lying Tricep Extension 10-12
- Reverse Flies 10-12
- 3 Legged Down Dog Knee To Elbow 10 ea
Set C
- Chest Flies 10-12
- Concentration Curls 10-12
- Jump Rope 50
Set D
- Tricep Kickbacks w/weights or bands 10-12
- Lat Pullover 10-12
- Side Oblique Crunch 10 ea side
Set E
- Alternating Pushup on Med ball (any ball will work) 10
- 21’s Bicep Curl - Bottom Half/Top Half/Full Range
- Jump Rope 50
Set F
- Tricep Extension w/Bands or dumbbells 10-12
- One Arm Row - 10-12
- 1/2 Get Up - 8-10 each
(Click here for a 12 minute full body stretching video to use following the workout)
