Over this past long weekend, we decided it was time to do a killer strength and cardio workout, including one of our favorite types of exercise - car pushing! Combining this with some kettlebell work, gave us a great full body challenge.
When we woke up on the long weekend Monday, it was a beautiful day and a bit cool outside. We find early morning is the best time for this workout, before it gets to hot, and also before too many people are outside driving around. You will definitely get some funny looks from the neighbours and those driving by, as well as a few offers to help boost your car!
Car pushing is a terrific strength and conditioning workout, that really blazes your legs. Try turning around and pushing the car backwards to really feel the burn in your quads.
Tannys pushing the car up a slight incline
Between the two of us, we completed three loops around our block and were exhausted by the end. We then brought our workout inside and completed 5 sets of 25-30 kettlebell swings. These were a killer on our legs, right after our outside workout!
We recommend you give car pushing a try on a cool summer or fall morning. Make sure you have at least two people (so one can be in the car steering, while the car is in neutral) and switch places as you fatigue. Give it a try and let us know what you think!
-Tannys & Alex
So here's the deal. I joined a 'no frills' gym. Great cardio and strength training equipment and lots of other stuff (free weights, medicine balls, bench presses etc.) but what do I do with it all!! It's somewhat overwhelming and I have no idea where to start. Any pointers on how to begin to put together a workout schedule/plan? How much cardio, how much strength training? how often should workouts be changed? What exercises should I be doing? How often should I work the same muscle groups etc. There are so many different workouts on the internet, it's hard to know how to put together a well rounded fitness program. Any help would be GREATLY appreciated!
ReplyDeleteThanks for your question Nicole! This is definitely a common problem - stay tuned for some tips on how you can put together a well-rounded program for yourself.
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