It’s no secret that I adore functional workouts.
In my opinion, there is no workout tougher than throwing your own weight around.
Even though I am usually on the verge of vomiting post-functional workout, nothing makes me feel better or more in-shape.
Functional workouts make everyday activities easier and can help to prevent sport-sustained injuries. Many functional workouts can be customized for specific sports.
I enjoy making up my own combos to keep things exciting. I must be delusional.
Functional Fun
5 minute jog
30 seconds high knees
30 seconds jumping jacks w/ kicks
20 walking lunges w/ medicine ball twist
10 burpees
15 overhead presses w/ band
20 squats
10 push-ups
30 seconds mountain climbers
5 tuck jumps
30 seconds russian twists w/ medicine ball
60 second plank hold
REPEAT
I’m Jessica and this is where I share my stuff. You will find a balance of healthy recipes, comfort food and indulgent desserts.
I hear ya! Using my body weight and moving my butt makes me sweat the most!
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Burpees and mountain climbers…those KILL me. :-)
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Oh man, I had no idea you had a fitness side to the blog! I thought it was just yummy food! That’s great to know. :) Functional workouts are the best. I detest mountain climbers… for some reason that’s my least favorite exercise ever.
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I like using bodyweight because I don’t have any equipment at home, nor do I have a gym near where I live. Thanks for this workout! I’ll try it today. :)
Um, just a few questions… what are russian twists?
Wei-Wei
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Agreed – I like using my own body weight because … well, it’s cheaper than equipment! haha Plus, it works and that’s what matters.
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I love doing those moves for tabata! It’s tough!!
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good gawsh! I’m already tired just reading that. I do 99% bodyweight workouts. “Functional” is my middle name. (or is that dis-functional??)
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That is a great workout to do at home – thanks! It reminds me of the types of workouts I used to do with my trainer, but this will be free :)
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This is a kick ass workout – thanks so much for sharing.
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oh God, i’m sore just reading that workout…probably means i should do it or something…
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LOVE THIS JESS!!! ahh burpies HURT ME! ahaha but they are so goooood you
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Great workout- I love ‘em short and sweet!
xo
K
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Love this! Plyo’s are my new fave exercises.
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If this is the kind of workout you enjoy, you will love Insanity…it’s this crazy DVD set that I now swear by. It’s great because this crazy man pushes you! Better than me counting on myself to get through it. xxSAS
http://www.20somethingcupcakes.com/2010/03/insanity/
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