I just came across this article by : Eric Leader thought I would take the time to share it with you.
Thankyou Eric.
Lets face it, there will never be the right time or energy level to workout. In my opinion, (and if you are a client of mine you are probably sick of hearing this analogy) working out is like brushing your teeth. How many times have you been in bed, or on the couch, and just wanted to turn in without brushing your teeth? You are comfortable and tired, and just don't feel like getting up. However, somehow you get yourself to the bathroom knowing that you have to brush your teeth.
In my mind, working out is the same way. We all know that we have to do it, however, sometimes we just don't feel like getting up and doing it. Somehow you have to make that decision to get up and do it, just like brushing your teeth (ironically enough I have awful teeth, but that is off topic.)
Let me tell you something my friends, (wow I sound like McCain) I would say at least 4 or 5 times out of 10 I don't feel like working out. My work out time (due to my training and running the business) is at 9:00 p.m. crazy right? Do I like working out that late, not really. However, it has to be done.
Lets face it, our lives are all crazy, especially this day in age with the economy the way it is. However, make exercise that one constant in your life that you can control. Build your world around it, and make it a fundamental aspect of your lifestyle. Trust me, you'll be healthier, more efficient, and more successful in your endeavors.
Keep motivated!!!
The following are the top ten exercises to tone the lower body:
1.) The Squat-we all hate it but it is the king of lower body exercises. Targets the quads, hamstrings, as well as the backside.
2.) Stiff Legged deadlifts-nothing beats this exercise in regards to increasing hamstring flexibility, as well as targeting the backside.
3) Walking Lunge-great exercise for toning the quads. Try taking longer, deeper strides to target not only the quads but the backside as well.
4) Calve raises-try calve raises to target the lower leg. Really targets the calves and gets a great "burn." 5)Leg extensions-great exercise for toning the quads. Increases muscular strength and endurance in the muscles surrounding the knee, preventing knee problems.
6) Donkey kicks-great exercise for the backside and quads.
7) Lying hamstring curls (prone curls)-great for the hamstrings.
8) front squats-great for tightening the quads.
9) adductions-great for tightening the outer thighs.
10) abductions-targets the inner thighs.
Ask your trainer about these great exercises for the lower body, and as always, train hard!!!
Eric B. Leader
Owner, Every Bodys' Personal Trainer
http://www.everybodyspersonaltrainer.com/ - Pesonal trainers in Maryland, Virginia, and Pennsylvania.
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