Workout Plans to Get You Ready for Spring Break

   I know you might not want to hear it but spring break is right around the corner. Time to break out your bikinis and sunglasses ladies and get ready to show off that hot new bod. But do not fret, you still have enough time to whip that body into shape with these fun workout crazes that everyone has been talking about. The best part about these workout crazes is that they usually are held right in your campus gym. So no excuses!

Cycling

       Cycling is great for all ability levels, and provides a vigorous workout that will definitely make you break out in a sweat. You can burn about 400-600 calories in an average class! During a cycling class the instructor directs you through an imaginary bike trail in which you change the resistance of the bike according to the type of terrain. You’ll climb hills, do sprints, and cycle your way to that spring break bod.

Cardio Kickboxing

       Kickboxing is one of my favorite ways to exercise. It’s a high intensity, repetitive and intense cardio and strength workout that incorporates punching, jumping, and kicking. You can expect to burn about 500-800 calories per session! Your arms and legs will get toned in no time, and it’s a great way to relieve some aggression.  

Bikram Yoga

             Bikram yoga, also popularly known as “hot yoga”, burns away the calories, literally. The yoga room is usually set around a steamy 105 degrees, and you can expect to go through a series of 26 different breathing, stretching, and posture exercises. Yoga is a great way to unwind and relax, and the fact that you can burn up to 300-600 calories per every 90 minute session doesn’t hurt either.

Pilates

             If you’re looking to tone up and not bulk up then pilates is the workout for you.  Much like yoga, pilates helps you to relax by going through different strength exercises with the use of breathing techniques. It focuses on core stability and strives to create a leaner body, improve posture, and better your balance. You can expect to use light weights, an exercise ball and elastic bands during a pilates class.

Apps to Help You Stay on Track

            Getting your body spring break ready isn’t always easy so I’ve found some free apps that you can download that can help you stay on track. For years I’ve been using the “Nike Training” app if I didn’t have time to go to the gym and I wanted to do a workout at home. It gives you free intense workouts that range from 15 minutes to an hour. Each exercise is shown for you so it makes it simple to use and you will definitely see results if you use it long term. “MyFitnessPal” is also a great app to help you reach your weight loss goal. You can keep track of your calorie intake and can record your daily food and exercise amount.

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