Week 2 Simple Fitness Training

This week we are going to step it up a notch by training ourselves to run the same distance with less rest. This will build the stamina needed to continue toward total body fitness. Remember, we are taking baby steps to help get you into some physical activity to increase your metabolism and form healthy excercise habits. Slow, consistant pursuit of your fitness goals to reduce the risk of injury and build the confidence needed to get in great shape.

Week 2: Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. 30 on-15 off.

You will begin with a 5 minute warmup walk and some light stretching. Next jog for 30 seconds, then walk for 15 seconds. Repeat this cycle for a total workout time of 5 minutes. Light stretching when done and drink plenty of water, even in the winter months.

We will continue to build jog time and reduce rest time until we jog for 5 minutes without rest. We will add some strengthening excercises soon to assist in our progress. Always track your workouts. This helps you review your progess and keeps you motivated. I use a desk calendar mounted on the wall behind my door. Everyday I log my workout and file the month in a shoe box when complete. I can look back over the months and get ideas for workouts and so on. I also like http://www.runningahead.com/ . I was using this online running log consistantly while training for local road races the last couple of years. Look at my stats under username wildcat566 and review my workouts, favorite courses and race performances. Go to community and then browse user logs. You can create charts and graphs, track mileage, review past workouts, etc. Very nice tool. Good luck this week on your journey to total body fitness!