(Part.1) Friday’s “People Like You” Podcast: Sean Crumpler (Ep. #1)

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This episode is especially for you if you:

  • wanna hit the “reset” button on your fitness lifestyle,
  • wanna take small steps,
  • have dealt with injury setbacks,
  • are ready to be honest with yourself

 

 

 

 

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A SPECIAL THANKS: To Sean for coming on and opening up about his desire to continue to live a healthier lifestyle!! ??

“What Time Should I Workout”?

“What time should I workout” is a common question asked for successful workout results.The best time you should workout varies from person to person. Today’s video gives clarity whether you should workout in the morning or if you should workout in the evenings.

 

For more, check out my blog post on the importance of exercise consistency: https://dailyfitboost.com/why-we-struggle-with-workout-consistency/

How Do You Do HIIT Training?

How do you do HIIT training? Simple! HIIT training is something that you can tailor to your own training needs. Today’s video covers the benefit of HIIT training, as well as how to construct your own HIIT training routine at home! H.I.I.T. Workouts!

 

Don’t know where to start? Try the following workouts!:

 

BEGINNER:

 

Body weight exercise #1 – 30 seconds “on”/30 seconds REST (3 rounds)

 

Body weight exercise #2 – 30 seconds “on”/30 seconds REST (3 rounds)

 

Body weight exercise #3 – 30 seconds “on”/30 seconds REST (3 rounds)

 

 

INTERMEDIATE:

 

Body weight exercise #1 – 45 seconds “on”/20 seconds REST (3 rounds)

 

Body weight exercise #2 – 45 seconds “on”/20 seconds REST (3 rounds)

 

Body weight exercise #3 – 45 seconds “on”/20 seconds REST (3 rounds)

 

Body weight exercise #4 – 45 seconds “on”/20 seconds REST (3 rounds)

 

 

ADVANCED:

 

Body weight exercise #1 – 60 seconds “on”/15 seconds REST (3 rounds)

 

Body weight exercise #2 – 60 seconds “on”/15 seconds REST (3 rounds)

 

Body weight exercise #3 – 60 seconds “on”/15 seconds REST (3 rounds)

 

Body weight exercise #4 – 60 seconds “on”/15 seconds REST (3 rounds)

 

Body weight exercise #5 – 60 seconds “on”/15 seconds REST (3 rounds)

How To Stretch Lower Back Muscles!

How To Stretch Lower Back Muscles is an essential part of taking care of your lower back. Today’s video discusses 3 simple ways on how to stretch lower back muscles.

 

Additional Tip!: Try using a heat pain before you stretch!

HIIT Cardio Benefits

HIIT cardio benefits can be an extreme motivator during regular cardio sessions to burn fat. HIIT cardio benefits become even more essential when you are pressed for time. Today’s video covers the benefits of HIIT cardio as a key component along your exercise journey!

 

Benefits of HIIT:

 

-Increases metabolic rate

 

-Burns LOTS of calories in a short period of time

 

-Increases metabolic rate

 

-Helps decrease blood sugar

 

-Great way to burn fat

 

-Improve oxygen consumption (over time)

 

-Reduce heart rate and blood pressure

Wall Squat Benefits!

Wall Squat Benefits are essential for the overall stability of our legs, hips and core. A wall squat performed correctly also has benefits for our lower back and full body posture!

 

(**DISCLAIMER**: For those with chronic knee pain, make sure to squat down at your own comfort level to ensure taking unnecessary pressure off your knees.)

 

FIT BOOST CHALLENGE!: See if you can hold a Wall Squat for:

 

Day 1: 10 seconds

 

Day 2: 20 seconds

 

Day 3: 30 seconds

 

Day 4: 40 seconds

 

Day 5: 50 seconds

 

Day 6: 60 seconds

 

Day 7: 70 seconds

 

Day 8: 80 seconds

 

Day 9: 90 seconds

 

Day 10: 100 seconds!

 

Benefits of Wall Sits:

 

-Build strong quads legs!

 

-Great for posture correction (from sitting all day)

 

-Helps build stamina

 

-Increases focus and concentration

 

-Increases balance

 

-Increases core stabilization

Proper Driving Position

Proper Driving Position is CRITICAL to preventing neck, shoulder, elbow, and back pain! Today we go into what proper driving position is and why 90% of drivers need to adjust their driving position. Here’s how you can correct muscle imbalances by using proper driving position.

All Natural Weight Loss Supplements!

All natural weight loss supplements is something that many people turn to as an alternative to synthetic weight loss supplements. You’ll be surprised at how some of the best all natural weight loss supplements are more simple than you think!

 

FIBER-BASED FOODS:

-FRUITS: bananas, oranges, apples, mangoes, strawberries, raspberries

 

-VEGETABLES: (Generally, the darker the color, the higher the fiber content) Carrots, beets, broccoli, collard greens, swiss chard, spinach, artichokes, potatoes (russet, red, and sweet)

 

-BEANS & LEGUMES: Beans and legumes are flavorful, fiber-filled additions to salads, soups, and chilis. Navy, white, garbanzo, kidney, peas, or lentils are all healthy choices.

 

-GRAINS AND CEREALS: Try bulgur wheat, brown rice, wild rice, and barley instead of white rice. Look for cereals with 5 or more grams of fiber per serving.

 

*Remember: The goal is to supplement some of these foods as a part of your regular meals so that you remain full longer throughout the day. You’ll gain weight if you eat too much of ANYTHING, including these foods, so check out the weight loss article below for some “Smarter Eating” tips 🙂