Rockin’ Mama FIT: Circuit Workout #1

I am so excited to finally launch our Rockin’ Mama FIT series.  A couple of weeks ago we hopped in the studio to film a 20 min prenatal fitness video, a 20 minute prenatal yoga video and three FIT circuits.  But I can’t wait for them to be finished in editing…so I’m releasing my first series of FIT circuits!

I wanted to design a program for mamas that was effective, challenging AND that you can FIT into your schedule!!!

While I’m currently very clearly pregnant, and all these exercises are safe for active mamas in all trimesters, they are also great for anyone who just wants to fit a quick total body workout into their busy life.

Here’s how it works:

Each circuit contains 4 exercises (lower body, upper body, cardio and core).

Do each of the four exercises for 1 minute.  Rest for 1 minute.  Repeat the entire circuit 2-3 more times depending on what you can FIT in.

You can do your circuits all at once or do a 5 minute quickie as many times as you can FIT in throughout the day.

Exercise #1.  Curtsy Lunge

Exercise #2:  Down dog into Triceps Push-up (option to do on knees or full push up) 

Exercise #3: Boat Pose (option to modify by keeping legs down and/or hands behind thighs) 

Exercise #4: Alternating Leg Lifts in Attitude

 

Lindsey is an ACSM Certified Personal Trainer, 200hr Yoga Instructor, Prenatal/Postpartum Yoga Instructor, Trainer for Dailyburn.com and Prenatal/Postpartum Fitness Specialist based in Los Angeles.

*Disclaimer: You should consult your physician or other health care professional before starting this or any other fitness program to determine if it is right for your needs. This is particularly true if you (or your family) have a history of high blood pressure or heart disease, or if you have ever experienced chest pain when exercising or have experienced chest pain in the past month when not engaged in physical activity, smoke, have high cholesterol, are obese, or have a bone or joint problem that could be made worse by a change in physical activity. Do not start this fitness program if your physician or health care provider advises against it. If you experience faintness, dizziness, pain or shortness of breath at any time while exercising you should stop immediately.