If you saw the “Biggest Loser” last night you might have seen the “trainer tip” explained by Jillian. In that very short clip; she describes how to use a deck of cards to give yourself a difficult workout in a short amount of time. Here are the guidelines to use jacks, kings and queens to get lean.
Take a deck of cards and do the number of repetitions that appear on that card:
- 2 through 10 – Do that many repetitions
- Face cards – Do 10 repetitions
- Ace – One minute break
With each card you’ll also alternate your movements:
- Diamonds – Push-ups
- Hearts – Lunges
- Spades – Crunches
- Clubs – Reverse Crunch (source)
Don’t stop until you’ve finished all 52 cards!
If this doesn’t seems to motivate you enough then try these fitness cards released by Jillian Michaels. Each card has a different exercise. It comes in a convenient deck so you can take them to the gym.
Hot Bod in a Box packages Jillian’s tough and energetic approach to fitness in a deck filled with portable exercise cards that you can mix and match for a customized workout. These go-anywhere cards are perfect for throwing in your gym bag, car, or purse. The cards feature full-color photographs of Jillian demonstrating each exercise.
Whether you chose Jillian’s version or the standard deck of cards; picking new ways to motivate yourself will keep you on the track to a healthy life style. Workouts should never be boring. Always seek out new ways to challenge yourself and keep the interest alive in your routines.
Adria Ali
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