Doing the classes at Inspired Fitness with all my favorite ladies is by far my most favorite way to get in a workout. But sometimes I do enjoy getting outside, soaking up the sunshine and changing it up a little. I met up with my sister Claire to take her though our Park Workout.
Sunday afternoon and nothing to do? Taking the kids to the park and want to get in something for you to? Now you can follow along with our routine to help you get ideas of how to use regular park equipment to get in an effective workout!
-Start with a jog to warm up. Try for at least a lap around the whole park.
-We started with calf raises to stretch and get the legs working. Stand on the curb and let your heels hang off the back for more range of motion as you lift your heels up and then lower down.
-Still working legs, find a bench (we used the skate park) Place on foot up and step the other out as you lower your hips down to a squat. Go for 20 on one side then switch and do the other.
More Cardio- Take the heart rate back up by standing next to a curb, feet a little wider then hip width a part. Bend the knees and jump up to the curb, then jump back down. Maybe stop and do this between every couple of exercises.
Bench Dips- Sit on a bench or the bottom of the slide. Place your hands next to your sides as you lift and move your hips forward. Just bending at the elbows, lower your hips down and then back up. Should feel your triceps working. Go for 3 sets of 12
Pop up and hold yourself in a plank position. You can be on the ground or you can elevate your feet to make your push ups a little more intense. Go for 10 pushups, then hold your plank again for another 10 seconds.
Last one for arms- monkey bar pull ups. We didn't have a monkey bar to use, so we went with this tire on the playground. Get a nice grip, walk your feet in, again standing hip width a part. Lean back, then pull your chest forward toward the bar and back again. 3 sets of 12
Abs! V-Sit ups, Find a nice spot on the grass and lay on your back with your legs extended forward and arms back. Raise your arms and legs as you fold up in a "V" and then lower back down- Stop just before touching the grass.
Finish up your core work with leg lifts and hanging sit ups. (Careful getting down from your hanging sit ups! This bar was pretty high off the ground)
Make sure you save time to stretch after your workout! Give the park workout a go and let me know how you do! Stay updated on all the outdoors activities with Inspired Fitness! Hikes and park workouts happening at least once a month!
