My High Stress Rotation

[nancy324]

I'm going through a period of high stress and getting a bit out of shape for lack of time and energy. But I've found a rotation I can stick to during this period because it works with my schedule and doesn't require too much time or concentration. But I'm getting down on myself because I don't think it's enough and I need a reality check. Is it enough to stay fit during this rough spell?

Saturday Treadmill cardio 45 mins. and 1st half of Power Hour
Sunday Treadmill cardio 45 mins. and 2nd half of Power Hour
Mon Off
Tues Power Hour legs
Wed Power Hour chest and back
Thurs Power Hour shoulders and biceps
Fri Power Hour triceps and abs

Power Hour is one of the few workouts that is so much fun, I actually look forward to doing it. It moves quickly, doesn't require lots of time or concentration, and the music is the best by far of any workout.

Being an all or nothing person, I have trouble convincing myself that this rotation is better than nothing, so I could use a little reality check.

-Nancy

 

[Mckmain]

I do hate those high stress times......this rotation looks good though. I believe you could stay fit with it, especially doing a workout you really enjoy.......Carole

 

[Shaz]

It's good that you've found something that will keep you moving when you have low motivation/energy/time etc.

When I have less time or motivation or I haven't worked out consistently for a while, I like to do circuit workouts like Bootcamp and cardio & weights for a couple of weeks. This way, I get a bit of everything (cardio, weight training for each muscle, core work, and a stretch). I don't feel so bad about missing days when I do this. Plus, these workouts really burn calories at a time when I'm not so good with my diet.:9

Sharon

 

[Gayle]

Hi Nancy,

This looks like a good rotation. I think Power Hour is one of Cathe's harder total body workouts - there isn't one body part segment on it that I'd call easy. I split it up quite often.

Definitely worth doing.