The Killer Body Workout for Summer
Our workout, developed by an exercise physiologist, is based on the latest fitness research to truly get you into shape fast (which is good, because the weather is already heating up).
By Corrie Pikul
Sprinters
After mastering this cardio-and-strength combo, you'll feel as body-confident in your shorts as professional sprinters are in their racing briefs.
1. Begin in a half-kneeling position with your right foot forward and left leg back, and bend both elbows.
2. Keeping your abs engaged, draw your left arm forward and your right arm back, like you're about to take off in a race.
3. Exhale as you drive your left knee and right arm forward and up.
4. Hold this position briefly before returning to your starting position.
5. Repeat on the same side for 15 seconds, then switch to the other arm and leg.
6. Not hard enough for you? Matthews suggests kicking up the intensity by rising up onto the toes of the standing leg.
1. Begin in a half-kneeling position with your right foot forward and left leg back, and bend both elbows.
2. Keeping your abs engaged, draw your left arm forward and your right arm back, like you're about to take off in a race.
3. Exhale as you drive your left knee and right arm forward and up.
4. Hold this position briefly before returning to your starting position.
5. Repeat on the same side for 15 seconds, then switch to the other arm and leg.
6. Not hard enough for you? Matthews suggests kicking up the intensity by rising up onto the toes of the standing leg.
Published 06/03/2013
As a reminder, always consult your doctor for medical advice and treatment before starting any program.