Leg Day 1

04/10/2017

We all have THAT picture right? That picture where we were in the best shape of our lives and we look back and say, “dang, I was fit, why didn’t I appreciate it while I was there?”. If you don’t have that picture, I’m sure you have plenty of picture of fitspo that you look at and think “why can’t that be me”.

This Monday, I’m saying enough talking, let’s start doing.

My picture is from 6 months ago at my bachelorette where I was probably in the best shape of my life physically and mentally (which both contribute to a healthy you). In prepping for my wedding I was pulling out all the stops and trying out new workouts get the most out of my time in the gym. Because I have a full time job and like to make homemade dinners every night, I have to balance not spending too much time in the gym and making the most of the time I do have.

In getting creative to make that happen, I ended up creating this leg day workout which is a great combination of legs, HIIT and most importantly…. booty. The great thing about this workout is that you can do it at home and in thirty minutes if you’re crunched on time (or make it longer if you can!). There’s also a few variations that you can try out so that it always stays a challenge.

I’ve included a few of those variations below based upon your fitness level, because anywhere you are starting is great. I’ve also linked my workout gear because I’ve certainly found that having cute gear that you love certainly helps 🙂

Look out J.Lo. ‘Bout to have some body doubles on deck.

LEG DAY 1

WARM UP

I recommend getting the heart rate started by either jumping rope or interval sprints

BEGINNER

15 Minutes interval sprints – 15 seconds on, 45 seconds off at the highest speed you can sprint at

STEADY

30 Minutes interval sprints – 15 seconds on, 45 second off at the highest speed you can sprint

ADVANCED

30 Minutes interval sprints – 30 seconds on, 45 seconds off at the highest speed you can sprint

CIRCUIT

10 Jump Squats
10 Dead Lifts (with weights)
10 Lunge Jumps
10 Goblet Squats (with weight)
10 Wide Jump Squats
10 Lunge Pulse Step (each side)
30 Donkey Kicks

Minimal rest in between. Repeat 3-5 times with 2 minutes rest in between circuits. Looking for an additional challenge? Add ankle weights 🙂

Picture tutorial and links to the workout gear below. Feel free to comment below if you have questions or you can Youtube most of these. Now get out there and kick your own butt today!