Work out schedule critique

hkystar
hkystar Posts: 1,290 Member
edited September 2024 in Fitness and Exercise
I was wondering if anyone could provide some tips to improve my workout routine. I have about an hour a day to devote to my workouts and I am serious about getting the most of out of my workouts. Due to the nature of my plantar faciitis I am still not able to run for another 2-3 weeks (still adjusting to the arch supports). I am trying to get into a good shape to play rugby again after 6 years of not playing (I know its a running sport but I have all summer to get to that point).

Materials: I have a treadmill at home, I have a small gym at work with weights and other aerobic machines. I have a wii fit at home. I do not own any exercise videos, but I have a netflix account.

Mon - strength training (small reps at heavy weights)
Tues/Wed - cardio (45 mins on a treadmill) small incline at about 3.5-3.8mph or random hill setting
Thurs - strength again
Friday - rest/recover
Sat - 1-3 hours of softball
Sun - nothing planned

Any feedback would be GREATLY appreciated!

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  • superstarcassie
    superstarcassie Posts: 296 Member
    Why not add cardio to the strength days? Do a warm-up, then lift, then cardio. It will help you burn more as well!
  • kcampbell111
    kcampbell111 Posts: 14
    Hi there, if it helps, I find that if I do more reps with lighter weights, I get more out of my workout and you will feel the difference. Try your schedule that you listed, with more reps with lighter weights, and and on the off days, maybe walk for your cardio, since you can't run yet.

    I have been working with a trainer, and she has me on a 20-20-20 program: 20 minutes of weight training (legs/arms), 20 minutes of abs and 20 minutes of cardio. Perhaps that may be a way to change it up for you.

    Hope you foot heals up soon!
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