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Workout schedule ... what shout I do...?

shelbymckerrell
shelbymckerrell Posts: 7
edited February 20 in Fitness and Exercise
Hello!
So I have been having a bit of a dilemma with trying to figure out what type of workout schedule or plan would be the most effective..
Currently my schedule looks like this:
Monday: Full Body (1000 calorie workout, Insanity, Zumba, HIIT etc)
Tuesday :Core
Wednesday: Full Body (1000 calorie workout, Insanity, Zumba, HIIT etc)
Thursday: Arms
Friday: Full Body (1000 calorie workout, Insanity, Zumba, HIIT etc)
Saturday: option day (I usually do yoga)
Sunday: Day off

The reason why I am concerned is due to the fact that I don’t have a full day for legs… however, Insanity, Zumba, HIIT (High Intensity Interval Training) and all other full body workouts, workout your legs a little. I don’t want to be that person that doesn’t focus the appropriate amount of time on my legs and then end up with a toned upper body and core and then flabby, un-toned legs.

I was thinking about changing it to:
Monday: Core
Tuesday: (1000 calorie workout, Insanity, Zumba, HIIT etc)
Wednesday: Arms
Thursday: (1000 calorie workout, Insanity, Zumba, HIIT etc)
Friday: Legs
Saturday: Option day
Sunday: Off

(However, this makes me a little nervous because there is less time put towards cardio and working out the entire body ... ie calorie burn and balanced toning)

Is my workout schedule okay or should I change it up a bit? I have also thought about taking two days off a week but every time I attempt to do it, I just really want to work out.

I know you probably think that I am super crazy but having it all planned out keeps me motivated and knowing if I am doing the right thing helps me as well
I just want to see what everyone here thinks!

Thank you!

Replies

  • shields1847
    shields1847 Posts: 14 Member
    what are your goals?
  • DavPul
    DavPul Posts: 61,406 Member
    IF THE FULL BODY WORKOUT INCLUDES YOUR LEGS I THINK YOU'LL BE FINE
  • MyChocolateDiet
    MyChocolateDiet Posts: 22,281 Member
    I don't know but you definitely shouldn't "shout"....that's hardly ever constructive.
  • shelbymckerrell
    shelbymckerrell Posts: 7
    My goal is to get in good enough shape to complete a triathlon as well as I am completing my application for the police services in my city and I need to a) Pass the fitness exam and b) stay in really good shape haha
  • LiftAllThePizzas
    LiftAllThePizzas Posts: 17,857 Member
    I find Fus Roh Dah is the best shout. It really works the diaphragm and produces some killer DOMS the next day. Just be sure you find a place where you aren't hitting people with it, especially the city guards.
  • shields1847
    shields1847 Posts: 14 Member
    my advice would be a lower body upper body split.

    Monday: Upper body
    Tuesday: Lower Body
    Wednesday: Off/cardio
    Thursday: Upper Body
    Friday: Lower Body
    Weekend: Off/cardio

    take an extra day off if you feel you're over training

    here's some more info

    http://www.bodybuilding.com/fun/four_day_training_split.htm
  • rayofsunshine2368
    rayofsunshine2368 Posts: 108 Member
    Hi, If you belong to a gym see if they have a class called Body works or Body sculpting. calastenics does burn a lot of calories. I do 3 cardio and body sculpting and yoga 5 days a week. Also your body needs a break to give it time to repair your muscles. I hope this helps.
  • Platform_Heels
    Platform_Heels Posts: 388 Member
    I'm confused. If you're doing a full body workout why would you need to add in an arm and leg day? Shouldn't you be working those on your full body days?:huh:
  • bc2ct
    bc2ct Posts: 222 Member
    IF THE FULL BODY WORKOUT INCLUDES YOUR LEGS I THINK YOU'LL BE FINE

    I DON'T KNOW WHAT WE'RE YELLING ABOUT!

    But in all seriousness... you can do legs & arms or legs & core or legs & back or whatever in one day. I'm training for a leg-heavy sport so I do 1/2 legs 1/2 some other zone every lifting day (3-4 times a week). Try mixing squats, lunges, power cleans, leg press etc (compound leg exercises rather than those silly ones that focus on a single muscle group) into your lifting and core routines.
  • Trad_Barbie
    Trad_Barbie Posts: 166 Member
    IF THE FULL BODY WORKOUT INCLUDES YOUR LEGS I THINK YOU'LL BE FINE

    I DON'T KNOW WHAT WE'RE YELLING ABOUT!

    But in all seriousness... you can do legs & arms or legs & core or legs & back or whatever in one day. I'm training for a leg-heavy sport so I do 1/2 legs 1/2 some other zone every lifting day (3-4 times a week). Try mixing squats, lunges, power cleans, leg press etc (compound leg exercises rather than those silly ones that focus on a single muscle group) into your lifting and core routines.

    I rock climb. I have to force myself to take days off in between because of the full body work out I receive each time I hit the rock gym. Lol.
  • blues4miles
    blues4miles Posts: 1,481 Member
    I find Fus Roh Dah is the best shout. It really works the diaphragm and produces some killer DOMS the next day. Just be sure you find a place where you aren't hitting people with it, especially the city guards.

    +1
  • lsabeIIe
    lsabeIIe Posts: 566 Member
    I find Fus Roh Dah is the best shout. It really works the diaphragm and produces some killer DOMS the next day. Just be sure you find a place where you aren't hitting people with it, especially the city guards.

    +1


    I agree! Stay away from city guards. Especially the one who took an arrow in the knee !!
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