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Clare Smith

Training Body & Soul

“In a Hustle” Holiday Workout and Hoppin’ Holiday Workout Playlist!

December 5, 2013

I know that this time of year is CRAZY! We have extra parties to attend, shopping to fit in, Christmas cards to address, and volunteering to be done, so one of the first things we tend to leave out is our workout! Many of you are determined to keep this in check thanks to our holiday challenge, “21 days to a Hunger-Free (& Healthy!) Holiday “, but for those of you who need some additional motivation, maybe this will help!

You’ve heard many times that quick, intense workouts do a great job in regards to your health–and I’ve found this to be true in my own life! Sometmes you just can’t hit a home run, but making a hit to first base is what you can do–and that’s just fine! Here is an 18 minute routine that you can do on your own as soon as those little feet hit the floor! I was going to make a video, but since extra time isn’t something I have right now, that isn’t happening. Ha! Blast your own music, OR, use this Christmas playlist I created! I tried to get some fun, up-tempo music that you may not usually choose. These songs are all done by Christian groups or musicians!

Enjoy!

 

Hoppin' Holiday Workout Playlist: www.claresmith.me

Or grab playlist from iTunes!

 

And now, onto the workout!

The image below is just a quick reference for you. Read below for details on each move if you aren’t sure of them!

You will need a timer of some sorts and a pair of dumbbells. (A light and heavy pair would be awesome, but if you don’t have both, then it’s not necessary) You will want to do each exercise in each circuit for 45 seconds without stopping. Don’t sacrifice form and rest when you need at ANY time. Rest for 15 seconds before you move to the next exercise!

(Right click and download the image to your computer or phone, or screensnap it on your smartphone for reference!)

"In a Hustle" Holiday Workout: www.claresmith.me

Warm-Up

1.) Jumping Jack, Jog in place, Squat with circle knee

Circuit 1

1.) Curtsy Lunge with shoulder raises

2.) Skater Taps

Circuit 2

1.) Rear Lunge Kick with bicep curl

2.) Weighted Jumping Jack: Take one weight and press it into the air as you do a jumping jack.

Circuit 3

 1.) Burpee/Renegade Row/Push-Up

2.) “W” Hops: Hop left, center, right,center, left and repeat.

"W" Hops | peak313.com

3.) Weighted Plank Pull

Circuit 4

1.) Alternating Punches

2.) Cross Jab with a knee (Make sure you do both sides!)

Cross Jab with a Knee | peak313.com

3.) Knee Drive (right and left side)

Knee Drive | peak313.com

Circuit 5

1.) “The Hover”

2.) Thread Thru Needle

 

♥♥♥

Remember, you do not have to sacrifice your health during this season! There are very practical ways to keep you in the game if you want it! What are some of your tips to keep you moving during the holidays?

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Filed Under: Featured, Fitness, Good Living, Printables, Train Hard Tagged With: exercise, weights 8 Comments

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  1. Liz says

    December 5, 2013 at 12:54 pm

    That is an awesome play list. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  2. Mandy Kelly says

    December 5, 2013 at 3:51 pm

    Thanks for the play list! 🙂 Cant wait to check them out! Also- for the awesome, quick, workout (this is even great for days when you are running behind or need to squeeze something in – 20 minutes is better then no minutes!) BTW….LOVE the Christmas socks! 🙂 <3

    Reply
  3. Kristine says

    December 5, 2013 at 6:29 pm

    I just LOVE THIS!!!

    THANKS FOR SHARING GIRL!!

    YOU ALWAYS MAKE ME SMILE!!!

    xoxo
    Kristine

    Reply
  4. Dana says

    December 6, 2013 at 12:05 am

    Is your playlist something I can download directly from Itunes or is a suggestion of songs to purchase.

    Reply
    • Clare says

      December 6, 2013 at 6:45 am

      If you click the iTunes box above, you can link directly to there and purchase. (As long as it’s working!) If not, you will just have to go into iTunes separately and search from there!

      Reply
  5. Elli says

    December 6, 2013 at 8:03 am

    Thank you for all the time you spend putting together these very useful and actually do-able workouts!

    Oh, and Aaron Shust’s “O Come, O Come Emmanuel” is a great workout/running song!

    Reply
  6. Sherry Roscoe says

    December 11, 2013 at 9:52 pm

    Thanks so much for these fabulous workouts! I still use my full-body treadmill workout all the time! You do a fantastic job and I will try the above, doubling it if I have extra time!
    You are a blessing.

    Reply

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  1. Get Fit: Beat the Holiday Pudge says:
    May 25, 2014 at 6:35 pm

    […] quick, high intensity workouts you can do – no equipment needed. This is my favorite one from peak313.com. If you aren’t sure of the moves, check out her site! She has photos, videos, and walk-thrus […]

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