Are you starting to feel more toned and tight from our first 2 trouble spot workouts? In case you missed them, check out how to tone your tummy and your butt. This week we complete the program by tackling our arms!
Your arms are actually one of the few parts of your body that doesn’t go through major change during pregnancy, but the normal weight gain that comes along with growing a baby may have left you with a wiggly wave. You know the kind I mean, when you wave and then your arm keeps waving? To get rid of the extra fat and tone those guns, it takes the same 3 keys: toning, cardio, and healthy eating.
Let’s talk about toning for a minute. Many women are afraid of lifting weights or doing push-ups for fear of ending up with hulk arms. Good news, women simply don’t have enough testosterone to bulk up like men do (even when you lift heavy weights). So don’t be afraid to really challenge yourself with the strength exercises below, you’ll end up with the toned tight arms you desire, no hulks in sight! Plus, strong arms are really a necessity for motherhood. Have you lifted a car seat carrier lately? The everyday tasks of mothering include lots of lifting, pulling, and pushing. The moves below will strength all the muscles in your arms and shoulders to prepare you for your daily life as a mom.
For this workout you’ll need:
As with any exercise plan, be sure to get your doctor’s clearance before starting a new activity.
Put your baby in the Ergobaby Baby Carrier. For 1 minute, march in place and pump your arms to raise your body temperature and prepare for the workout. Then switch to a step touch for another minute and swing the arms as you move. Repeat both moves again for a total of 4 minutes.
We are going to alternate between 1 minute of cardio and 1 minute of strength, so get your timer ready.
Take 1 minute to rest and then repeat these 5 exercises once more.
Finish by stretching as your baby lies nearby on the floor and rehydrate.
So there you have it! You now have a complete workout program to tackle your trouble spots and help you fit back into those pre-pregnancy jeans. Here are two options for how to combine the workouts to get the best results.
Start out with this level and repeat for 2 weeks.
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
Core workout | -Rest- | Butt workout | -Rest- | Arms workout | -Rest- | Walk |
After week 2, progress to level 2 and continue to add more challenge by increasing the intensity of your workouts.
Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | Sunday |
Core workout | Butt workout | Arms workout | -Rest- | Core workout | Butt workout | Arms workout |
When you feel like you are ready for more, feel free to sign up for a more detailed plan. Here’s to a healthy and happy new year!
Please use caution when attempting any of the carries, exercise or activities highlighted on this blog. Please use common sense and caution when using a Carrier. You should consult a physician before starting any diet or exercise program. For more information, see our Disclaimer. For some of the exercises, it is important for your baby to have good head control, modify or skip exercises as needed to keep things safe for you and your baby.
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