20 Minute Home Per Round HIIT Boot Camp Workout: No Equipment

Hi Everyone!

I have a brand new workout for you today! Today’s workout is a 20-Minute Per Round HIIT. This is a workout that Jesse and I did with our Boot Camp Class. During the class we do two rounds of the workout, plus a 10-Minute Warm Up and 10-Minute Cool Down.

You can do whatever fits your schedule, and go for one round, or repeat it up to 3X. I went through it once tonight. It felt great. I was sure to pace myself, and I still got in a good burn (150 Calories in 20-Minutes). I mention at the end of the video, when I go full out during my 20-Minute workouts I typically burn between 200-240 Calories per round. Your effort level will definitely impact your burn.

19 weeks & 4 days pregnant! In the last photo I am doing a transverse core hold (think of it as using your core muscles to hug & support your baby from every angle). This move helps prevent (and heal!) abdominal separation-diastasis recti.

I will be 20-Weeks Pregnant in just one day! Half way through! People are very interested in the core exercises I am doing. The one core specific exercise I do daily is a transverse core hold. You can see in the last photo above that I am pulling in my core to support the baby. This is a great exercise for strengthening your core, which will help ease labor, ease back pain, and decrease your chances of developing Diastasis Recti (abdominal separation). It does not hurt the baby at all, and it is great for your core. I am still approved by my doctor for all ab exercises (including ones where I lay on my back) until I am 5 Months pregnant. That said, I incorporate core moves into my full body workouts, but I have not done any core specific workouts.

I hope you enjoy today’s workout! Be sure to push yourself! I provide low impact variations for each exercise in the video. Choose whichever option is right for you!

We have our Anatomy Scan Ultrasound on Wednesday & I can’t wait to see Baby Bender. We are going to find out the gender of our baby this weekend with our families (unless baby is shy).

Have fun with the workout,
Melissa

Set Your Interval Timer for 15 Rounds of 30/50.
*30-Seconds Cardio of Choice Between Each Exercise-High Knees, Burpees or Jump Rope.*

Walk the Plank
Side Plank Reach-Right
Side Plank Reach-Left
Heel Tap Plank
Knee Cross Plank
Squat Jump
Lunge Jump
X-Jump
Pendulum Squat Jump
Plie Jump
Tricep Pushup-Right
Tricep Pushup-Left
Reverse Plank Leg Lift
Spiderman Plank or Pushup
Leg Lift Pushup

Repeat 1-3X
Optional: Pair with 30-Minutes Cardio of Choice.

Walk the Plank: Part 1

Walk the Plank: Part 2

Side Plank Reach: Part 1

Side Plank Reach: Part 2

Heel Tap Plank

Knee Cross Plank

Squat Jump: Part 1

Squat Jump: Part 2

Lunge Jump: Part 1

Lunge Jump: Part 2

X-Jump: Part 1

X-Jump: Part 2

Pendulum Squat Jump: Part 1

Pendulum Squat Jump: Part 2

Pendulum Squat Jump: Part 3

Plie Jump: Part 1

Plie Jump: Part 2

Tricep Pushup

Reverse Plank Leg Lift: Part 1

Reverse Plank Leg Lift: Part 2

Spiderman Plank

Leg Lift Pushup: Part 1

Leg Lift Pushup: Part 2

16-Minute Stomach Toning Fat Burn Workout

Hi Everyone!

Today’s workout combines cardio and moves to sculpt and tone your mid-section. Most people want a tighter tummy, and this workout will help you achieve that.

To get noticeable results you need to burn fat, and strengthen your muscles at the same time. This workout is challenging and will have you sweating! The exercises in this routine were selected to challenge your core from every angle and sculpt a lean mid-section.

Tonight is a Boot Camp night for me, so Jesse and I will be teaching a 40-Minute HIIT (separated into two 20-Minute Rounds that are repeated) workout with a 10-Minute Warm up and 10-Minute Cool Down.

I hope you enjoy today’s workout! Have fun with it, but push hard and work up a sweat. Remember, during HIIT you should be pushing hard and breathing heavy. The goal is to get in as many reps as possible during each interval with good form. If it’s to difficult to maintain form during the timed workout, you can switch it up and do the workout for reps instead.

Enjoy!
Melissa

PS You can also find me on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter. You can find Jesse’s Instagram account @BenderCrosby1.

Click the link to get your own Gymboss Interval Timer!

Set your Interval Timer for 16 rounds of 10/50 seconds.

Beginner: 10 Reps
Intermediate: 15 Reps
Advanced: 20 Reps
*High Knees or Jump Rope: 60 Seconds or 150 Reps.

1. High Knees or Jump Rope
2. Mountain Climbers
3. Temple Tap Abs
4. Walking Pushups
5. High Knees or Jump Rope
6. Mountain Climbers
7. Angel Abs
8. Plank Crunch
9. High Knees or Jump Rope
10. Mountain Climbers
11. V-Up
12. Knee Drop Plank
13. High Knees or Jump Rope
14. Mountain Climbers
15. Hip Lift Toe Touch
16. Spiderman Plank Extension

Repeat 1-3X

Optional: Pair with 30-Minutes Cardio of Choice

Full Body Workout: Sweat & HIIT (15 Minutes Per Round-Fat Burner)

Hi Everyone!

I hope you’re ready to workout today! We finished up my 4-Week Workout Challenge this weekend, but it’s important to keep your momentum going and stay consistent with your workouts.

If you are looking for the 4-Week Workout Challenge you can find it here: 4-Week Workout Challenge: Workout Schedule & Sample Meal Plan.

This workout begins with a 5 minute Jump Rope Cardio Blast. Personally, I find jump rope very challenging. It’s easier for me to run hard for 5 minutes, than it is to jump rope. It’s important to challenge yourself. Push yourself to go at a challenging pace and get your heart rate up. Pushing your body to work in a variety of ways will make you stronger. If you don’t have a jump rope you can do rope less jumping & simulate jumping rope with each move.

You can repeat this workout up to 3X. The last exercise I did was a Backbend Lift, but I also show an alternate option: Bridge Glute Squeeze. Only do the back bend if you are physically ready for it. Also, take your time getting up after this exercise, and march in place or do a cool-down between rounds to allow your blood pressure to adjust.

Have fun and enjoy the workout!
Melissa

PS Fit Fashion is from www.affitnity.com. You can get 15% off with the code BenderFitness at checkout.

Click the link to get your own Gymboss Interval Timer!

Set your timer for 15 rounds of 10/50.

1. Jump Rope
2. High Knees Jump Rope
3. Skier Jump Rope
4. Jumping Jacks Jump Rope
5. Singe Leg Jump Rope (alternating)
6. Speed Skater Hop
7. Warrior Lift (right)
8. Warrior Lift (left)
9. Table Kick (right)
10. Table Kick (left)
11. Mountain Climber
12. Side Plank Heel Tap (right)
13. Side Plank Heel Tap (left)
14. Leg/Hip Lift
15. Backbend Lift or Bridge Glute Squeeze

Repeat 1-3X

Optional: Pair with 30-Minutes Cardio of Choice

***Be sure to cool down after the workout!***

Jump Rope

High Knees Jump Rope

Skier Jump Rope

Jumping Jack Jump Rope

Single Leg Jump Rope (alternating)

Speed Skater Hop Part 1 (Alternating)

Speed Skater Hop (Part 2)

Warrior Lift

Table Kick
Instagram Tutorial Here: Table Kick

Mountain Climber

Side Plank Heel Tap
Instagram Video Tutorial Here: Side Plank Heel Tap

Leg/Hip Lift: Part 1

Leg/Hip Lift: Part 2

Glute Squeeze Bridge

Backbend

Fit & Healthy Workout Challenge: Day 21: 23-Minute High Intensity Interval Workout: Full Body Cardio (HIIT)

Hi Everyone!

We are starting Week 4 of my 4-Week Workout Challenge today! I hope you enjoyed your rest day yesterday, because we are going into this week strong! Today’s workout will take 23-Minutes Per Round.

You can repeat this workout 1-2X or pair it with an alternate cardio to make your total workout time between 30-60 Minutes today. This is a high intensity workout that will get you sweaty, especially if you push through and try to get in as many reps as you can with each interval. Be sure to warm up before starting the workout.

Your warm up should be 5-10 minutes of dynamic movements (Jogging, walking, jumping jacks, jump rope, leg swings, etc) to get your heart rate up and your muscles warm. Stretching should be save for after your workout. You don’t want to stretch cold muscles.

Enjoy today’s workout!
Melissa

Max Reps During Each 60 second interval, 30 seconds of High Knees between exercises.

*Beginners start with 30 seconds of max reps, 15 seconds of rest (or high knees) between exercises.
*HIIT workouts are very intense. Push yourself, but also listen to your body and be sure to warm up first.

1. Decline Pushups
2. Double Squat Jump
3. Burpee
4. Reverse Hook Crunch
5. Spiderman Plank
6. Frogger
7. Lunge Jump
8. Surfer
9. Single Leg Frogger
10. Temple Tap Abs
11. Frog Hopper
12. Curtsy Lunge Kick (right)
13. Curtsy Lunge Kick (left)
14. Rotating Side Plank Crunch
15. Squat Twist

Repeat 1-2X

Fit & Healthy Workout Challenge: Day 15: HIIT Full Body Workout: 20-Minutes Per Round

Hi Everyone!

Welcome to Week 3, and Workout #15 of my 4-Week Fit & Healthy Workout Challenge! I hope you’re ready to start the week off right with a great sweat! One Round of today’s workout will take 20-Minutes, but I recommend aiming for 30-60 Minutes total workout time today.

You can repeat this workout 1-3X, or pair it with cardio or an alternate workout of your choice. Be sure to hydrate and compliment your workout schedule with healthy food choices throughout the day.

If you want to Bookmark the Week 2 Workout Schedule you can find it here: Fit & Healthy Workout Challenge: Week 2 Workout Schedule. If you go back and repeat any of the workouts, challenge yourself to push harder and get in more reps than you did the first time around! I find that writing down reps can increase my effort, because I want to beat the score I got the first time around!

I hope that you are having fun with the workouts so far, and feeling great! Let me know how it is going on Instagram or Twitter: @BenderFitness or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MelissaBenderFitness.

Enjoy!
Melissa

PS: Fit Fashion is by www.affitnity.com and you can get 15% off your total purchase with the code BenderFitness at checkout.

Set your Interval Timer for 15 rounds of 30/50 seconds.
Complete 30-Seconds of Cardio between each move.

1. Swimmer
2. Prone X-Reach
3. Pendulum Hop
4. Superman Pushup
5. Cheek to Cheek
6. Curtsy Lunge Kick Alternating (*I only did one side in the video)
7. Low Jack
8. Oblique Pushup
9. Kneeling Side Kick (right)
10. Kneeling Side Kick (left)
11. Plie Jump
12. Alternating Warrior III
13. Stick Situp
14. Extended Pushup/Back Stretch (Pushup Back Stretch)
15. Jumping Jacks

Repeat 1-3X

Swimmer

Prone X-Reach

Pendulum Hop

Superman Pushup (Part 1)

Superman Pushup (Part 2)

Cheek to Cheek

Curtsy Lunge Kick (Part 1)

Curtsy Lunge Kick (Part 2)

Low Jacks

Oblique Pushups

Kneeling Side Kick

Plie Jump

Alternating Warrior III

Stick Situp

Extended Pushup/Backbend Stretch

Fit & Healthy Workout Challenge: Day 13: Glutes that Salute Workout Combo

Hi Everyone!

Welcome to Day 13 of my 4-Week Workout Challenge! I hope you’re ready to work your lower body! I have two workout videos for you today. The first video is done for reps and the second video is done for time. I like mixing up the challenge, because you maximize the strength & shape benefits, while burning fat at the same time.

In the first workout I use two 20-pound dumbbells. You can use whatever weight is challenging for you. You will also need a chair or something to put your foot up on for the Split Squats. In the first video I did a box jump, if you don’t have anything to jump on to, do a Squat Jump instead. Remember, there is always a way to modify!

Split Squat

I am planning of filming a couple of new workouts this weekend! I am currently 4-Months pregnant and feeling great! I hope you are enjoying the workout challenge! We are almost done with Week 2! Let me know how you are doing on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MelissaBenderFitness. You can also check in on Instagram or Twitter: @BenderFitness

Have fun!
Melissa

PS: Fit Fashion is from www.affitnity.com and you can get 15% off your total order with the code BenderFitness at checkout.

Beginner: 10 reps
Intermediate: 15 reps
Advanced: 20 reps

1. Kettlebell (or Dumbbell) Swings
2. Warrior Deadlift Press (right)
3. Warrior Deadlift Press (left)
4. Squat
5. Box Jump (or Squat Jump)
6. Split Squat (right) (half reps)
7. Split Squat (left) (half reps)
8. Leg Extension (prone)

Repeat 1-3X

Click the link to get your own Gymboss Interval Timer!
Set your timer for 10 rounds of 30/50.

*During Each 30 Second Cardio Interval complete the Kettlebell Swing, High Knees, Jump Rope or Ropeless Jumping.

-Cardio Interval
1. Jump Squat
-Cardio Interval
2. Warrior Kick (right)
-Cardio Interval
3. Warrior Kick (left)
-Cardio Interval
4. Pendulum Chair (right)
-Cardio Interval
5. Pendulum Chair (left)
-Cardio Interval
6. Plie Jump
-Cardio Interval
7. Runners Lunge Lift (right)
-Cardio Interval
8. Runners Lunge Lift (left)
-Cardio Interval
9. Table Leg Abduction (right)
-Cardio Interval
10. Table Leg Abduction (left)

Repeat 1-3X
Optional: Pair with 15-30 Minutes Cardio of Choice.

Fit & Healthy DietBet Exercise Challenge: Day 8: 18-Minute HIIT Fat Burn: Cardio Blasting Body Sculpt Workout

Hi Everyone!

Welcome to Day 8, and Week 2, of my Fit & Healthy DietBet Workout Challenge. Today’s workout will take 18-Minutes per round. Aim for a total workout time of 60-Minutes today. You can repeat this up to 3X, or pair 1-2 Rounds with cardio of choice to hit your 60-Minute Workout goal.

You can find all of the Week 1 Challenge Workouts here: Fit & Healthy Exercise Challenge: Week 1 Workout Schedule.

Be sure to warm-up before today’s workout, and cool down after the workout. For a warm-up you should do 5-10 minutes of dynamic exercises (jump rope, jumping jacks, jogging, leg swings, etc) to get your body warm & ready to work at a high level of intensity. The warm-up will actually help you increase your calorie burn during the workout.

For your cool down, be sure to do some gentle jumping jacks, or jogging in place to let your heart rate calm down. Then you can finish with some stretching.

This workout is a fantastic cardio burning and muscle sculpting routine. I used two 15-pound dumbbells. You can choose whatever amount of weight is appropriate for you, or perform the exercises with body weight only. The weights do increase the intensity & burn, so I definitely recommend using them if they are available.

Here are links to some healthy recipe ideas for the week:

Honey Balsamic Brussel Sprouts Recipe

Savory Roasted Butternut Squash Recipe

Balsamic Chicken with Mashed Sweet Potatoes

Shrimp & Rice Stuffed Acorn Squash

Have fun with today’s workout! Push yourself & start week 2 of the challenge right! I have been seeing great comments and results in the DietBet Challenge page! It looks like everyone is on track to hitting their goal! My mom and both of my sister’s are competing in the challenge as well, and they are right on track with you all! Keep up the good work!

Melissa

Equipment: 2 Dumbbells, Chair or Bench

Interval Timer: 18 Rounds of 10/50

Reps:
Beginner: 10 reps, 30 Seconds Cardio Bursts
Intermediate: 15 reps, 40 Seconds Cardio Bursts
Advanced: 20 reps, 50 Seconds Cardio Bursts

High Knees
Burpees
Warrior Deadlift-Right
Warrior Deadlift-Left
High Knees
Burpees
Chair Squat Pendulum Press-Right
Chair Squat Pendulum Press-Left
High Knees
Burpees
Runner’s Lunge Lift-Right
Runner’s Lunge Lift-Left
High Knees
Burpees
Modified Pistol Squat Tap (Sit to Stand)-Right
Modified Pistol Squat Tap (Sit to Stand)-Left
High Knees
Burpees

Repeat 1-3X
Optional: Pair with 30-Minutes Cardio of Choice

High Knees: Run in place, focusing on keeping your core tight and engaged, and driving the knees as high as you can.

Burpee: Part 1: Start in Plank. Hold here or do one pushup.

Burpee: Part 2: Jump your feet forward from plank position. Lift your hands and get ready to spring up.

Burpee: Part 3: Jump as high as you can. Try to touch the ceiling (or sky if you are lucky enough to workout outside!)

Warrior Deadlift: Part 1: Hold Dumbbells in front of you, with your palms facing your body. Keep the core strong and engaged. Extend one leg behind you.

Warrior Deadlift: Part 2: Keep the back flat (most important part of this move!), hinge forward at the hips, let your arms hang in front of your body. Keep your hips closed and your knee & both hip bones pointed toward the floor. Lift from the glutes and hands strings to return to starting position.

Chair to Pendulum Squat & Press: Part 1: Hold a dumbbell at shoulder height. Keep both knees pressing together, and thighs squeezing. Sink your hips backward into chair pose (like you are about to sit on a chair).

Chair to Pendulum Squat & Press: Part 2: Press through your heels to come up from chair pose. Lift your leg into a pendulum swing, keeping your knee facing forward. At the same time, press the dumbbell toward the ceiling. Bring the weight back to your shoulders, and the legs together to return to chair pose.

Runner’s Lunge Lift: Part 1: Start with both feet together. Take a large step backward until you come into a runner’s lunge. Hold a dumbbell between both hands, at shoulder height. For the Runner’s Lunge keep the back leg straight, chest lifted, and your front thigh parallel with the ground.)

Runner’s Lunge Lift: Part 2: From the lunge position lean forward with a flat back. Keeping both feet on the floor, hold onto the weight and place it in front of your foot. Press through the heel of the front leg to lift your back leg/heel toward the ceiling. Use a controlled motion to return the back foot to the ground. Firmly grasp the weight, keeping the back flat, and return to starting position.

Modified Pistol Squat/Sit to Stand: Part 1: Start in standing with your glutes strongly engaged.

Modified Pistol Squat/Sit to Stand: Part 2: Extend one leg in front of you. Press your hip backwards to sit or tap the chair with your butt. Keep the core tight and press through your heel to return to standing.

Fit & Healthy DietBet Challenge: Day 2: Core, Glutes & Cardio Fat Burn-No Equipment Workouts

Hi Everyone!

Welcome to Day 2 of my Fit & Healthy New Year & DietBet Workouts! The Challenge started yesterday, but it isn’t to late to sign up: www.dietbet.com/BenderFitness. You can find the first workout from this challenge here: Fit & Healthy DietBet Challenge: Day 1: 30-Minute Full Body Home Workout & Fat Burn.

Today we have two workouts on our agenda. Both workout videos and breakdowns are below. The first workout is a 20-Minute Low Impact Workout for the Core & Glutes. Don’t let the words Low Impact fool you into thinking it isn’t effective! This workout is designed to create core strength through the front, sides (love handles), and back of your abdomen. This will help align your pelvis, improve your posture, and improve the aesthetics of your midsection.

The second workout is a 10-Minute Intense Cardio HIIT Fat Burn Workout. Go for max reps. The workout is short, but tough, and the goal is to really maximize your fat burn by pushing through the workout.

Our goal is to workout between 30-60 Minutes today. You can do 1 Round of Each Workout for a total 30-Minute Workout, or Repeat each workout 2X for 60-Minutes. You can also choose to do 1 Round of each workout and do 30-Minutes cardio of choice (running, biking, swimming, etc) to hit your 60-Minutes. Combining strengthening and cardio burn moves will help maximize your results and increase your fat burn during this challenge.

Remember to pair your workouts with healthy food choices. Don’t use them as an excuse to make unhealthy choices with your meals!

Have fun today!

Melissa

Equipment: Gymboss Interval Timer: 15 Rounds of 30/50

*30 Seconds of Glute Bridge Between Each Exercise

Down Dog Leg Pulse-Right
Down Dog Leg Pulse-Left
Plank Leg Sweep-Right
Plank Leg Sweep-Left
Supergirl Tap-Right
Supergirl Tap-Left
Reverse Plank Leg Lift-Right
Reverse Plank Leg Lift-Left
Side Plank Knee Extension-Right
Side Plank Knee Extension-Left
Plank Reach Through-Right
Plank Reach Through-Left
Windshield Wiper Reverse Plank-Right
Windshield Wiper Reverse Plank-Left
Toe Touch Plank

Glute Bridge

Down Dog Leg Pulse

Plank Leg Sweep: Part 1

Plank Leg Sweep: Part 2

Supergirl Tap: Part 1

Supergirl Tap: Part 2

Reverse Plank Leg Lift

Side Plank Knee Extension: Part 1

Side Plank Knee Extension: Part 2

Plank reach Through: Part 1

Plank reach Through: Part 2

Windshield Wiper Reverse Plank

Toe Touch Plank

Equipment: Gymboss Interval Timer: 10 Rounds of 10/50.

1. Heel Tap Jump Squat
2. Mountain Climbers
3. Lunge Jump
4. Russian Kicks
5. Runners Lunge Hop (right)
6. Runners Lunge Hop (left)
7. Low Jack 1/2 Burpee
8. X-Jump
9. High Knees
10. Burpee

Repeat 1-3X

*Cool-Down*

Heel Tap Jump Squat

Mountain Climbers

Lunge Jump

Russian Kicks

Runners Lunge Hop: Part 1
Instagram Tutorial

Runners Lunge Hop: Part 2

Low Jack Burpee
Instagram Tutorial

X-Jump

High Knees

Burpee

Fit & Healthy DietBet Challenge: Day 1: 30-Minute Full Body Home Workout & Fat Burn

Hi Everyone!

Welcome to Day 1 of my Fit & Healthy New Year & DietBet Challenge Workouts! One round of today’s workout takes 30-Minutes. In the video below I completed this workout for time (intervals), but I also included the breakdown to complete the workout for reps.

You can choose either variation, or complete a round of each to really challenge your body in two different styles of training. In this workout I am using 15-lb dumbbells. If you don’t have any weights you can complete the exercises with body weight only. If you do have weights I recommend using them because it will help boost your metabolism & burn, while increasing the challenge of each exercise.

During this challenge I encourage you to workout between 30-60 Minutes per day. You can do one round of this workout and 30-Minutes cardio of choice, or do two rounds of this workout for a total workout time of 60-Minutes.

If you haven’t signed up for the weight loss challenge yet you can do so here: www.dietbet.com/BenderFitness for a chance to win money & prizes by placing a bet on your ability to lose 4% of your body weight in 4-weeks. It’s a great motivator!

Have fun with today’s workout & make sure you are supporting it with healthy food choices. For some ideas check out: DietBet Sample Meal Plan & Bender Bikini Competition Diet.

Melissa

Interval Timer: 20 Rounds of 40/50

Reps: Beginner: 10 Reps, Intermediate: 15 Reps, Advanced: 20 Reps with 40-60 seconds of cardio between each exercise.

*Perform Cardio Burst of Choice between each exercise: High Knees, Jump Rope, or Burpees*

Curtsy Lunge & Curl-Right
Curtsy Lunge & Curl-Left
Down Dog/Dolphin Press
Sit to Stand Thigh Sculpt-Right
Sit to Stand Thigh Sculpt-Left
Side Plank Leg Lift-Right
Side Plank Leg Lift-Left
Windshield Wiper Dips
Lunge Jump Squats
Down Dog Toe Touch Stretch-Right
Down Dog Toe Touch Stretch-Left
Pretzel Lift-Right
Pretzel Lift-Left
Squat to Curtsy Lunge Kick-Alternating
Warrior Deadlift to Row-Right
Warrior Deadlift to Row-Left
Side Plank Hold-Right
Side Plank Hold-Left
Single Leg Frogger Pushup
Wood Chopper-Alternating

Repeat 1-2X

Curtsy Lunge Curl: Part 1

Curtsy Lunge Curl: Part 2

Down Dog Dolphin Press: Part 1

Down Dog Dolphin Press: Part 2

Sit to Stand Thigh Sculpt: Part 1

Sit to Stand Thigh Sculpt: Part 2

Sit to Stand Thigh Sculpt: Part 3

Side Plank Leg Lift: Part 1

Side Plank Leg Lift: Part 2

Windshield Wiper Dip: Part 1

Windshield Wiper Dip: Part 2

Windshield Wiper Dip: Part 3

Lunge Jump Squat: Part 1

Lunge Jump Squat: Part 2

Lunge Jump Squat: Part 3

Down Dog Toe Touch Reach: Part 1

Down Dog Toe Touch Reach: Part 2

Pretzel Lift

Squat to Curtsy Lunge Kick: Part 1

Squat to Curtsy Lunge Kick: Part 2

Squat to Curtsy Lunge Kick: Part 3

Warrior Row: Part 1

Warrior Row: Part 2

Side Plank Hold

Single Leg Frogger Pushup: Part 1

Single Leg Frogger Pushup: Part 2

Wood Chopper: Part 1

Wood Chopper: Part 2

Plyometric HIIT Fat Burning Body Sculpt: 15 Minutes Per Round Home Workout

Good Morning Everyone!

I hope you’re ready for a tough workout! My new DietBet Challenge officially starts tomorrow, but early weigh in has started! If one of your goals is weight loss & you want to know more about the challenge you can read about it here: Fit & Healthy 2016: Challenge. I will be posting this week’s workout schedule to go along with the challenge tonight so it will be ready for the early birds tomorrow.

Today’s workout is a plyometric interval workout that will get you sweating and get your heart rate up. When I filmed this workout I burned 179 Calories during the 15-Minute Workout. That averages to almost 12-calories per minute, which is higher than most people get during running!

It’s important to remember, that calorie burn does vary from person to person. During this workout I wore a heart rate monitor so it was very precise, but the burn will fluctuate based on how intensely you push, your weight and height. I am 5’5″ tall, so I am average height, and that should help you get a good estimate if you don’t have your own heart rate monitor.

For Christmas I got the FitBit Surge Smartwatch, which monitors heart rate throughout the day and during workouts, tracks runs and indoor workouts, and has a built in pedometer for steps. I still have some components to try out, but I will write a review for anyone who is curious.

I hope you enjoy today’s workout! If you want to join the DietBet Challenge you can sign up here: www.dietbet.com/BenderFitness. The game officially starts tomorrow, but you can join up until January 16th. The earlier you start, the easier it is to hit your goal! I hope to see you there!

Melissa

PS: Fit Fashion is from www.affitnity.com and you can get 15% off with the code BenderFitness at checkout.

–Gymboss Interval Timer set for 15 Rounds of 10/50.

1. Burpee
2. Mountain Climber
3. Jump Squat
4. Russian Kicks
5. Lunge Jump
6. Frogger
7. Surfer
8. Mountain Jumper
9. Tuck Jump
10. Frog Hopper
11. Ninja Jump
12. Plank Jack
13. Speed Skater
14. Hip Lift Hook
15. Tuck Jump Burpee

Repeat 1-3X

Burpee

Mountain Climber

Russian Kicks

Lunge Jump

Frogger

Surfer

Mountain Jumper

Tuck Jump

Frog Hopper

Plank Jack

Speed Skater

Hip Lift Hook

26 Minute HIIT: Full Body Cardio Burn Workout-No Equipment

Hi Everyone!

One Round of today’s workout takes 26-Minutes. In the video I claim that it’s only 24-Rounds, but don’t listen to me. I mis-labeled my workout list and wrote one number twice, which threw off my count. So if you are setting your own interval timer, you can set it for 26 Rounds of 10/50.

In today’s workout I increased the length of the cardio bursts from 30 to 50 seconds. Be sure to push during each interval (cardio and strength moves!) I am pacing myself and not going full out, because I don’t want to over-do it. I did monitor my heart rate, and it stayed in a low range (around 130 BPM) so I know I can definitely push harder than that in the future.

It was my first day back to working out after all of the holiday madness. We have house guests, have been eating out every day, and eating Christmas leftovers. Between the food and missed workouts I am not feeling my best. I was completely over the first trimester nausea and fatigue, however, they have both come back! I am bloating dramatically from AM to PM. Pregnancy hormones are partially to blame, but so are poor food choices. I am re-focusing on feeding myself (and baby Bender!) healthy food items & getting back to working out consistently. I have been doing exercises each day, but my new goal is to get in at least the recommended 30-Minutes of exercise per day.

I hope you enjoy the new workout!
Melissa

26 Rounds of 10/50
*50 Seconds Cardio of Choice Befor Each Exercise*

Speed Skater Tap
Bridge Hopper-Right
Bridge Hopper-Left
Double Side Kick-Right
Double Side Kick-Left
Reverse Lunge Hop-Right
Reverse Lunge Hop-Left
180 Frog Hop
Warrior III-Right
Warrior III-Left
Hip Tap Pushup
Down Dog Hop-Right
Down Dog Hop-Left

Repeat 1-2X

Pick Your Cardio

Speed Skater Tap-Part 1

Speed Skater Tap-Part 2

Bridge Hopper: Part 1

Bridge Hopper: Part 2

Double Side Kick: Part 1

Double Side Kick: Part 2

Reverse Lunge Hop: Part 1

Reverse Lunge Hop: Part 2

180 Frog Hop: Part 1

180 Frog Hop: Part 2

180 Frog Hop: Part 3

Warrior III: Part 1

Warrior III: Part 2

Hip Tap Pushup: Part 1

Hip Tap Pushup: Part 2

Down Dog Hop: Part 1

Down Dog Hop: Part 2

30-Minute Workout: Tight Core & Round Butt Stability Ball Workout

Good Morning Everyone!

Today’s workout Combo uses a stability ball. If you don’t have a stability ball this workout is easily modified to be done without one so don’t worry! Today’s routine combines two 15 Minute HIIT workouts. If you do one round of each your total workout time will be 30-minutes. For a higher intensity burn complete each workout 2X for total workout time of 60-Minutes.

Elevated Leg series can also be done with a chair or bench if you don’t have a stability ball available.

Focus on form with each exercise and warm-up for 5-10 minutes before your workout to maximize your results and decrease your chance of injury. Remember, warm-ups should always be dynamic (moving). Cool downs can be static (staying still and stretching). You don’t want to stretch cold muscles. They aren’t ready for it yet!

I didn’t get to workout yesterday, and I can’t wait to get in a good workout tonight. My body is missing the endorphins! I notice that when I don’t workout my energy level suffers. Exercise actually gives me more energy and decreases my cravings for unhealthy foods.

I hope you enjoy today’s workouts! Don’t forget you can find me on Instagram & Twitter: @BenderFitness and on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MelissaBenderFitness.

Also, we are getting closer to the start of my New DietBet Challenge! If one of your goals is weight loss it is a great motivator. You have a chance to win money by achieving your weight loss goals! The point of the game is to lose 4% of your body weight over 4 weeks. Everyone who achieves this goal is a winner & splits the jackpot at the end of the game. To start the game everyone places a bet and that money goes in the jackpot. You can sign up here: www.dietbet.com/BenderFitness.

Have fun today!
Melissa

10/50 second intervals. 10 Seconds of Rest. 50 Seconds Max Reps.

1. High Knees
2. Elevated Leg Series (right)
3. Elevated Leg Series (left)
4. Dive Bombers
5. Angel Abs
6. Heel Tap Squats
7. Pendulum Squats
8. Walking Push Ups
9. Russian Kicks
10. Lunge Jump Kicks
11. Rolling Elbow Tap Plank
12. Heel Tap Abs
13. Burpee
14. Heel Tap Plank
15. Ball Pull or Frogger

Click the link to get your own Gymboss Interval Timer!
Set your timer for 15 rounds of 10/50.

1. Squat and Lift
2. Butt Lift
3. Ball Pull
4. Warrior Tap (right)
5. Warrior Tap (left)
6. Side Lift (right)
7. Side Lift (left)
8. Superman Lift
9. Leg Series (right)
10. Leg Series (left)
11. Curtsy Lunge (right)
12. Curtsy Lunge (left)
13. Balanced Prone Heel Tap
14. Goddess Squat Reach (right)
15. Goddess Squat Reach (left)

Repeat 1-3X

HIIT to Be FIIT: Jump Rope, Fat Burn & Body Sculpting Home Workout

Hi Everyone!

Today’s workout is a throwback workout! I filmed this for a 30-Day Challenge Program that I ran 2 years ago. In January I am starting another 30-Day Workout Challenge. I will also be running a new DietBet Challenge for those of you with weight loss goals. I have run two DietBet challenges in the past, and the participants had great success in losing weight during the challenge.

If you are interested in signing up for the challenge you can do so here: www.dietbet.com/benderfitness. The way the game works: you bet money on the fact that you can lose 4% of your body weight over the course of the challenge. The money from everyone who joins going into the jackpot. If you achieve your goal you are automatically a winner. All of the winners split the money in the jackpot. If every single person in the game wins you at least get your money back.

I will be providing workouts throughout the month and diet advice to help you with the challenge.

Speaking of challenges, today’s workout is a good one. It will challenge you cardiovascularly, while working & sculpting your entire body. I got in a fantastic sweat and one round took just over 23 minutes. I repeated this workout twice, and we filmed the second time through.

I increased the length of the cardio intervals by 15 seconds to increase the cardiovascular challenge and fat burning benefits. I love jump roping (even when I step on the rope, haha). If you are interested in some of the health benefits of jumping rope check out this article: Health Benefits of Jumping Rope. If you don’t have a jump rope you can substitute High Knees, Burpees, or cardio of choice.

I hope everyone enjoys today’s challenge.

Have fun!
Melissa

45 seconds cardio of choice, 50 seconds max reps: 15 Rounds

-Jump Rope
1. Singe Leg Hop Up (right)
-Jump Rope
2. Single Leg Hop Up (left)
-Jump Rope
3. Frogger Push Up
-Jump Rope
4. Single Leg Hip Thrust (right)
-Jump Rope
5. Single Leg Hip Thrust (left)
-Jump Rope
6. Tapping Warrior 3 (right)
-Jump Rope
7. Tapping Warrior 3 (left)
-Jump Rope
8. Side Plank Leg Lift (right)
-Jump Rope
9. Side Plank Leg Lift (left)
-Jump Rope
10. Leg/Hip Lift
-Jump Rope
11. Mountain Frogger
-Jump Rope
12. Crab Kick
-Jump Rope
13. Temple Tap Abs
-Jump Rope
14. Boat Swim
-Jump Rope
15. Burpee

Repeat 1-3X

21-Minute Full Body Workout: Total Body Sculpting with Weights

Hi Everyone!

I have a great workout for you today! This is a full body workout that incorporates weights and body weight exercises. It will help you burn fat, build lean muscle, and shape your entire body.

In today’s workout I used a 75 lb barbell. If you don’t have a barbell, you can use dumbbells, or complete the exercises with body weight. If you don’t have weights, but you want to increase the challenge you can find something around your house (water jugs, canned food, etc). If you get creative with your weights, tag me in your photos on Instagram or Facebook- @BenderFitness or www.facebook.com/MelissaBenderFitness. It helps others come up with new ideas!

Another option is to substitute cardio bursts for the weighted exercises (High Knees or Burpees), but I definitely recommend the weighted variation as it will help you sculpt and strengthen your body & give you a major calorie burn.

I am filming a new workout (or two) this morning so if you check back later there will be a brand new Body Weight HIIT workout posted.

Have fun with today’s workout & I hope you work up an awesome sweat!
Melissa

Fit Fashion: My Outfit today is from www.affitnity.com and you can get 15% off of your total order with the code BenderFitness at checkout.

Click the link to get your own Gymboss Interval Timer!
Set your time for 18 Rounds of 30/50.

-Deadlift
1. High Knees
-Deadlift
2. Diagonal Leg Cross (right)
-Deadlift
3. Diagonal Leg Cross (left)
-Deadlift
4. Scissor V-Ups
-Deadlift
5. Mountain Climbers
-Deadlift
6. Squat Jumps
-Squat & Press
7. High Knees
-Squat & Press
8. Chair Pose
-Squat & Press
9. Mountain Climbers
-Squat & Press
10. Crunch & Tap
-Squat & Press
11. L-Leg Lifts (right)
-Squat & Press
12. L-Leg Lifts (left)
-Romanian Deadlift
13. High Knees
-Romanian Deadlift
14. Tuck Jump
-Romanian Deadlift
15. Pushup to Side Plank
-Romanian Deadlift
16. Knee Drop Plank
-Romanian Deadlift
17. Mountain Climbers
-Romanian Deadlift
18. Frogger to Wide Leg Pushups

Repeat 1-3X
Optional: Pair with 20-30 Minutes of Cardio.

Dead Lift: Part 1

Dead Lift: Part 2

High Knees

Diagonal Leg Cross: Part 1

Diagonal Leg Cross: Part 2

Scissor V-Up

Mountain Climber

Squat Jump: Part 1

Squat Jump: Part 2

Squat & Press: Part 1

Squat & Press: Part 2

Squat & Press: Part 3

Chair Pose

Crunch & tap: Part 1

Crunch & tap: Part 2

L-Leg Lift: Part 1

L-Leg Lift: Part 2

Romanian Deadlift: Part 1

Romanian Deadlift: Part 2

Tuck Jump

Pushup to Side Plank: Part 1

Pushup to Side Plank: Part 2

Pushup to Side Plank: Part 3

Knee Drop Plank

Frogger to Wide Leg Pushup: Part 1

Frogger to Wide Leg Pushup: Part 2

22-Minute HIIT Sweat: Fat Burning, Full Body Body Weight Home Workout

Hi Everyone!

It’s workout time! Today’s workout is a 22-Minute HIIT Sweat workout that will help you burn fat and sculpt your entire body. During this workout you can use a jump rope for the cardio bursts. If you don’t have one, you can substitute high knee (or an alternate cardio of choice).

Remember, there is always a way to modify a workout so you can do it at home. If you need ideas, or if you have tried something that works for you, let us know in the comments here or on Facebook.

Below I posted this week’s workout schedule. You can always modify the week to fit with your scheduled rest days. You should incorporate 1-2 rest days per week.

Monday: 21-Minute HIIT Full Body Workout

Tuesday: Full Body Bender Boot Camp at Home

Wednesday: 20-Minute Tummy Toner Workout

Thursday: Lean & Sculpted Arms Home Workout and 30-Minute Yoga Flow

Friday: That’s today!

I hope you all enjoy today’s workout (and this week’s schedule!) As always you can find me on Instagram & Twitter: @BenderFitness or on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MelissaBenderFitness

Melissa

PS Fit Fashion: My sports bra in this workout is from www.Affitnity.com and you can always get 15% off your total Affitnity purchase with the code BenderFitness at checkout. Shoes are Brooks Glycerine. Pants: Unknown! I have had them forever.

Click the link to get your own Gymboss Interval Timer!

Set your Gymboss Interval Timer for 16 Rounds of 30/50.

*Every 30 Second Interval Cardio of Choice: Jump Rope or High Knees
**Warm-up Before all workouts to maximize your results, and protect yourself from injury.**

-Jump Rope
1. Heel Tap Squat Jump
-Jump Rope
2. Side Plank Reach Through (right)
-Jump Rope
3. Heel Tap Squat Jump
-Jump Rope
4. Side Plank Reach Through (left)
-Jump Rope
5. Heel Tap Squat Jump
-Jump Rope
6. Supergirl Pushup
-Jump Rope
7. Heel Tap Squat Jump
-Jump Rope
8. Heel Press Plank (right)
-Jump Rope
9. Heel Tap Squat Jump
-Jump Rope
10. Heel Press Plank (left)
-Jump Rope
11. Heel Tap Squat Jump
-Jump Rope
12. Plank Crunch
-Jump Rope
13. Heel Tap Squat Jump
-Jump Rope
14. Knee Drop Plank
-Jump Rope
15. Heel Tap Squat Jump
-Jump Rope
16. Cheek to Cheek Plank

Repeat 1-3X

**Cool Down after your workout!**

Jump Rope

Side Plank Reach Through (part 1)

Side Plank Reach Through (part 2)

Supergirl Push-up

Heel Press Plank

Plank Crunch

Knee Drop Plank

Cheek to Cheek Plank

Full Body Bender Boot Camp at Home

Hi Everyone!

Today’s workout is a Full Body Bender Boot Camp Workout. Jesse and I are teaching our group Boot Camp class tonight, so it’s only fitting that I share a Boot Camp Workout with you all. Our Boot Camp class is 60-Minutes, so if you want to get in the same amount of work/sweat that we will tonight go for 3-Rounds, plus do a warm-up and cool down.

For your warm-up use dynamic movements: jogging, leg swings, jump rope, etc, to get your heart rate elevated and your blood flowing. Do 5-10 minutes at a comfortable pace to get your body ready to work hard.

For the cool-down do some gentle jumping jacks, or marching in place to let your heart rate come back down. When you heart rate has slowed do some gentle stretching to make sure you are keeping your muscles supple and flexible to prevent injury.

I hope you all have fun with today’s workout!

Melissa

PS You can find me on Instagram and Twitter: @BenderFitness and on Facebook: www.facebook.com/MelissaBenderFitness

All Levels: Max reps during each interval. (60 seconds, 30 second Burpees)

or
Beginner: 10 reps, 5 Burpees
Intermediate: 15 reps, 8 Burpees
Advanced: 20 reps, 10 Burpees

*Warm Up Before Starting!

1. High Knees
2. Burpee
3. Plank Jack
4. Burpee
5. Temple Tap
6. Burpee
7. Windshield Wiper Plank
8. Burpee
9. Ab Extension Pulse
10. Burpee
11. Warrior 3 Hop
12. Burpee
13. 1 Leg Hip Thrust (right)
14. Burpee
15. 1 Leg Hip Thrust (left)
16. Burpee

Repeat 1-3X

Plank Jack: In a forearm plank position jump your feet out as you would in a jumping jack. Jump them back together. That is one rep.

Temple Tap Abs: Lay on the floor, lift your legs, and shoulder blades off the floor, hands at prayer position at your chest. Reach your elbow toward the top corner of the mat, following with your eyes. Bring your hands to center, and then repeat the motion to the left for one rep. Shoulder blades and legs stay lifted throughout.

Windshield Wiper Plank: In a plank position step your foot out to the left, and then return it to central starting position. Repeat on the other side for one rep.

Ab Extension Pulse: Legs and shoulder blades lift off the floor. Low back stays on the ground and arms extend over your head. Lightly pulse, keeping the movements of your legs and upper body small. Your abs should be pulled in throughout the exercise.

One Leg Hip Thrust (part 1): Plant left heel on the floor with your knee bent at a 90 degree angle. Arms extend, fingers point toward your toes. Keep your right leg extended and foot flexed.

One Leg Hip Thrust (part 2): Pushing through your planted heel and both arms press your hips toward the ceiling until your body forms a straight line from shoulder to knee. Press your heel toward the ceiling. The focus is on the movement of the hips. The leg will follow. Repeat this on the other side.

Warrior 3 Hop: During Warrior III Pose the standing leg is slightly bent, back is flat, and your body hinges at the hips. Reach your arms and leg back behind you. Bring both feet together, hop into the air, and then perform this movement on the other side.

Burpee: When jumping push up through the heels to spring toward the ceiling.

Burpee: Jump up and reach as high as you can each and every time.

20-Minute HIIT Boot Camp: Body Weight Cardio Burn

Hi Everyone!

I hope you’re ready for today’s workout! This is one of the workouts that I taught to my Boot Camp class. One Round takes 20-Minutes. You can increase your number of rounds to increase the intensity/burn of this workout.

During Boot Camp we start with a 10-Minute Warm-up/Learning the Moves. We do two rounds with a short break in between, and finish with a cool down. You can complete up to 3-Rounds of this workout if you’re up for it.

In between each exercise today I did a Cardio Burst. I chose Mountain Climbers & High Knees. You can vary the cardio if you would like to try something different. Some great options are Jump Rope, Ropeless Jumping, Burpees, X-Jumps or Jumping Jacks. Be sure to push the pace and try to move as quickly as possible between each exercise.

This routine will improve your strength and cardiovascular fitness. Try to push for as many repetitions of each exercise as you can get in while maintaining good form. Always remember, if you need to stop and catch your breath at any point, it’s okay! Just get right back into the workout & push yourself.

I hope you enjoy today’s workout! Let me know what you think!
Melissa

PS Fitness Fashion:
Top from www.Affitnity.com: 15% off your total purchase with the Code BenderFitness at checkout.
Pants: Lululemon: Sorry no discount code!
Shoes: Brooks Glycerine

Intervals: 15 Rounds of 30/50.

Repetitions:
Beginner: 10 Reps, 30 Seconds Cardio
Intermediate: 15 Reps, 30 Seconds Cardio
Advanced: 20 Reps, 30 Seconds Cardio

*30 Second Cardio Burst Between Each Exercise:
My Cardio Selection: Exercises 1-5: Mountain Climbers, Exercises 6-10: High Knees, Exercises 11-15: Mountain Climbers

Twisting Sumo Squat
Balanced Pendulum-Right
Balanced Pendulum-Left
Warrior III-Right
Warrior III-Left
Shoulder Tap Pushup
Spiderman Side Plank-Right
Spiderman Side Plank-Left
Tricep Pushup-Right
Tricep Pushup-Left
Angel Abs
Side V-Up-Right
Side V-Up-Left
Rock the Boat
Super Swim

Repeat 1-3X

Mountain Climbers

Balanced Pendulum: Part 1

Balanced Pendulum: Part 2

Warrior III: Part 1

Warrior III: Part 2

Shoulder Tap Pushups: Part 1

Shoulder Tap Pushups: Part 2

Shoulder Tap Pushups: Part 3

Spiderman Side Plank: Part 1

Spiderman Side Plank: Part 2

Tricep Pushup: Part 1

Tricep Pushup: Part 2

Angel Abs: Part 1

Angel Abs: Part 2

Angel Abs: Part 3

Side V-Up: Part 1

Side V-Up: Part 2

Rock the Boat: Part 1

Rock the Boat: Part 2

Super Swim

High Knees

Ready to Repeat the Workout?

15-Minute HIIT: Abs & Thighs Workout-No Equipment-Body Weight Workout

Hi Everyone!

It’s workout time! One round of today’s workout will take 15-Minutes to complete. It can be repeated to increase the intensity & burn.

Jesse & I did this workout with our Boot Camp Class this week. In class we did two Rounds, focusing on maximum repetitions with good form. Even when you are going for speed, you want to make sure you are focusing on form, because that is what yields the best results in your aesthetics and strength.

I was exhausted when I filmed this workout, but I felt so much better after I finished. Pushing through the workout really improved my energy & helped me stay productive for the rest of the day. Working full time can be a challenge to your workout program at times. Sometimes you just feel tired. As you get into the habit of working out you will find that your mood and energy improve with your workouts. Sometimes knowing that is what gives me the push to get in my workout on a day that I might have skipped otherwise.

What gives you the push to workout on days when you are tired?

I do want to point out that some days your body does need the rest more than it needs a workout. Fitness should be something that helps keep you in tune with your body’s needs. Recognizing the difference between tired/unmotivated and true fatigue/over-training is very important. You should incorporate at least 1 full rest day into your weekly schedule.

I hope you all enjoy today’s workout! Have fun & really push through this one!
Melissa

Interval Timer: 15 Rounds of 10/50

Reps:
Beginner: 10 Reps, 30 Seconds Timed Exercises
Intermediate: 15 Reps, 40 Seconds Timed Exercises
Advanced: 20 Reps, 50 Seconds Timed Exercises

High Knees
Pendulum Squat
Burpees
Crunch & Tap
Mountain Climbers
Table Top Hip Thrust
Squat Jump
Rotating Pushups
Lunge Jumps
Side Plank Hip Drop-Right
Russian Kicks
Side Plank Hip Drop-Left
Frog Hopper
Alternating Runners Lunge Reach
High Knees

Repeat the Entire Workout 1-3X for Maximum Results

High Knees

Pendulum Squat: Part 1

Pendulum Squat: Part 2

Pendulum Squat: Part 3

Burpee

Table Top Hip Thrust

Squat Jump: Part 2

Squat Jump: Part 1

Rotating Pushup: Part 1

Rotating Pushup: Part 2

Lunge Jump

Side Plank Hip Drop

Russian Kicks

Frog Hopper: Part 1

Frog Hopper: Part 2

Frog Hopper: Part 3

Runner’s Lunge Reach: Part 1

Runner’s Lunge Reach: Part 2

Runner’s Lunge Reach: Part 3

HIIT Boot Camp Mash-up: 21 Minute Full Body HIIT + 22 Minute HIIT Sweat Workout

Hi Everyone!

I have a Boot Camp Mash-Up Workout for you Tonight! On Tuesday night’s, Jesse and I teach a 60-Minute HIIT Boot Camp Class. Today I am sharing a 21-Minute HIIT from me, and a 22 Minute HIIT Workout from Jesse. That way you get the virtual experience of Bender Boot Camp.

You can pair these two workouts together, or pick one workout for today, and save the second one for later. Choose whichever option fits your plan, current level of fitness & the amount of time you have to workout today.

Our Typical Boot Camp Breakdown is:

10-Minute Warm-Up/Learning the Moves.
20-Minute HIIT
Water Break
20-Minute HIIT
10-Minute Cool Down/Stretch.

I have new Boot Camp Workouts on my “to film” list. I planned on getting them filmed today, but I had a sinus migraine so those plans were put on hold. I tried out a Neti-Pot, and that really seemed to help ease some of the discomfort from my swollen sinuses. The seasonal changes always get me, and it went from 70 degrees to 30 degrees over the past few days.

I will be sleeping with a humidifier tonight & hoping for the best sinus-wise.

Have fun with today’s workout combo & let me know what you think in the comments below, or on Facebook, Instagram or Twitter. You can find me: @BenderFitness and Jesse is on Instagram as @BenderCrosby1

Melissa & Jesse

Equipment: Gymboss Interval Timer set for 16 rounds of 30/50.
*Cardio of Choice: High Knees, Jump Jacks, Jump Rope

Repeat 1-3X

-Cardio

1. Burpees

-Cardio

2. Double Kick Back (right)

-Cardio

3. Double Kick Back (left)

-Cardio

4. Temple Tap Abs

-Cardio

5. Lunge Jumps

-Cardio

6. Goddess Reach

-Cardio

7. Walking Push-ups

-Cardio

8. Alternating Hip Thrust

-Cardio

9. Plank Knee Drop

-Cardio

10. Squat Jumps

-Cardio

11. Hydrant (right)

-Cardio

12. Hydrant (left)

-Cardio

13. Side Plank Taps (right)

-Cardio

14. Side Plank Taps (left)

-Cardio

15. Warrior III (right)

-Cardio

16. Warrior III (left)

Equipment: Gymboss Interval Timer set for 16 Rounds of 30/50

*30-Second Cardio Burst of Choice Between Each Exercise

1. Temple Tap Abs
2. Superman & Push-up
3. Alternating Supine Bridge Knee Flexions
4. X-Jumps
5. Hip Drop & Side V-Up (right)
6. Tricep Dip & Plank
7. Side Lunge Squat & Leg Lift (right)
8. Lunge Jumps
9. Hip Drop & Side V-Up (left)
10. Spiderman Push-up
11. Side Lunge Squat & Leg Lift (left)
12. Jump Squats
13. Full Circles
14. Rotating L-Sits/Tables
15. Goddess Pose Lifts
16. Burpees

Repeat 1-3X

Temple Tap Abs

High Knees (Cardio Burst)

Jumping Jacks (Cardio Burst)

Superman + Pushup: Part 1

Superman + Pushup: Part 2

Superman + Pushup: Part 3

Superman + Pushup: Part 4

Superman + Pushup: Modified Pushup

Alternating Supine Bridge Knee Flexion: Part 1

Alternating Supine Bridge Knee Flexion: Part 2

Alternating Supine Bridge Knee Flexion: Part 3

X-Jump: Part 1

X-Jump: Part 2

Hip Drop to Side V-Up: Part 1

Hip Drop to Side V-Up: Part 2

Hip Drop to Side V-Up: Part 3

Tricep Dip to Reverse Plank: Part 1

Tricep Dip to Reverse Plank: Part 2

Side Lunge Squat & Leg Lift: Part 1

Side Lunge Squat & Leg Lift: Part 2

Lunge Jump: Part 1

Lunge Jump: Part 2

Spiderman Pushup: Part 1

Spiderman Pushup: Part 2

Spiderman Pushup: Part 3

Spiderman Pushup: Part 4

Chair Pose: Modification for Jump Squat

Jump Squat: Part 1

Jump Squat: Part 2

Full Circles: Part 1

Full Circles: Part 2

L-Sit to Table: Part 1

L-Sit to Table: Part 2

L-Sit to Table: Advanced Modification

Goddess Pose Lifts: Part 1

Goddess Pose Lifts: Part 2 (Alternating Heel Lift)

Goddess Pose Lifts: Advanced Modification

Burpee: Part 1

Burpee: Part 2

Burpee: Part 3

Burpee: Part 4

Cardio HIIT & Legs and Abs Express Workout

Hi Everyone!

We are already half way through the workout week. I have two workouts for you today. The videos and breakdowns are below. You can pair them together or choose to repeat one. I recommend aiming for 30-60 minutes total workout time.

There is a workout tutorial for the Cardio HIIT video, and both full length workout videos. Be sure to warm up before getting started. It really makes a difference in how hard you can push during the workout, and will maximize your results. After the workout, do a gentle cool down. Once your heart rate has slowed down you can finish with some stretching. Try this: Post Run Recovery Stretch: Stretches Injury Prevention for Athletes.

Last night Jesse & I taught a Boot Camp class. We had a great turn out. The Softball and Hockey teams used the workout as their conditioning workout this week. I have two new Boot Camp workout videos to film for you all. You will get the same workouts I used with our class the last few weeks.

Before class started. The whole gym ended up being full.

I hope you enjoy today’s workouts! Have fun!
Melissa

Workout Tutorial:

Cardio HIIT Workout: Full Length

10/50 Second Intervals

1. Frogger
2. Lunge Jump
3. Mountain Climber
4. Squat Jump
5. High Knee Kicks
6. Plie Jump
7. Burpee
8. Jump Kick (right)
9. Jump Kick (left)
10. Frogger Pushup
11. X-Jump (Cheer Jump)
12. Surfer
13. Pendulum Hop
14. Warrior 3 Kick (right)
15. Warrior 3 Kick (left)

Plie Jump: Knees Stay Open, Back/Chest Stay Lifted.
Land Toe to Heel.

Legs & Abs Express Workout:

Beginner: 10 reps
Intermediate: 15 reps
Advanced: 20 reps

Repeat 1-3X

1. Toe Touch Situp
2. Extended Bridge (right)
3. Extended Bridge (left)
4. Bicycle
5. Deep Squat Lunge
6. Plie Heel Lift
7. Ab Clap
8. Forearm Plank Press

Toe Touch Situp

Extended Bridge

Plie Heel Pulse

Forearm Plank Lift

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Fit & Healthy Workout Challenge: Day 15: HIIT Full Body Workout: 20-Minutes Per Round

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HIIT to Be FIIT: Jump Rope, Fat Burn & Body Sculpting Home Workout

21-Minute Full Body Workout: Total Body Sculpting with Weights

22-Minute HIIT Sweat: Fat Burning, Full Body Body Weight Home Workout

Full Body Bender Boot Camp at Home

20-Minute HIIT Boot Camp: Body Weight Cardio Burn

15-Minute HIIT: Abs & Thighs Workout-No Equipment-Body Weight Workout

HIIT Boot Camp Mash-up: 21 Minute Full Body HIIT + 22 Minute HIIT Sweat Workout

Cardio HIIT & Legs and Abs Express Workout