Hey hey! The official blog workout avalanche has begun. I have 6 (you’ve got it: 6) custom workouts for Summer Shape Up, in addition to some extras that will be posted over the next handful of weeks. Even if you’re not following in the Shape Up fun, pin these for the times you need some extra workout inspiration. If you are joining in the Shape Up fun (yay!), here’s the intro post with all of the details.

Warm up: march in place with arms, calf raises, push-ups

High biceps curls with march x 20: Begin by holding your  dumbbells and lift your arms straight out in front, parallel to the floor, palms up. Bend at the elbow to flex in towards your head while bringing one knee up into a march. Then lower your arms back out, while lowering the leg. Switch legs for the next rep, so you are marching and curling at the same time. Repeat 20 times total.

90 degree pulses with static squat x 20: Hold a nice low static plie squat and your arms at 90 degrees (palms in). Pulse 20 times. Make sure to relax your shoulders and keep your core engaged.

Chest press with plie squat x 20: For this squat variation, you’ll take a SUPER wide stance and turn your toes out. As you sink down, keep your chest lifted and endeavor to get your thighs parallel to the floor. Make sure your knees extend towards your toes but not past your toes. As you rise from the squat, push your dumbbells out in front of you, squeezing your chest muscles. Repeat 20x.