4 Week Dynamic Duo Circuit - Day 2 - Week 3

4 Week Dynamic Duo Circuit – Day 2 – Week 3

Arun Kumar T, D.P.T, PN Coach

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Welcome to Day 2 of the 4 Week Dynamic Duo Circuit

Embark on Day 2 of your fitness journey with a workout routine that’s designed to balance strength building with core stabilization. Today’s theme revolves around engaging your core and lower body to create a solid foundation for a healthier, stronger you. We’ve carefully selected a blend of exercises that will challenge your muscles while promoting flexibility and endurance.

Core Stability and Lower Body Strength

Our Day 2 routine starts with exercises like the Bird Dog and Cat Cow, which are perfect for warming up your spine and engaging your core. We transition into the Dead Bug to further challenge your abdominal endurance. To ensure a full-body experience, we incorporate upper body movements with Wall PushUps and Shoulder Presses, which are essential for building your arm and shoulder strength.

Dynamic Movement and Muscle Activation

As we move through our session, we’ll focus on exercises that not only strengthen but also activate various muscle groups. The Seated Leg Extension is specifically chosen to target your quads, while the Superman Hold Pull Down and the Superman Hold will engage your back muscles, enhancing your posture and power. Lastly, we’ll finish strong with the Chair Squat, a fundamental move to build your glutes and leg muscles.

Interval-Based Circuit Training

The structure of today’s workout follows an interval-based circuit format, keeping your heart rate up and maximizing calorie burn. You’ll perform each exercise for 40 seconds, pushing yourself to maintain intensity, followed by 20 seconds of rest to recover. This approach ensures that you’re getting the most out of your workout by balancing effort with adequate rest periods.

Consistency is Key

Remember, consistency is the cornerstone of any successful fitness program. As part of the 4 Week Dynamic Duo Circuit, Day 2 is a step forward in your commitment to better health and fitness. Keep the momentum going, and prepare to feel stronger with each passing day. Let’s get started and make today’s workout count!

Day 2 of 4 Week Dynamic Duo Circuit

Prior to commencing your workout, it's essential to incorporate a brief warm-up routine. Spend around 5 minutes either doing some brisk walking in place or strolling around your house.

This pre-workout warm-up helps prepare your body for exercise, increasing blood flow and flexibility to reduce the risk of injury and enhance overall performance.

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Circuit 1- Do the circuit 3 times

1) Bird Dog for 40 Sec

Instructions:

Begin on all fours with a neutral spine and the core engaged.

Extend the right arm in front of you and lift it to shoulder height, with the elbow slightly bent.

At the same time, extend the left leg directly behind you, keeping the knee bent and the thigh parallel to the ground.

Keep the head in line with the spine, looking at the ground.

Hold the position for a few seconds, and then return to the starting position.

Repeat on the opposite side.

Rest for 20 Sec

2) Cat Cow for 40 Sec

Instructions:

Stand in a mountain pose, with your feet hip-width apart, hands on your hips, and your spine erect.

Inhale as you arch your spine, tilt your pelvis forward, and gaze up.

Exhale as you round your back and tuck your chin in towards your chest like a cow.

Inhale as you raise your head up to look forward and tilt your pelvis back as you arch your back.

Exhale as you tuck your chin in towards your chest and round your back like a cat.

Repeat the sequence for 10-15 times.

Rest for 20 Sec

3) Dead Bug for 40 Sec

Instructions:

Lie flat on your back with your feet flat on the floor and your knees bent.

Raise your arms directly in the air.

Keep your low back pressed into the ground, pull in your belly button towards your spine, and press your lower back flat against the floor.

From there, slowly lower your right leg until it just hovers above the ground.

At the same time, lower your left arm until it is just above the ground.

Return to the starting position, and repeat on the other side.

Rest for 20 Sec

Circuit 2- Do the circuit 3 times

4) Wall PushUp for 40 Sec

Instructions:

Stand with feet hips-width apart and place hands on the wall, slightly wider than shoulder-width apart.

Keep arms straight and walk your feet out a few feet from the wall.

Bend at the elbows until your face and chest is close to the wall.

Press back up to the starting position.

Do 8-12 repetitions.

Rest for 20 Sec

5) Shoulder Press for 40 Sec

Instructions:

Stand with your feet hip-width apart.

Hold the weights at shoulder-height, with your elbows slightly bent.

Press both weights directly overhead, making sure to keep your elbows slightly bent.

Lower the weights back down to shoulder-height.

Repeat for desired number of reps.

Rest for 20 Sec

6) Seated Leg Extension for 40 Sec

Instructions:

Sit on the leg extension machine with your back and hips firmly pressed against the seat.

Place your lower legs under the padded lever and adjust the lever to fit your thighs.

Grasp the handle in front of you and extend your legs out to the farthest point.

Pause at the farthest point and then slowly return to the starting position.

Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Rest for 20 Sec

Circuit 3- Do the circuit 3 times

7) Superman Hold Pull Down for 40 Sec

Instructions:

Stand facing the pull-down machine with feet shoulder-width apart.

Reach up and grab the bar with an overhand grip.

Take a big breath and then slightly tuck your chin towards your chest.

Keeping your upper arms close to your ears, and your chest up, use your lats to pull the bar down until it touches your collarbone.

Pause for a moment at the bottom position and then straighten your arms to return the bar to the starting position with control.

Repeat for the desired number of reps.

Rest for 20 Sec

8) Superman Hold for 40 Sec

Instructions:

Stand with your feet slightly over a shoulder-width apart.

Raise your arms out to your sides with your palms facing forward in a Superman pose.

Engage your core muscles by slightly tilting your pelvis forward and squeezing your stomach muscles.

Tighten all your muscles and hold this position for 15-20 seconds or as long as you can.

Release the tension in your body and lower your arms.

Rest for 20 Sec

9) Chair Squat for 40 Sec

Instructions:

Stand up straight and bring your feet about shoulder-width apart.

Lower your hips and bend your knees, as if you are about to sit in a chair.

Continue to lower until your thighs are parallel to the floor.

While keeping your back as straight as possible, press through your heels and stand up.

Repeat the movement for as many repetitions as desired.

Rest for 20 Sec

Cool Down and Stretching

After completing your workout, it's crucial to follow up with an effective cool-down routine. Take a leisurely 5-minute walk around to gradually lower your heart rate and help your body recover. Alternatively, you can opt for static stretches to release muscle tension and improve flexibility.

This cool-down phase is essential for reducing post-workout soreness and promoting a sense of well-being, making it an important part of any exercise regimen.