Everyone has seen the commercials, the before and after pictures and the many testimonials of people who have taken on the insanity challenge to come out the other side with a physique to be proud of.
After a lot of deliberation and a little cynicism, I decided to purchase the beachbody product 'insanity' by Shaun T.
From a customer experience perspective, the company is run well. The product arrived quickly and was as described.
From a fitness perspective; it is hard work, but it is supposed to be. I am about 25 days in so far and can see some results. Whilst the scales only show that I have shifted 5lbs, I can feel the biggest difference in my fitness levels. Most notably, I went for a run the other day and it was the most enjoyable run I have ever been on. It was a great feeling to be able to push myself but still have so much energy to compete the distance.
So far I would have to say I am happy with insanity. The diet plan is easy to follow and the food that comes out of it is really tasty.
I will continue to write articles on insanity and will be more than happy to recommend it of I get the results I am expecting. It is a little early to tell at the moment but it is Christmas and my diet hasn't been as strict as it should be!
Friday 28 December 2012
Bouncing is for bunnies
Put your hand up if you like to lift weights, now pat yourself on the back!
Put your hand up if you like lifting heavy weights, now give yourself a round of applause!
Put your hand up if you bounce the barbell off your chest when you chest press, hang your head in shame!
Bouncing the bar is poor form, poor form will prevent your muscles getting the best workout, will cause injury and will stop you from getting big gains!
During bicep curls, the same practice can be seen but instead of bouncing, it is swinging. Have you ever seen someone swing the barbell or dumbell in order to complete the rep?
As a general rule, if your heel lifts off the ground, you are attempting too much weight.
If you focus on the right form, the right technique and lift the right amount of weight, you will see solid gains and avoid injury. Search on YouTube for proper lifting techniques, trust me it is worth it. Utilise the preacher bench, again you will be thanking me.
Good luck and lift heavy (safely)!
Put your hand up if you like lifting heavy weights, now give yourself a round of applause!
Put your hand up if you bounce the barbell off your chest when you chest press, hang your head in shame!
Bouncing the bar is poor form, poor form will prevent your muscles getting the best workout, will cause injury and will stop you from getting big gains!
During bicep curls, the same practice can be seen but instead of bouncing, it is swinging. Have you ever seen someone swing the barbell or dumbell in order to complete the rep?
As a general rule, if your heel lifts off the ground, you are attempting too much weight.
If you focus on the right form, the right technique and lift the right amount of weight, you will see solid gains and avoid injury. Search on YouTube for proper lifting techniques, trust me it is worth it. Utilise the preacher bench, again you will be thanking me.
Good luck and lift heavy (safely)!
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