Spring Legs Workout + Reebok ONE Cushion giveaway
Hi guys! How’s the day treating ya? Is it the weekend yet?! I’m so happy to hear you liked the banana bread recipe. Our batch is gone, and a new one will definitely be made this weekend.
Today, I thought I’d share a new leg workout in addition to an awesome giveaway from my friends at Reebok.
This workout combines muscular endurance (high reps to fatigue the muscles), strength, power and core stabilization. Basically, it’s the whole package if you’re looking for a sweaty and intense leg workout 😉 If you need to modify, please be sure to honor your body. Always check with a doc before making any fitness changes.
The workout:
The moves:
Warm up, 5-7 minutes moderate cardio
4 sets of the following:
-Lateral lunges (20 total). Make sure to keep your chest lifted and abs engaged. Power through your heel to return to your standing (start) position.
-Low plie squat jumps (10). Keep your hips low and chest lifted the entire time. Endeavor to get your thighs parallel to the floor. (Beginners can walk out and in from a plie squat position)
-Cutsy lunge to oblique squeeze (20 total). For the oblique squeeze, you’ll lift your back leg off the floor, and bend it up towards your elbow.
-Side to side hops (20 total). Try to kick your booty in between hops and engage your obliques to create your momentum from side to side. (Beginners: hold a plank either in full position or on your knees and alternate bringing one knee in towards to elbow on that same side.
-Plank leg lift (10 each side). Use your glutes to lift your heel up towards the ceiling (or sky!) 10 times before gently lowering down to repeat on the other side.
Then:
-Squat countdown (10, 9, 8, 7, 6, 5, 4, 3, 2, 1, 10!). Go as low as you can and make sure to squeeze everything on the way up. If you want a challenge, try squat jumps instead, or hold weights.
-Hold your squat position (30 seconds)
-Cool down and stretch
The rest of this post is sponsored by my friends at Reebok, who kindly offered a pair of my current favorite running/everything sneakers to a lucky reader.
I was originally running in the pair of sneakers that our Tucson running store recommended to me. After my knee injury, they didn’t feel as good as they once did, and I found that the stiffness of the shoe aggravated my hip and knee. It was raining one morning and I had a training run in the books. Since I didn’t want my official “running sneakers” to get gross in the rain, I decided to wear my ONE Cushions (which I originally used for teaching and circuit type workouts) with my Superfeet inserts and just wash them afterwards.
I was shocked to find that they felt SO much better than my usual running shoes. They were light, flexible, and with the inserts, it neutralized my pronation. (They’re usually not recommend as a support shoe if you pronate or supinate, but I’ve found that with my inserts, they feel fantastic. I’d check with a running store first to get your stride anaylzed!) Ever since then, I’ve been a hardcore ONE Cushion fan.
A few months ago, I purchased a new pair of ONE Cushions, and Reebok surprised me with a bright shiny new pair this past week.
Another benefit of these shoes is the fact that they’re extremely reflective; it’s almost like they glow in the dark! I was running Sabino Canyon one evening and it seemed like EVERYONE stopped to compliment me on the color or great reflection of the shoes.
Reebok offered a pair of ONE Cushions to a lucky reader, and I’d like to match it by purchasing another pair (so there will be two winners) because I love them so much. Even if you have your specific running shoe that you’re married to (like I once did!) they also make fantastic crosstraining sneakers.
Here’s how to enter:
I’ll pick two lucky winners this Saturday night and announce in Sunday morning’s post (5/4).
Ready, set, go!
xo
Gina
This post is sponsored by Reebok. As always, all opinions are my own <3 I’m happy to share the ONE Cushion love!
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My workout currently consists of me trying to get at least 30 minutes on the treadmill after my girls fall asleep. I’m hoping the 30 minutes gives me at least a little bit of a result.
In the spring, I love long refreshing walks and bike rides
I just recently purchased a pair of the Reebok skyscapes to use as walking shoes on my trip to Europe next month and was surprised how comfy they were! I would love to try their other types of shoes, especially ones that I can use for cross-training (usually only buy one pair of shoes for running because they can be $$).
long walks are my fav!
I love running through the park with my dog!
These sneakers look great! I’ve recently started running a lot more with the nicer weather and probably need to get a new pair.
Right now I am really into circuit training with bursts of cardio, so I’m about to head to the gym and do this leg workout!
I am getting back into running and long walks.
Running outside!
I love running once the Spring weather arrives. It’s a great time to enjoy a variety of sports with my kids as well. We spend a lot of time at the basketball and volleyball courts in the Spring time.
I’ve been so excited to run outside in this SoCal heat. I’m working on my sports bra farmers tan for the spring.
I could really use a new pair of shoes and these look great!
I’m so excited for walking outside! I love doing that in the spring.
Running and Body Pump are my go-to workouts!
I’m normally a runner all the way but am ready for a break. I think I need some Zumba in my life again VERY soon!
I really like doing zumba
I just started lifting heavy and I love what it’s doing for my legs in shorts weather!
Stadium workout followed by track sprints!
Walking and exploring our new neighborhood and nearby metro park with our son in a jogging stroller.
I just started getting back outside for trail runs and my pup couldn’t be happier 🙂 Thanks for the giveaway!
I love my treadmill. Now I can open the window and enjoy the weather even though I am inside.
Walking with jogging and running intervals
Ahh i typed in the wrong email address! Love walks with running intervals
I love long walks around my neighborhood!
outside yoga!
i love love love these shoes! I’m currently in the market for new running shoes because I’m training for my first ever half marathon! I’m graduating in 2 weeks with my Masters and decided to celebrate with a half marathon!
I love hiking with my dog on the trails (I have a silly obsession with waterfalls!), getting out on my rollerblades and getting back into the swing of running (I can’t run indoors on a treadmill…outdoor only!)…. Love the warmer months for the great outdoor exercise!
I swore I would never ever be a runner, but just last summer I actually was able to go on some longer runs (jogs) and enjoy them, so the spring weather is perfect for jogging!
Right now I’m into running at the beach!
They are auper cute! I would love to try them!
I love to walk and hike
I already commented above but I just had to tell you that I did this workout tonight and I LOVED it! Thank you for a killer workout!
I just registered for my first half marathon!!! So there will be lots more runs in my future, along with hiit and other cross training. My gym buddy is trying to talk me into tri- training…
I have always been curious if I would like reebok tennis shoes! Or rather if my feet would like them. I do love the design of these!
i love high intensity cardio but i think my fave workout as of late is heavy lifting! i feel so accomplished afterwards!
Anything Les Mills!! 🙂
Taking my dog and 11 month old baby on walks and a daily yoga routine are how I stay healthy and happy!
Trail runs are my favorite Spring workout!
Boot camp in the park! Will be doing a mom and baby one in June! Time to get back into shape.
I love trail running, especially now with all the spring flowers in bloom!
I’m looking forward to running in warmer weather!
Hiking or trail running!
Walks are the easiest right now because I don’t have the time for much else.
My favorite spring workout is definitely running! It makes me feel so good.
I love being able to take my workouts outside. Recently have been doing jump rope circuits in my backyard and the new atmosphere has been refreshing!
This spring I discovered Flywheel and love it!! It’s such a fun, fast, and upbeat class! The music is always so great too!
Running is my love! These shoes look so comfy!
My favorite spring workout is running and I’m slowly getting myself back into it.
I’m not much of a runner as it is very hard for me. But, I want to like it, so I’m trying to build up! It would be easier if the weather in the midwest would shape up! 🙂
i would LOVE to win a pair! they’re a perfect summer shoe. bright and colorful.