Partner Training with Nat
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I get asked all the time what my workout routine is & to be honest, I don't really have a set routine that I do. I just kind of do what I feel needs to be worked out whether it's certain body workouts, lots of cardio, or some real good stretching. I like to change things up between Barre classes, rollerblading, kickboxing, self-workouts & working out with friends.
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THANKFULLY one of my very best friends, Natalie, has become a personal trainer & is helping me out with some new partner combinations for when she comes to kick my booty into shape!
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We got together the other day to collect & capture some easy workouts that you can do with your workout buddy. So check out the moves, grab a partner & let's get to toning!
Keep in mind, I do not know all the fancy jargon & correct terminology for these moves, so I am just dumbing it down in my own words!
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First you will want to do some light cardio to get your blood pumping & heart racing.
Nat suggested jogging/running, jumping rope, or whatever is easiest for you as a warm up.
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After a little cardio, we hit my least favorite, but very necessary workout- pushups. I can't do more than 10 but doing them in reps helps a lot for having breaks in-between!
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Lemon squeezers are one of my favorites! Sit on your booty, push your legs out in-front of you then squeeeeeeze your abs to pull your legs into your chest. I keep my hands behind me if I start to lose balance, but you can challenge your balance by putting them infront of your chest.
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To work the legs, booty & abs at the same time, Nat & I did this move, great for partners! Stand back-to-back with your partner, dip into a squat, then pass a weighted medicine ball to each side, tucking in your core each time you twist!
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As you can tell, we like to work. those. abs. For this core killer we kept the medicine ball, hit the ground & go into sit up position. Lay on your back, legs between your partner's legs & sit up, passing the ball back & forth each time you come up. Keep in mind while passing to tuck your belly in so you are getting as much out of this workout as possible!
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Nat looks way better doing this, in case you decide to do some solo moves between workouts. Or if your buddy needs a break...aka a quick snack.
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Finish up by stretching you muscles out, walking or light jogging to cool down, & then grab your favorite protein shake to help your muscles recover. If you want to be as kick- butt as Natalie, you can throw yourself on your head & do some insane yoga poses. I however will sit back at chill my body out.
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As I have said in a past post, yes I feel super awkward while I work out unless I am at the gym at my apartment on my own. No, I don't do all of the poses & moves perfectly, BUT I do kick my booty & work hard. I refuse to change my diet drastically {I need my daily does of sweets} or start working out so hard that I nearly pass out, but I do know my body & know how to push myself to get desired results when I really want to reach my goal.
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If you need some assistance or you have any questions, feel free to let me know! Nat is so good & will give the best advice & feedback for workouts! If you want to see more, let us know & we can put some more stuff together to post for y'all to see. Some of my favorite workouts are going to be coming in a new post soon, so let me know if you'd want another post like this, or if you have a better idea that works for you, just comment below or shoot me a message!
I hope you all enjoy the rest of your week & thank you again for checking out this post with my fit as heck best friend, Natalie!
To see more from her, check her out on instagram @nattle.bee!
XO, Shea Leigh