January 16, 2013, 12:00AM PT in Fit Life |
Pressed for time? 3-in-1 Combo Exercises
Pressed for time at the gym? Up the intensity by combining three great exercises into one challenging move that helps you make the most out of your workouts. Check out these three combos that will have you breaking a sweat in no time.
Medicine Ball Combo
- Jump Squat
- Medicine Ball Bounces
- Burpee Variation with Toe Taps
BOSU® Combo
- Knee to Elbow Plank Variation
- Push-Up
- Mountain Climbers
No Equipment Combo
- Skaters
- Plie Squat
- Side Plank Sequence
By Jessica Matthews, MS, E-RYT
Jessica is an Exercise Physiologist for the American Council on Exercise and a fitness blogger, writing Weight Watchers, Fitbie and SHAPE. She is an adjunct professor at MiraCosta College, teaching courses in the Department of Kinesiology, Health and Nutrition. She holds a bachelor’s degree in physical education teacher education from Coastal Carolina University and a master’s degree in physical education from Canisius College, as well as two ACE certifications (Group Fitness Instructor and Personal Trainer); she’s also an experienced registered yoga teacher (E-RYT) through Yoga Alliance. Prior to her role at ACE, Matthews was the aquatics director for Conway Medical Wellness and Fitness Center, a hospital-based wellness center. She has also designed curriculum for health and physical education, grades K-12. As an ACE spokesperson and blogger, Matthews has been featured as a fitness expert on CNN and has been quoted in various publications including USA Today and O, The Oprah Magazine.
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