*Sculpting RX is one of the many videos I use at home to guide me through my strength training. I’m motivated by the “Use it or Lose it” saying. I’m not looking for a body builder physique, but there’s nothing wrong with toning what you have… right?
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Kelly Coffey-Meyer has been in the fitness industry for a while, but I just discovered her videos a few years ago. I like her workouts because she typically starts a movement, and then builds on it. She also tells you what muscle groups you’re working – even in the warmup. In her *30-Minutes to Fitness – Sculpting Rx, Kelly’s pace is perfect for me. No crazy jerky movements where I am more likely to hurt myself. YAY! Most importantly, she continually provides guidance on proper form throughout the workout.
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Video Workouts
The video program consists of Workout #1 and Workout #2. This free Sculpting Rx video excerpt on YouTube provides a great sampling of exercises in both workouts. The warmup segment is the same for both workouts. What’s great is you can either pick one of the workouts, or select one of the multiple premix combinations available. Each one ends with light stretching. As always, please do note the warnings/disclaimers at the beginning of the program, and definitely listen to your body.
My Workout Video Strategy
Regardless of what type of workout it is, I always pre-view the routines on the video before my scheduled workout day. There’s nothing worse than setting aside the time to workout, only to discover you don’t like it enough to do it! For routines with weights, I first start with no weights. I then add my lightest weights (2 lb dumbbells). Then I progress to 3 lb, and then 5 lb, etc. In fact, if I haven’t done weights in a while, I start over this way as well.
Sculpting RX Workout #2
Oddly enough, my favorite routine on the video is Workout #2. It’s a little over 30 minutes long and uses lighter weights (5 lb dumbbells or lighter). In my opinion, this is a great starting point. I love how the routine contains short cardio segments intermixed with the weight routines. There is a floor segment for the chest and core as well. I must confess, I rarely make it to this part of the workout, and I am generally resistant to getting down on the floor. 😀
Sculpting RX Workout #1
Based on my strategy, over time I gradually worked my way up to Workout #1. Coming in at a little over 35 minutes, I typically go as far as I can. Currently my heavier weights are 8 lb and 10 lb dumbbells. Early on, I invested in an *Adjustable Stepper mostly to use as a bench as they do here. I also invested in a pair of *weightlifting gloves.
Challenging Aspects
In both workouts, there are definitely some challenging aspects of the routines. In both routines, there are pushups, and in Workout #1, there are also the Dips. (Oh no! Not the Dips!!!) To be fair, it is time that I start challenging myself to do more of what I am resistant to. 😉
Join Me?
What about you? Are you looking to supplement your strength training routines at home? *Sculpting Rx may be just what you need! Get your own copy and join me! Do you have a different favorite strength training workout? Let me know in the comments.
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