Spring Break Strong: A Quick Total Gym Tune-Up
Maria Sollon, MS, CSCS, PES
Spring break isn’t just a vacation. It’s a vibe, an energy shift, a reason to shake off the winter slump and move with purpose! Whether you’re packing for paradise or just craving a fresh start, this fast and effective Total Gym workout will sculpt, tone, and have you feeling confident in no time.
Why Spring Break Matters
Beyond the sun and sand, spring break is the perfect mid-year reset. It’s a chance to refresh, recharge, and reawaken your body after months of bundling up. A quick, efficient workout can boost your energy, sculpt your muscles, and set the tone for an active, feel-good getaway. Plus, it will get your body prepared for summer!
The Workout
This Tone Up routine is designed to tone, strengthen, and define your muscles so you can get “spring break strong” in record time.
Directions:
- The workout contains 5 Moves that can be adapted to your strength by adjusting the incline level.
- Perform your own warm-up and cool-down.
- REPS: Aim to perform 20 reps / exercise.
- SETS: Perform this circuit as a one-and-done set or repeat for extra intensity. (Do what fits your schedule best.)
- Take a break as needed and have fun!
Set Up: Low-Medium Level, Cables Connected
- Bridge Kicks (Right/Left Leg): Targets the glutes, hamstrings, lower back, shoulders, and arms while reinforcing core stabilization. This movement builds strength, balance, and coordination as you control each kick with precision.
- Arm & Leg Circles: A dynamic full-body movement that challenges core stability while toning the arms and legs through controlled, multi-directional motion. This exercise enhances mobility, coordination, and muscular
- Side-Lying Arm & Leg Sweeps: Focuses on strengthening the arms and legs while maintaining core stability. Engages the inner and outer thighs, shoulders, biceps, and triceps for improved balance and muscle tone.
- Surfer Row: Strengthens the upper, middle, and lower back, while also activating the triceps and torso. This powerful pulling motion improves posture, core control, and overall upper-body endurance.
- Angel Sweeps: A total posterior chain exercise that strengthens the entire backside of the body, including the rear shoulders, back, triceps, glutes, hamstrings, and calves. This fluid movement enhances muscle endurance and flexibility while reinforcing postural support.
Be sure to check out the workout video to see exactly how to perform each move on your Total Gym.
Tone It Up!
No time to waste, just results to gain. With this Total Gym routine, you’ll be set to swap the winter layers for a spring-ready physique. Stay consistent, stay confident, and get ready to own your spring break!
Train Hard,
Maria
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