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Boot Camp Workout Programs

October 11, 2009 by ModernMom Staff Leave a Comment

Boot-camp workouts offer a fast-paced challenge that can yield results relatively quickly. Relying on traditional calisthenics, exercises are done one after the other with no rest. This level of activity keeps the heart rate high. You can do boot-camp workouts at home, outside or just about anywhere with very little or no equipment. Choosing a boot-camp workout means strenuous exercise, so check with your health-care provider before starting your new fitness regimen.

Types

Boot-camp workouts all rely on fast-paced exercises that use your own body weight for resistance. Pushups, crunches, jumping jacks and sprinting are typical parts of any boot-camp workout. Workouts designed for beginners are typically less intense, while advanced boot-camp workouts may be quite difficult. Indoor workouts lack the space for sprinting, but are often otherwise quite similar to outdoor boot-camp workouts.

Classes

One of the best ways to try a boot-camp workout is with a class. Look for a boot-camp workout class run by a qualified personal trainer. Many communities and facilities offer indoor and outdoor boot-camp classes. Try to observe a class before signing up. A good boot-camp workout class is hard, but motivating.

Features

Boot-camp workouts are appealing because they are varied and fast-paced. If you have a busy life, you can get a cardio and strength workout completed in just an hour. You can modify a boot-camp workout video or series of exercises as needed to meet your physical needs. You can also increase the intensity as your fitness level improves.

Benefits

If you need to get in shape fast, a boot-camp workout can help you achieve your fitness goals. You can burn as many as 600 calories in an hour of boot-camp class. Within just a short time, you will have toned your muscles, lost weight and improved your overall strength level. If you bore easily, the fast pace and constantly changing nature of a boot-camp DVD or class will keep you interested.

Warning

Boot-camp workouts are strenuous. A full fitness evaluation before starting a boot-camp class is appropriate. Be sure to listen carefully to your body to avoid injury, and be wary of instructors who tell you to push through pain. Ask for assistance in modifying exercises if needed to accommodate your fitness level or an existing injury.

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