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is this to much excercise?
im a 16 year old female, 5ft 8 125 pounds but i do a lot of excercise and wondering if its to much, because my mum thinks im pushing myself to hard.
So
Monday: school, a hour run (approx 7kms uphill) then 1 hour of pilates
Tuesday: school, then soccer training for 1hr and a half.
Wednesday: school, then gym for 2 hours, i do the fitball class then x-train class
Thursday: school, then hip hop dance for 2 1/2 hours.
Friday: school then sometimes work
Saturday: 1 hr in the gym, doing cardio, abs and using machines. Then 1 hour yoga. Then lunch, then hip hop dance for 2 1/2 hours. Then relax with friends or go out
Sunday: relax in the morning (soon to start surf rowing with mates) then soccer for 90 minutes.
So yeah im really busy, but i still have a social life, i love playing sports and going to the gym with friends, but my mum thinks this is way to much. Am i gonna run my body down to much??
Answer:
You are not pushing yourself too hard.
Your just 16 years old and have lots of energy and a gym membership and sports team obligations.
The deciding factor to me would be, do you do these things because you enjoy them? It sounds like you do. If so you are not pushing too hard.
If you are forcing yourself to go to these classes because you are scared of getting fat or similar reasons, ten you may be pushing yourself too hard.
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The Best Abs-defining Workouts
“Core exercises are essential for post-natal women as they suffer from poor truncal stability and weak pelvises. The core exercises mentioned here emphasize the core muscles of the body so as to provide a stable linkage between the upper and lower limbs and truncal stability and are ideal exercises to do after pregnancy,” notes Dr Tan Jee Lim, consultant orthopaedic sports surgeon.
Think of your body as a tall structure. If the foundation is not strong, the building will be structurally unsound. Core muscles are the all-important foundation. Located deep within your torso, these muscles stabilise the spine, pelvis and shoulders and create a solid base of support, enabling you to generate powerful movements.
Pilates
“Pilates is known for its ability to redefine body shapes. The exercises work so deep that you develop a natural corset, allowing you to look taller and more svelte after pregnancy.” Pearlin Siow, Pilates instructor
Two exercises to do:
1. Roll ups
- Lie with legs hip distance apart and bring arms up. Inhale and exhale as you “peel” your back off the floor.
- Stretch on top. Inhale and exhale as you lower your back down to the floor. Remember to draw your navel against your spine all the way down. Do eight reps.
2. Criss-cross
- Bring knees up to 90 degrees and lock fingers behind head. Bring head and shoulder off the floor.
- Inhale and exhale as you twist and point left elbow to right knee and vice versa. Remember to stretch opposite leg out long and keep lower back on the floor. Do six reps.
Yoga
“The slow, focused movements in yoga require a strong mid-section to maintain the poses and these exercises will give you a flatter tummy after pregnancy.” Adeline Tien, yoga instructor
1. Plank pose
- Kneel and place hands directly under shoulders and knees under hips. Inhale and exhale as you lift knees from the floor, tucking toes under and pressing heels back. Keep torso parallel to the floor and maintain a straight line. Draw your lower abdomen into the spine to engage the core muscles and protect your lower back. Stay for 30 seconds to one minute.
2. Full boat pose
- Sit on floor with knees bent, feet flat and hip distance apart. Place hands behind knees from the outside.
- Inhale and exhale as you lift your feet off the floor. Stretch your arms alongside the legs, parallel to the floor. Try to keep the lower belly relatively flat. Lift through the chest and breathe easily. Stay in the pose 10 to 20 seconds. Gradually increase the time to one minute.
Fitball
“Fitball exercises not only give you defined abs after pregnancy, it also enhances your posture and reduces possible spine injuries.” Sebastain Varguese, fitball instructor
1. Squat
- Place fitball on lower back against a wall. Stand with feet shoulder-width apart.
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2. Supine lumbar tilt
- Lie down and place feet on fitball. Contract abs to keep torso light.
- Inhale and exhale as you lift your torso off the floor. Keep arms relaxed and hold for 10 counts, breathing slowly. Do five sets.
Gyrotonics
“Gyrotonic develops strong, lean muscles and greatly improves the mobility of the joints. The movement of gyrotonic is generally circular. The exercises start from the core and will give the body a good stretch after pregnancy.” Ivana Daniell, gyrotonic instructor
1. Side bend
- Sit on a chair with feet hip distance apart, keep a lengthened spine and arms relaxed on the side.
- Inhale and exhale as you stretch to the right. Inhale to come back to starting position and repeat for left side. Hold tummy tight as you do the gyrotonic stretches. Do six sets.
2. Twist
- Sit on a chair with feet hip distance apart and keep a lengthened spine. Place hands lightly on knees.
- Inhale and exhale as you slowly twist your body to the right. Inhale to come back to starting position and repeat for left side. Do six sets.
About the Author
Pearlin Siow is the author of e-book, The Essential Post-pregnancy Weight Loss Guide which features cutting edge weight loss techniques and energizing tips for new mums. For a free ebook sample, go to www.exercisepostpregnancy.com
A certified Pilates instructor with over 200 private and corporate clients, she has organized body wellness programs for Club Med Asia, and is a regular health and fitness contributor to SHAPE magazine.
She is also the best-selling author of motivational business book series, Boss of Me! (www.bossofmesingapore.blogspot.com) which profiles 20 successful entrepreneurs in Singapore. Boss of Me! is available for $15 on Amazon.com.
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