Mixing up your workouts is a sure way to get optimal results with your weight loss and fitness regimen.  But there are three basic elements that each workout should consist of.

If you make sure that you include some of each of the following elements in every workout then you know you have a well rounded and balanced workout that
will give you the best results possible.

1) Cardio

Cardio vascular exercise

The first element is Cardio, also known as aerobic exercise.  The aerobic element in your exercise routine can be something traditional like walking, running, cycling, stair-climbing or elliptical machines just to mention a few.  But you can also get adequate cardio vascular exercise by increasing the speed and intensity of your body weight exercises or resistance exercises.

You are directly increasing the rate in which your body burns calories by improving your cardiovascular fitness level.

2) Resistance Training

Weights or resistance bands

The second is the anaerobic element.  These exercises require that you work the muscles of your body against some sort of resistance.  To provide this kind of resistance you can make use of hand weights, machines, weighted balls or bars, elastic resistance bands or even your own body weight.

Working the muscle against resistance causes it to break down so it can rebuild stronger and leaner every time.

3) Stretching

Stretching exercises

Flexibility training helps you to perform your cardio and resistance exercises better and with less chance of injury. Most people aren’t really aware of the importance of a good stretching routine as part of the scheme of things.  Staying flexible keeps you looking younger and more mobile – don’t skip this important part of your workout.

With the Hot Burning Body I made it really easy for you because you get all these elements in one.  I have made sure that each exercise has a good balance between all three these very essential elements.  You won’t even have to think about it but at the same time you can be sure that you will be getting everything you need.

The Hot Burning Body workout is a well balanced system that allows you to get the most benefit in the shortest time possible.  In thirty to forty five minutes you will get a kick-butt workout that will leave you feeling energetic and that will help you reach your fitness and weight loss goals.

Also have a look at the most effective and latest craze in the fitness world… Kettlebell training. I have two amazing Kettlebell workout DVD’s available for you. One for beginners and on for more seasoned kettlebell enthusiasts. It is the best way to burn calories and get your strength training and cardio-training all in one.

But no matter what method you might choose to work out, always remember – a well balanced workout is just as important as a well balanced meal!

Kind regards

Vanessa Bader

P.S.  The Hot Burning Body workout gives you all the cardio vascular, resistance and flexibility benefits all in a fast paced and fun workout!

Everyday I read something different. One person says you should do weight bearing exercise and the other says you should stay away from the weights because you will injure yourself and do damage to your body, you should only do body weight exercises.

Now, have you ever noticed that you might be really in shape and fit for one thing – one activity, but then not for the other?  For instance… you might be able to play a whole game of football or rugby because you conditioned your body to do so, but then your try to swim ten laps and you can barely do it?

My point is that of course being fit and in shape doing one activity is going to help you do another with more ease, but if you want your body to be in the best condition ever, I say you need to do as many different kinds of exercise as possible.

Each kind of exercise has a place in the world of fitness and weight-loss and the more you can mix it up the better.

Besides, one of the main reasons people do not continue working out is because they get bored.  I can’t tell you how many of my clients come to me saying: “I stopped working out because I got so bored I just could not motivate myself to get to the gym anymore”

When you mix it up and you try different kinds of exercise, not only is it more interesting and exciting, but you challenge your body and your mind on so many different levels that you will see incredible results. The results alone is the best motivation.  When I see results, that is when I want to do even more!

For those of you who do not know, I am a dancer who is passionate about Pilates and yoga, but at the same time I also do weight training and Kettlebell training.  That way – I keep my workouts interesting and fun and I am constantly challenging my body on different levels.

So why in the world stick to only one method of training? The more you can mix it up the better. Therefore I have two amazing workout series available for you… (And a third on the way) By all means start with the one first and then maybe add the other later.

My Hot Burning Body workouts give you everything you need – variety, excitement and constant challenge so there is not time to get bored.  You will be looking forward to your workout every day because you can mix it up – Every day something different to give you maximum benefits!

I provide you with an array of body weight exercises that have been put together in the most unique way… not the same boring old “let’s do ten of this and ten of that”.

My Kettlebell workout is great for anyone who has not done kettlebells before. But this workout will give you unbelievable cardio vascular endurance, functional strength and is a full body workout like none other. The advanced Kettlebell workout will be coming your way very soon.

Burn Maximum calories in minimum time as well as getting all the benefits of a healthy, strong and toned body!

To your health and strength

Vanessa Bader

P.S. So, the final answer to the question?  I say – Mix it up! No need to just stick to bodyweight exercises or only do weight bearing exercises, I say – do it all!