DAY 4 – RECOVERY & FAT BURN CARDIO

Okay, Day 4!

Way to get past the mid-point with legs yesterday! Today we’re stepping off the gas just a bit and taking some time to let the body downshift in gears to get some recovery in from the past few days. This does not mean the needle isn’t moving in the direction of our goals. We are shedding some fat today with a serious calorie burn, improving our stamina, letting our nervous system recharge, and sending a ton of oxygen and nutrients to our tissues. Doing all of this will help us hit our last day even better, whiling helping reduce any soreness you may have from the days prior.

It’s tempting to not move when you’re sore. Trust me, I’ve had those days where being a couch potato sounds wonderful. However, this generally leads to a longer recovery period and having to deal with the announce of stiff muscles. Keep that body in motion and it will help to keep you limber with less soreness sensation. Lastly (amongst many things), it keeps you mentally “in the game”, building the habit of showing up daily for exercise. We were meant to move every day in some way. Maybe we would climb to get some fruit, run to hunt an animal, farm daily to have a plentiful harvest before winter, sprint and jump away from an angry animal, or lift heavy objects to make shelter/build a home. We’re meant to be in motion, PERIOD. So, keep that in the back of your mind…

Having said all the above, feel free to go at a 60-70% pace for a 20-60 minute duration. This is great for watching your favorite tv show, listening to a podcast, learning on youtube, calling a family member or friend on the phone, or better yet going outdoors with them for a brisk walk/hike/jog.

The goal is to have your breathing and heart rate elevated (not crazy like our HIIT on day 2) for a sustained period of time. If you were to talk, it would be “chopped up”, but not to the point you’re gasping. If you’re gasping… slow down. 😉

Enjoy today and see you for our last workout day tomorrow for day 5!

(Shoulders, Arms, and Abs!)

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