I guarantee that every age group, from young to old, will be challenged and entertained
by the variety of bodyweight exercises. In fact, I bet you'll get a real kick out
of doing exercises from your youth again.
I look forward to hearing how you like the workouts, and let me know how many pushups
you can do!
Q: Craig, I weigh over 250 pounds. Heck, it's a lot closer to 300 pounds. I
haven't really exercised in a while either, but I feel pretty good otherwise. No
aches or pains. Can I still do your Turbulence Training program? Will I be able
to do interval training?
Answer:
This is a really popular question. The good news is that I've worked personally
with many men that are over the 300 pound mark, and we've successfully incorporated
the Turbulence Training principles into their workouts.
You just have to:
- Get clearance from your doctor that you are ready to start an exercise program
- Start with the introductory and beginner Turbulence Training phases.
I include beginner level workouts in all of my manuals. There are step-by-step guidelines
on how to get started, including a day-by-day 21-quick start guideline for beginners.
It will show you how to turn your unhealthy lifestyle around in just three weeks.
As for the interval training, please remember this: It is all relative. You don't
have to run sprints up a hill in order to call your workout an interval workout.
You might simply increase your treadmill walking speed from 3.3mph to 3.6mph for
1 minute and then drop it back down. Those are the correct intervals for your relative
fitness level. As you improve, you will be able to work harder. But never worry
about comparing yourself to others.
Also, Dr. Chris Mohr, Ph.D., has included specific calorie and
protein recommendations for overweight individuals. The TT Fat Loss Nutrition Guidelines
will keep you on track for fat loss in 2007.
Q: Has your Turbulence Training program worked for women, or is it just for
male fat loss? I want a program that works on my butt, not just my biceps. Help!
Answer:
Don't worry, the Turbulence Training program is not gender specific. All of the
great exercises that are in the program will work on the muscle groups that both
men and women want to focus on.
After all, who doesn't want a firmer butt, flatter abs, and a better chest?
Best of all, the efficient and effective exercise group that I mentioned earlier
includes squats, lunges, presses, and rows. These exercises are essential for both
men and women, and will give you the total package regardless of gender.
And don't forget, the scientifically-proven Turbulence Training workout manual has
used by hundreds of women to burn fat and sculpt their body.
Get in, get out, get lean,
Craig Ballantyne, CSCS, MS
Author, Turbulence Training