We put together a list of weekly workouts you can do from anywhere you’re able in the month of May. The next time you’re feeling anxious, give exercise a try —studies show that even short bouts can help reduce stress levels. No equipment? No problem! Simply click on a week to get started.
Participation in this or any program is voluntary. Consult your doctor prior to beginning an exercise program or making changes to your lifestyle or health care routine.
Muscle Up – Week 1
Warm up before beginning workout. Complete as many rounds of this bodyweight circuit in 20 minutes, resting 30 seconds between exercises and 90 seconds to 3 minutes between circuit rounds. To reduce intensity, complete each exercise individually resting in between as needed. Recover with some flexibility.
Tabata – Week 2
After a short warm up, grab a timer and take on this Tabata challenge. Perform each exercise at full intensity for 20 seconds followed by 10 seconds of active recovery (keep moving). Repeat each exercise 7 times for a total of 8 rounds. Rest for 1-3 minutes, then, move onto the next exercise. Total time for each Tabata = 4 minutes. To reduce intensity increase rest time. Recover with some flexibility exercises.
I <3 Leg Day – Week 3
Warm up before beginning workout. Complete as many rounds of this bodyweight circuit in 20 minutes, resting 30 seconds between exercises and 90 seconds to 3 minutes between circuit rounds. To reduce intensity, complete each exercise individually resting in between as needed. Recover with some flexibility.
Throwdown – Week 4
Warm up before beginning workout. Complete all exercises in one large circuit (one exercise after the other). Complete 2-4 sets, 10-15 reps (or 20-60 seconds for isometric exercises such as planks). To reduce intensity, increase rest time. To increase intensity decrease rest time. Recover with some flexibility.
HIIT It – BONUS
Grab a timer and hit this HIIT workout. After a brief warm up, perform each exercise for 30 seconds resting 15 seconds between exercises and up to 3 minutes between rounds. Aim for as many rounds as you can complete in 20 minutes. To decrease intensity, increase rest time. To increase intensity reduce rest time. Cool down with some flexibility exercises.
Don’t forget to check out our LIVE fitness classes and our May WorkLife Wellness Toolkit.