How to Get Fit Quick

This is a simple workout plan that will allow you to get fit quick and see fast, positive changes in your physical appearance. Get in the gym, hit the track, and be in shape fast!

Difficulty: Moderately Challenging

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• Gym membership
• Open field/track for running
• Water
• Motivation

1. Pick four days out of the week that you can dedicate approximately 30 minutes per day to get in shape. That's right, two hours per week is all it takes to get fit quick.

2. 
    
   Lifting weights will help you get fit quick by shedding fat quickly

   Day One: Complete 3 sets of the following exercises with 1 minute of rest between each set.
   1) Deadlifts
   2) Chin-ups/Pull-ups
   3) Lunges (increase difficulty by holding dumbells)
   4) Dumbell Flyes
   *If you do not know how to do one of these exercises, ask one of the instructors at your local gym!

3. 
    
   Sprints will help you get fit quick by increasing your metabolism

   Day Two: Find an open field or track at a local school. Step off and mark a distance of approximately 100 yards. Sprint this distance, as quickly as possible a total of 6-10 times, with 2 minutes of rest in between each sprint. For an added challenge, complete 10-20 pushups during the rest period.

4. Day Three: Complete 3 sets of the following exercises with 1 minute of rest between each set.
   1) Dumbell Bench Press
   2) Upright Rows
   3) Dips
   4) Squats

5. Day Four: Repeat Day Two

6. You can reasonably expect to see positive results in as little as two weeks. With dedication and motivation, you will be able to get fit quick.

Tips & Warnings

• Be sure to eat a healthy breakfast every morning.
• If possible do your running on grass, it's easier on your legs!
• If there is snow on the ground, use a treadmill at the gym for running days, run fast for 1 minute, then walk for 1 minute (total of 12-20 minutes).
• Start with very light weights and increase your weight as you are able.
• Complete proper stretching before and after all exercise days.

[aerialacro]

on 8/10/2009 I am very into fitness, health and exercise! Good article!

[static404]

on 2/20/2009 Another excellent articlle. Short bursts of exercise are great.

[kkelley89]

on 2/8/2009 Good ideas. Sprints are a great way to lose weight and get right down to that toned muscle!