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Day 026 - Strength Training and Proper Nutrition

10 minute strength training routine at Level 1 intensity = 60-70% max. HR plus 15 minute stretching routine.        Training via ActiveMail

TODAY YOU HAVE TWO WORKOUTS. FIRST IS A 10 MINUTE STRENGTH ROUTINE AT LEVEL 1 INTENSITY. Increase the number of reps of each exercise from 25 to 30, still 2 sets. Remember to practice good form and breath while you move. Because you have less time, increase the speed of the exercises slightly and do the exercises with 30 seconds rest between each and 1 minute between each set. YOUR SECOND WORKOUT IS TO DO A 15 MINUTE STRETCHING ROUTINE. Make sure you are getting enough energy, especially carbohydrates, in your diet. Ideally, your diet should be about 50-60% carbohydrates, 15-20% protein and 20-25% fat. If your objectives include weight loss, be sure that your caloric consumption is less than your caloric expenditure for the day, but not by more than 100-200 kcal. You want to loose weight gradually, so that you can keep your weight down.