No work out today... just had my cocktail in the morning and two meals on the go... spent 10 hours of my day being my baby's co-pilot in Indiana all day... Happy to be back!!

Tomorrow... a run is in order... no idea how many miles will be logged. Lol...

Enjoy the weekend people!! And get ready to make it a fabulous week next week!! Now here is another good exercise to keep in the mix!! =D

4. Walking lunges (Works: legs, butt)

What you need: a clear stretch of floor

How to do it: Stand with feet shoulder-width apart. Keep chest high and abs tight as you step forward with your left foot, landing on your mid-foot and lowering yourself until the knee is at a 45-degree angle. At the same time bend the right leg until your right knee almost contacts the floor; continue stepping forward with each lunge (keep your torso erect, not leaning forward), alternating legs. Repeat 20 reps on each leg.

Why you need it: These lunges increase core strength, flexibility, and endurance, and they benefit the cardiovascular system, says Volkmer. "It helps when walking up stairs or hills."

Published May 2012, Prevention

Updated May 2012