Biceps and Back Blast Workout

In a strength workout that combines biceps, back, and cardio you will be toning your arms while getting your heart rate up. Easy to do at home with a set of dumbbells, or in the gym, this workout is a perfect addition to any arm day plan.

For whatever reason, it was easier to workout consistently when I was teaching full time.

Okay, maybe not easier, but more routine.

While teaching, I had two main options that I chose from to get in some fitness. Either, I would wake up early (4:30am) to workout in the basement for 30-40 minutes before hopping in the shower and heading to work, or I would hit up the basement gym after the kids went to bed for a 20-30 minute sweat.

Now, it seems like I have no consistent time to make fitness happen.

Relying on getting up early is difficult because the kids can be up at any moment.

When they finally crash at night, I use the quiet to check in with clients, write blog posts, and create training plans.

The past few weeks, I have taken to working out either outside or in our living room (depending on the weather) after their quiet time/naps. Though, sometimes neither child naps, or Zoey needs something every five minutes during her quiet time, or they both pass out for three hours and do not get up until 4pm.

I could workout while they rest, but covet that midday time to myself to peacefully clean up from lunch, fit in a few client check ins, or just relax.

With their sleep schedules being so up in the air, it makes getting in a workout seem even harder than when I had two consistent options.

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So, why even bother to try and fit in a workout?

Because it truly makes me a better mom, wife, business owner, and pleasant person to be around. Take those 20 minutes to “myself” is so important for my confidence levels, calming my stress, and quelling my anxiety.

In fact, getting in some movement can so repair my patience levels and my overall mood that when it has been a particularly tough day with the kids, Rob will often tell me to go for a run. He knows just how restored it makes me.

This Biceps and Back Blast Workout is an easy one to do at home. All you need is a set of dumbbells. You can do it in the gym as well if you prefer.

Since this workout has you doing a lower amount of reps, you should be lifting a bit heavier than your normal. Try to challenge yourself to go a little above your normal weight. You might surprise yourself!

I adore our Bowflex Adjustable Dumbbells because you literally only need those one things instead of tons of different weights that constantly have to be moved out of the way.