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Summer Bikini Workout Series: Part 1 – Total Body Tone

20 Apr

Schooooool’s out…for…summer! Even though I graduated two years ago (ok maybe it was a lot longer than that), I still jam to that song whenever I think of the upcoming summer months. Summer brings an anticipation everyone looks forward to – BBQ’s, parades, outdoor happy hours, and swimsuits!!! Oh wait, not looking forward to swimsuits? You might be after this summer bikini workout series: part 1 – total body tone!

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This summer bikini workout series is the first of FOUR total sculpting, calorie burning workouts to get you in top shape for bikini season!

For the next four weeks I’ll be posting workouts that you can do anywhere, anytime, that will get your bod ready for any swimsuit. All over sculpting and toning with a calorie-busting cardio circuit sprinkled in there and you’ve got yourself a bikini-ready workout routine perfect for showing the beach who’s boss (that’s you).

I enlisted the help of my fabulous sister to demonstrate every move, lift, and jump in this series, breaking it down for you, step-by-step. Because after all, that’s what little sisters are for (doing dirty work when you don’t want to). I may have told her to stop looking constipated and played drill sergeant demanding a lower squat or higher kick, but it all came from the heart. Love you sis!

So grab a set of hand weights and let’s get to it. Summer is fast approaching!

Bicep Curl Squat to Leg Lift

Summer Bikini Workout Series Part 1 - Total Body Tone. Bicep curls to side leg raise

Start with your feet shoulder-width apart, weights at your sides. Bend your knees to execute a squat (making sure your knees aren’t shooting past your toes) and bend your elbows simultaneously to execute a bicep curl (palms facing up). Straighten your elbows to bring the weights down in front of your thighs as you stand upright and lift your left leg out to the side. To get the maximum result, make sure your lifted leg is slightly behind the standing leg and hips in line with your shoulders (don’t stick your butt out). Repeat the curl and leg lift on the other side. Do 15 repetitions.

Added challenge: As you squat and bring your leg up, stop for a second, then lift your leg another 2-3 inches higher. Repeat on the other side

Sumo Squat Tricep Dip

Summer Bikini Workout Series Part 1 - Total Body Tone. Sumo squat tricep dips

Start with your feet wider than shoulder-width apart, toes facing out. Lift your arms overhead, palms facing each other. Bend your knees into a side sumo squat as you bend your elbows and gently lower the weights behind your head, keeping your elbows close to your ears. Lift your arms overhead and straighten your knees back to standing. Make sure to keep your chest lifted the entire time, core engaged, and do 15 repetitions.

Added challenge: Jump up to your highest position as you bring your arms overhead. 

Forward Lunge Shoulder Raise

Summer Bikini Workout Series Part 1 - Total Body Tone. Forward lunge shoulder raise

Start with your feet together, arms at your sides. Step your right foot forward and keep your left leg planted (knee hovering a foot or two from the ground) executing a forward lunge. As you lunge, lift your weights to shoulder height, palms facing each other. Step your right foot back and repeat with your left leg. Do 15 repetitions.

Added challenge: Add three 2-inch pulses down with your legs and up with your arms every time your lunge and lift. 

Sitting Sumo Squat Bicep Curl

Summer Bikini Workout Series Part 1 - Total Body Tone. Sumo squat bicep curls

Stand with your feet wider that shoulder-width apart, toes facing out. Bend your knees to execute a wide sumo squat. Rest your elbows on the inside of your thigh, palms facing up. Keeping that static hold in your legs as you bend your left elbow and lift the weight up to your left shoulder, executing a bicep curl. Do 15 repetitions on your right, then 15 on your left.

Added challenge: Lift your heels off the ground and keep the squat while you balance on the balls of your feet (releve)  the entire time. You may need to bring you feet a little closer together to execute this comfortably.

Fly to Row

Summer Bikini Workout Series Part 1 - Total Body Tone. Fly to row

Stand with your feet together, bend forward slightly at your waist, and bring the weights in front of your thighs (palms facing each other). Keeping a slight bend in your elbows, lift your arms up to the highest point, elbows facing up. Bring your arms down to the original position, then bend and lift your elbows back, squeezing your shoulder blades together as you lift the weights towards your chest. Do 15 repetitions.

Added challenge: Lift your heels off the ground and stand on the balls of your feet (releve). Bend your knees to lower your body down as far as you can, bend forward at your waist slightly, and maintain your balance as you execute the upper body moves.

Do this entire circuit three times. If the first round wasn’t challenging enough, increase the weights and add the “added challenge” tips for each exercise.

Stay tuned for next week’s awesome bikini workout series!

Disclaimer: Please note that there may be some affiliate links on this page and I will earn a small commission if you purchase through those links. However, all opinions are my own. Thank you for your support.

 

This summer bikini workout series is the first of FOUR total sculpting, calorie burning workouts to get you in top shape for bikini season!
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Comments

  1. Cara says

    April 20, 2016 at 5:22 am

    You have the best workout routines! Can’t wait for the rest of the series 🙂

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:16 pm

      Oh Cara I love you. Thanks friend!

      Reply
  2. Jenny says

    April 20, 2016 at 7:00 am

    I totally need to try these since I am trying to get both a summer bod and a wedding bod.
    Pinning this now!

    xoxo, Jenny

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:16 pm

      Get it girrrrrrl!! And congrats!!

      Reply
  3. Becky @ Disney in your Day says

    April 20, 2016 at 7:48 am

    I’m so ready for summer! I definitely need to tone up for summer though. I was thinking about trying the 21 day fix again, but maybe I’ll give some of these a go too!

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:15 pm

      I do that too! Although not in any order, just when I need a quick workout. That, combined with my paleo lifestyle works great. If you like 21 day fix routines you’ll love this series Becky!

      Reply
  4. Greta says

    April 20, 2016 at 8:10 am

    Bookmarking this! I’m trying to tone up for summer trips. I’ll definitely try these!

    Greta | http://www.gretahollar.com

    Reply
  5. Heather with WELLFITandFED says

    April 20, 2016 at 8:13 am

    I love full body workouts! I also love that most of your workouts have little to no equipment. So great! Looking forward to the next installment.

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:13 pm

      Can always count on your support Heather! Thanks friend 🙂

      Reply
  6. Heather @ Polyglot Jot says

    April 20, 2016 at 8:19 am

    o0o0o I love these! Well, love/hate them..you know how it is! Cant wait to give it a whirl!

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:12 pm

      TOTALLY know what you mean, no explanation needed. Hehehehe. Thanks Heather!

      Reply
  7. Allison Jones says

    April 20, 2016 at 8:28 am

    This looks like a great workout. I love moves that work multiple muscle groups. Thanks for sharing!

    LiveLifeWell,
    Allison

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:11 pm

      YES totally getting the most bang for your buck. May as well be efficient when you are working out, right?! Thanks Allison!

      Reply
  8. Jessica Bradshaw says

    April 20, 2016 at 8:42 am

    Great! I will have to print out and add to my list. You are so cute!

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:09 pm

      Great idea! And thanks so much Jessica!

      Reply
  9. Valerie Hansen says

    April 20, 2016 at 10:32 am

    Great list..I have such a hard time making myself do these..but I need to…not in bikini shape yet!

    Valerie
    Fashion and Travel

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:09 pm

      Thanks Valerie! Luckily we have a few months 😉

      Reply
  10. Libby says

    April 20, 2016 at 11:03 am

    I love these exercises and how I can easily do them at home! Definitely adding them to my summer prep workout list!

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:08 pm

      I am all about at-home workouts with a busy toddler. Glad you like them Libby!

      Reply
  11. Klauss says

    April 20, 2016 at 12:15 pm

    Great exercise, I only have a little confused wall of an office building 🙂
    Or it does not matter where to do it? Keep it up 🙂

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:06 pm

      Ha you can do this anywhere! That’s the beauty of it I guess 😉 Thanks Klauss!

      Reply
  12. Shannon says

    April 20, 2016 at 1:02 pm

    Great moves, definitely incorporating some of these into my routine! I love that they work both the arms and legs.

    Shannon
    Clothes & Quotes

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:05 pm

      I love working multiple muscle groups, because hey – time is precious! Thanks Shannon!

      Reply
  13. Cassandra says

    April 20, 2016 at 3:06 pm

    These looks like fantastic exercises! I’m always on the lookout for new routines to try.

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:03 pm

      Enjoy Cassandra! These are good ones!

      Reply
  14. Gunjan says

    April 20, 2016 at 4:38 pm

    Love your exercise tips. I already lift about 10 pounds but I think i need to increase a bit to make my workouts challenging.

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:01 pm

      10 pound hand weights for this workout is amazing! You are going to rock this Gunjan!

      Reply
  15. Annie says

    April 20, 2016 at 6:14 pm

    I love this post! I am always looking for some new moves to add to my workout routine 🙂

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 20, 2016 at 6:17 pm

      Thanks Annie! So glad you stopped by to check them out!

      Reply
  16. Jenn says

    April 20, 2016 at 8:08 pm

    This is such a perfect workout! Love the total body workout. This is totally something I could do during the day when I don’t feel like going to the gym. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 24, 2016 at 12:47 pm

      My pleasure Jenn! Glad I can help you bust out an at-home workout now and then 🙂

      Reply
  17. suzanne says

    April 21, 2016 at 7:56 am

    I’ve never met a squat I didn’t like, and these moves look killer! Can’t wait to try them out. Thanks for sharing 🙂

    http://mykindofsweet.com/

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 24, 2016 at 12:47 pm

      What’s not to love?! They are so dang effective! Thanks Suzanne.

      Reply
  18. Carly @ Fitliving Eats says

    April 22, 2016 at 6:01 am

    Great workout! I love it when you all put together a plan for me so that I already know what I’m doing when I walk in the gym 😉 Happy Summer!!

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 24, 2016 at 12:42 pm

      And you will totally rock it, no doubt! Thanks Carly!

      Reply
  19. Sharon Mante says

    April 26, 2016 at 12:31 pm

    Love your workout series! Saving this one to try out for sure. Need to get my bikini body on point before the summer!

    Reply
    • Chrissa says

      April 26, 2016 at 1:40 pm

      You’re such an amazing support. Thanks girlfriend!

      Reply

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