Kinect!

What to do with a non-running day?  I still work a full 8 hour day today and I had to take Maverick to the vet, so whatever workout I chose needed to be fairly quick.  Today’s option (and something I hope to continue taking advantage of) our XBOX Kinect!!  We just got the “Your Shape” game and it is actually very cool so far.  I really ENJOYED my half hour workout this morning, right in my own living room.

After taking all of my stats (height, weight, arm span, and a whole bunch of other things) it had me do a fitness test and then the game came up with a training program somewhat tailored to my fitness level.  I have my own personal trainer in the game who does the exercises with me, and if you aren’t hitting the moves quite right it tells you!  I definitely had some issues getting my squats low enough this morning!

After doing a short cardio session with my trainer, I did two 5-minute Zen workout sessions.  These were based on Tai-Chi and the movements were much more focused and slower.  I think it was a good balance after the high energy cardio session.  What I love about this game so far?  It does a great job of tracking my movements correctly, and it will continue to keep track of my stats as I progress!  Also, nothing beats the convenience of not leaving the house… I did these workouts in my pajamas this morning!  J

Off to work…

Sam