Burns MORE calories than a 60 minute run. PDF Print E-mail
Written by OHmommy   
Friday, 30 October 2009 00:00
Exactly one year ago, I posted my very first "exercise" video online for the world to see. Since then I have spent a whole lot of dollars on a high intensity fat-burning/toning class with my trainer Mark. It has been worth every penny because I am not self motivated in the exercising department and desperately need someone to push me. I look forward to the "me" time when I can focus on just that. Me.

 

But not everyone has the funds or the time to selfishly invest in themselves.

 

I am here to tell you that the statement above is false.

 

What I am about to share with you, my friends, is a two minute dumbbell exercise that you repeat three times. When done correctly with a heavy dumbbell or a gallon of milk (I used a 25 lbs dumbbell) with an experienced trainer by your side, your six minutes of dumbbell exercises will burn more calories than one hour on the treadmill. It will get your heart pumping and leave you breathless. This dumbbell matrix is what I end my workouts with each day. Every single one of you reading this has 6 minutes in their day and an empty gallon of milk you can fill with sand.... so behold, I demonstrate to you, what cost me a whole lot of dollars to learn:

 

OHmommy workout from OHmommy on Vimeo.

 

Here it is in snail form:

 

1. Dumbbell thrusters X 5

2. Dumbbell push to press, squat X 5

3. Row X 5

4. Push press X 5

5. Row (alt arm) X 5

6. Push press (alt arm) X 5

7. Cork screw X 5

8. Cork screw (alt side) X 5

 

Repeat three times. Allow yourself a one minute break in between. A six minute workout that, when done under the supervision and guidance of an experienced trainer, will burn more than a 60 minute run. Or you can wing it yourself and sign off on any injuries you might occur because I told you that you need a trainer next to you. It's perfect for those of you that want to shape and tone your arms. If you are in the Cleveland area and want an incredible one hour workout that will burn calories for 24 hours you can contact markaderry at yahoo dot com and tell him OHmommy sent you.

 

Next week on classy chaos:  the barbell exercises.

 

FTC disclosure:

I have not been paid or given anything in exchange for this post.

I'm simply sharing my knowledge with you, my friends, and the FTC and suck my big sweaty toe.

Last Updated on Friday, 30 October 2009 07:34
 

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# anns rants 2009-10-29 21:39
Good lord, woman! As if we didn't love you enough?

I can't wait to get jiggy with my jug.
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# Maria 2009-10-29 21:40
You're so ridiculously awesome.
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# Miss 2009-10-29 21:41
OK OK after seeing your guns, I'm SO doing this. And I hate exercise.
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# Miss Behavin 2009-10-29 21:43
I need to get jiggy with it myself, and music like that is a darn good motivator. Thanks for sharing!
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# schmutzie 2009-10-29 21:43
You look so powerful! Is it bad that I didn't even know dumbbells came in that size?
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# Managed Chaos 2009-10-29 21:46
I am so with you on needing to be motivated by someone else...I used to take 2-3 classes a week (sent B&B to the kids room while I worked out...it was awesome). Then they grew up and complicated everything. Gotta figure out how to fit classes back into my routine. And BTW, don't you dare delete that video...you could be the next Jillian ;o)
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# Hockeyman 2009-10-29 21:57
Looks like a good burn! Got anything to work the core? My gut needs a little toning...

As a tip, you could use an old milk jug and fill it with sand or water. No one wants to workout with the scent of spoiled milk!
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# Suburban Princess 2009-10-29 22:03
I got tired just reading that!
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# Bee 2009-10-29 22:07
Wow! That was awesome. I'm going to try that after my baby's born!
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# Jennifer 2009-10-29 22:11
Hockeyman if you tighten your abs while you are doing these exercises it will also work your core.

Thanks Pauline and don't dare delete this, please!
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# Kate Coveny Hood 2009-10-29 22:18
Now you're making me feel guilty! I haven't worked out seriously since August and I at a pint of ice cream while my twins napped today. Gross.

By the way - I was in Cleveland the other weekend for family wedding. The rehearsal dinner was at Crop Bistro and the wedding dinner was at Fahrenheit. Wonderful, elegant events. I also enjoyed the short time I spent walking around the city (around our hotel, the Renaissance). It was chilly though - makes me realize how far south DC is!
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# melissa 2009-10-29 22:19
i'm going to try that when i'm not dying of a hurt ankle.
awesome, chica!! you got guts woman!!
xoxoxooxo
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# Teresa 2009-10-29 22:20
LOL, I am probably one of the few that does not have a full gallon of milk in my fridge. I don't even have 1/2 a gallon. But I might go buy a gallon just so I can do this workout.
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# Krista 2009-10-29 22:20
Dear OHmommy: You're awesome. And by awesome, I mean totally awesome.
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# mama kat 2009-10-29 22:23
Dang...you're hardcore...and you look AWESOME. Totally inspiring!! Mark's doing an great job, I'm sure he's worth every penny!
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# Jill 2009-10-29 22:26
Look at you!! I should try that. I want to be CUT and tennis alone isn't doing it for me.

Thanks for the motivation.
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# DE Heather 2009-10-29 22:28
Awesome! Thanks so much for sharing this-you totally rock!
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# Elaine 2009-10-29 22:30
Dang woman, you are buff. I'm gonna have to work my way up to that (it may take a year...) but that looks like an awesome routine. Thanks for sharing it with us.

And really, hope you never want to kick my ass for any reason... ;-P
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# pgoodness 2009-10-29 22:34
You rock!!
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# Kat 2009-10-29 22:46
Awesome. You rock!
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# Claire 2009-10-29 23:18
This is awesome! Now imagine doing that rocking those hawt red boots from your first workout video?!
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# Michelle 2009-10-30 00:11
Look at you go!

Please don't hate me for saying this, but I would be careful about having your readers do these exercises unsupervised. If don't incorrectly (and that's where a good trainer comes in!), someone could suffer serious injury to the back, particularly with exercise 6. I am NOT a trainer, but I have worked with one for the last year and a half and if I've learned nothing else, I've learned that proper form when pushing weight is not only critical, but can prevent serious, serious injury!

Just throwing that out there!

You keep on keepin' on though, girl! You look great!
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# Michelle 2009-10-30 00:11
Oops, I meant to say if "done incorrectly". Sorry for the typo!
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# The Daily Stroll 2009-10-30 00:12
And I thought my two day a week bootcamp was bad...yikes. That looks hardcore! I need to try it! Thanks for sharing! BTW..you look awesome!
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# Michelle 2009-10-30 00:15
I am so sorry! I just re-read your blog more carefully and completely and see where you stated at the end "under the supervision of an experienced trainer". I am so sorry! I was just imagining people running out and filling milk jugs with sand and winging these exercises which could be dangerous for some.

My humble apology for not reading through the entire blog before commenting. Consider me smacked!!!!
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# Pauline 2009-10-30 07:49
LOL Michelle, no problem. I did add that in because I am merely "sharing" what I do. And you do need someone to show you how to complete the exercises correctly.
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# BusyDad 2009-10-30 00:37
Is this a spectator sport?

Rock on, P!

I just started doing crossfit and we incorporate a lot of the pushpress and kettlebell stuff. I know how killer hard that can be! Props to you!
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# GreenInOC 2009-10-30 02:18
There was a part where you were jumping up while lifting the weight over your head - do you realize that NO part of you jiggled while you did that?!

I jiggle when I sneeze!!
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# Zoeyjane 2009-10-30 03:41
Damn, woman!
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# Kimberly Dixon 2009-10-30 06:35
Love, love Mark's class also. Good for you it's a very hard but rewarding class.
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# Secret Mom Thoughts 2009-10-30 07:13
Looks great. Thanks for sharing.
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# Dan Leone 2009-10-30 07:39
H O Double T!
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# Jo-Lynne 2009-10-30 07:47
Good lord woman! I can see why you need a trainer next to you. I'd need someone there to catch me when I fall over. ;-)
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# kim-d 2009-10-30 10:00
Okay...not only are you an absolute gem for passing along the workout tips, but your workout outfit is cute, too!

As always...you rock!
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# Sherry 2009-10-30 10:07
Very inspiring today as I sit here in my workout clothes (have yet to work out) eating toast slathered with butter and honey....how guilty do I feel?? Very!
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# traci 2009-10-30 10:14
I have thought a trillion times over about posting one of my clips from Boot Camp. You may have just inspired me!! Work it! Now, Markaderry make sure Ohmommy isn't locking her knees!
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# pamela 2009-10-30 23:27
pauline. you have totally inspired me!
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# amy 2009-10-31 08:44
How's your back feeling? Now I am going to have to try them at the Rec. Thanks for the inspiration.
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# smilinggreenmom 2009-10-31 11:15
Insanely fantastic! Whew, sweating now!
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# melissa 2009-10-31 12:19
my husband and i are getting a trainer. one of his ex-students is a personal trainer now!! i'm going to show her this video when she starts with us because this looks awesome!!
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# Loukia 2009-10-31 12:25
My arms just fell off after watching that... you're awesome!
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# Janice 2009-10-31 12:59
Awesome! I would love to have you cross-post that on my blog as a guest post. Maybe I could cross-post one of my posts? I have one about finding the time to exercise that your readers may be interested in.

Keep up the good work!
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# clarkinfestedwaters 2009-10-31 19:44
You are just amazing! If I had tried that stunt, I surely would have "hit the floor"! You go!
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# Lindsay 2009-11-03 00:32
I love that you put the video to Apple Bottom Jeans! Totally cracking me up! Thanks for posting. I'll have to give it a try!
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