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12 Weeks to Weight Loss - Week 2

In Week 2 of 12 Weeks to Weight Loss, you'll progress by doing more cardio and changing your weight training routine. 

Day Cardio Nutrition Strength/Flexiblity
Day 8

Focus: Interval Training
Beginners Choose One: Beginner Interval Workout, Elliptical Workout for Beginners or Beginner Stationary Bike Workout
Int/Advanced Choose One: Burn 300 Calories in 30 Minutes.
Challenge: Add 3-5 minutes to your cardio workout

Drink an extra glass of water.
Total Body Stretch  
Day 9 Active Rest
Eat a healthy snack Option 1 - Total Body Beginner Workout, Beginner Abs
Option 2 - Total Body Beginner Strength, Level 2, Beginner Abs

Intermediate/Advanced: Total Body Workout, Dynamic Abs.

Challenge: Add one set to each exercise

Day 10 Choose One Workout From: Burn 300 Calories in 30 Minutes, or
Choose your own cardio workout.
Eat a healthy breakfast

Total Body Stretch

Day 11 Active Rest Eat a healthy lunch Choose the same workout as Day 9:
Option 1 - Total Body Beginner Workout, Beginner Abs
Option 2 - Total Body Beginner Strength, Level 2, Beginner Abs

Intermediate/Advanced: Total Body Workout, Dynamic Abs.

Challenge: Add one set to each exercise.

Day 12 Active Rest Eat a healthy dinner Rest or gentle yoga
Day 13 Variety
Boredom Buster Treadmill Workout , or choose another beginner cardio workout
Option 2: Basic Cardio and Strength Circuit Training
Have a Healthy Treat 
Healthy, Low Fat Dessert Recipes
Total Body Stretch

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