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Postpartum Weight Loss Program - Week 4

If you're following the Postpartum Weight Loss Program, the chart below maps out your cardio, strength training, ab and flexibility workouts for Week 4.

Day Cardio Abs Strength Training Flexibility
Day 1 Option 1: Intermediate Interval Workout
Option 2: 40-Minute Cardio Medley
Option 3: Advanced Cardio Blast
Option 4 - Quick Cardio: 15-minute walk

Bonus Challenge: Add 3-5 minutes of medium-high intensity (between Level 6-8 on this perceived exertion chart) exercise at the end of your workout.

Abs & Core    Rest Total Stretch with Bands
Day 2 Rest
Rest

Option 1 - Total Body Intermediate
Bonus Challenge: Add one set of 12 reps for each exercise.
Option 2
- Quick Strength Circuit, repeat for a total of two circuits:Optional Quick Strength Bonus Challenge: Repeat at least two of the above exercises for 30-60 seconds.
Total body stretch
Day 3 Option 1: Burn 300 in 30 Minutes. Choose from one of three workouts (treadmill, elliptical or bike) for a 30-minute workout.

Option 2: Stroller Walk: Walk for 30 minutes at a brisk pace while pushing the stroller, adding hills for more challenge.

Option 1: Abs & Core
Option 2: Dynamic Abs
Rest Total Body Stretch
Day 4 Active Rest:  Add more activity to your day by taking the stairs, walking more or putting more energy into daily tasks.
Rest Rest Option 1 - Total Stretch with Resistance Bands
Option 2 - Yoga on the Ball
Option 3 - Strengthen & Stretch the Lower Back 
Day 5 Rest
Rest Option 1 - Total Body Intermediate
Bonus Challenge: Add one set of each exercise, performing 12 reps, for a total of three sets.
Option 2
- Quick Strength Circuit, repeat for a total of two circuits:Optional Quick Strength Bonus Challenge: Repeat at least two of the above exercises for 30-60 seconds.
Total body stretch
Day 6 Option 1: Intermediate Interval Workout
Option 2: 40-Minute Cardio Medley
Option 3: Advanced Cardio Blast
Option 4 - Quick Cardio: 15-minute walk

Bonus Challenge: Add 3-5 minutes of medium-high intensity (between Level 6-8 on this perceived exertion chart) exercise at the end of your workout.

Abs & Core  Rest Total Stretch with Bands
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