1) You need to stick with full-body exercises that allow you to train several muscle groups at once. That’s the only way that you’ll get out of the gym and onto the golf course /beach /boat in less than 45 minutes and still be able to improve your body. Think: Squats & Thrusts / Chins & Leg Raises / Wide-grip rows & Parallel Dips

2) You need to stick with a practical, low-fat diet that fills you up, nourishes your body, is well-balanced and includes healthy fats, lean proteins and “good” carbohydrates. Think: Thin-crust chicken panini; olive oil & vinegar salad dressings; oatmeal & fruit; protein shakes.

3) You need to include effective core exercises (NOT countless ab crunches) to release your inner 6-pack. Think: Stability Ball roll-outs, Landmines, Planks & T-Ups

4) You need to work in short-burst intervals that effectively combine a good cardiovascular workout and a good weight-lifting workout. Think: 4 & 2 minute intervals of 80% /40% intensity on the treadmill for 20-30 minutes 3x week / super-sets alternating between 2 complementary muscle groups.

5) Start today. Summer is 6 weeks away.

cheers

Doug