Hey there #fitfam, welcome back and to our new visitors, thank you for coming! Today we’re going to discuss how a good detox can increase energy and overall wellness. In general, a detox is intended to flush toxins from your body and provide a reset to the digestive system and as a side effect, the metabolism. There’s a variety of detox approaches and depending on the path you choose, the effects may be major or minor changes to the body. In my experience, natural detoxes have longer lasting effects but tend to take a bit longer to produce results. On the other hand, supplement-based detoxes can have faster effects but often do not last as long, specifically once the products have left the system. Whichever method is best for you is to be decided on a case by case basis.
The natural approach can be executed with a juicer and fruits and veggies blended down into a smoothie. These smoothies can be consumed daily for 3-7 days and will typically produce multiple results such as increased energy, better digestion, and possibly a smaller mid-section as bloating is often decreased. Be warned, a good detox may increase the flushing process and it might be advisable to stay near a bathroom. With a flushed out gut, the body’s natural metabolic process can be reset as you are typically eating less bad foods and smaller portions. Your natural digestive process is improved and the effects can last beyond the detox period. The supplement-based detox formula can work but because foreign substances or large amounts of substances the body produces are being introduced, the body relies on those elevated levels to flush. As a result, when the supplements are removed, the body reverts to its previous state.
Find which detox works for you and let me know which you prefer!
March has arrived, let’s target those abdominals! Stay tuned for some cool circuits you can perform in the backyard or local park!
Here’s some general pieces of equipment I recommend you gather to create a solid DIY kit that will cost you $60 or less – a lifetime of equipment for the cost of a 3-month gym membership:
1 – Ropeless jumprope, available on Amazon – Apprx. $8
2 – 5lb dumbbells, available at Walmart, Target, Academy, or other sporting goods stores – Approx. $12
1 – 10lb kettlebell – Approx. $12
1 – Set of heavy fitness bands – Approx. $15
1 – Long stretch fitness band – Approx. $6
Here’s this week’s workout:
Circuit 1
Do each move for 30 or 45 seconds. Rest five seconds between moves (just about the time it should take to transition to the next one). Rest 15 seconds at the end of the circuit. Do the circuit three times.
Dumbbell thruster
Skater hop
Lateral to forward raise
Rest one minute.
Circuit 2
Lateral lunge
Plank jack/Step jack
Hammer curl
Rest one minute.
Circuit 3
Single-leg deadlift to reverse lunge/Deadlift
Lunge jump/Lunge w lateral raise
Push-up
Rest one minute.
Circuit 4
Renegade row to triceps kickback/Single-arm renegade
High knees
Glute bridge with skull crusher/Hip thrust
I hope that you enjoy this journey and can get the most from the information and tips that we provide! See ya next time!
Lastly, I have training programs as low as $75/month that will supplement and guide you to your goals.
If you are interested in following along with my journey or contacting my company, I can be found on social media platforms:
Website – Total Camo Fitness
Thanks for the list of workout equipment that are affordable. I never know what to purchase for home use.
You’re welcome! The items I listed are all you to handle any level of fitness program.
I was actually surprised by how inexpensive it has been to have my own personal gym at home. I mainly have dumb-bells and bands but enjoying working out at home more then I ever did at a gym
Yes! It isn’t expensive at all to get started and no big equipment is needed.
This reminded me that I wanted to start juicing again… juicing is one of the best detoxing practices
Juicing s an awesome detox approach!
I’ve wanted to try a juice cleanse, but didn’t realize it also helps your metabolism. Thank you for the information.
Getting the gunk out can definitely help boost your metabolism.
Great post, and I also really like that you included equipment you can use at home that is affordable. I just remembered we have a juicer in the pantry…hope it still works!
Good luck with juicing, let us know how its going and please share any success stories!