Shape Up For Summer 6 WEEK TRAINING PLAN Welcome to the Lifestyle Fitness 6 week Shape Up for Summer programme. This training programme will help you on your journey to a fitter, healthier new you ready for the summer sun. This training plan is intended for women but there is no reason why men could not carry it out. Although we want you to enjoy your next 6 weeks of exercise it is not a very long period of time so this training programme is intense and requires a lot of hard work and dedication from you if you want to get closer to achieving your goals. Results are not guaranteed. It must be stressed that you do not participate in exercise or this training programme until you have consulted and been cleared by your physician and completed our induction process. Diagrams are not provided. If you are unsure about any of the exercises or phrases used in this training programme you must speak to one of our instructors. A full glossary of terms can be found in this document. This training programme has been created for Leicester City Council’s Lifestyle Fitness and must not be sold or recreated for any purpose unless permission is granted by Leicester City Council. This training programme is for use in Leicester City Council’s Lifestyle Fitness Leisure Centres only. Participation in this training plan and its containing programmes is done so entirely at your own risk. Leicester City Council will not be held responsible for any injury or medical condition incurred or worsened. © Leicester City Council 2014 Shape Up For Summer GLOSSARY OF TERMS RPE Rate of Perceived Exertion. This is commonly used to determined how intensely you are working. The scale referred to in this training programme is the 1-10 scale. 1 representing low exertion and 10 representing very, very hard or maximum exertion. Familiarise yourself with the scale below as it is referred to throughout this training plan. 1 Rest 2 Very Light 3 Light 4 Fairly Light 5 Somewhat Hard 6 Hard 7 Very Hard 8 Very Very Hard 9 Extremely Hard 10 Maximum TIME Time is either referred to as a full programme duration as an approximate, usually found in the top right of the programme card. Or it is referred to within the actual programme to distinguish how long the exercise/activity or part of an exercise/activity should be carried out for. These times are ideals and should be used as a goal. WARM UP Every workout should start with a warm up. It should consist of a gentile set of exercises aiming to gradually warm the muscles and raise the heart rate in preparation for the workout ahead. MAIN WORKOUT This is the core of your training session. During this time your heart rate and exertion levels will be raised. Focus on listening to your body, keep technique and form controlled and breathing patterns constant throughout. REPS REPS s short for repetitions. It is the amount of times you should perform your exercise. SETS Sets refers to the cumulative of repetitions performed. They are usually separated by a rest period. COOL DOWN The cool down is performed at the end of your session. This may consist of an integrated cool down on your last piece of cardio and/or stretches. It is vital that you give the cool down your full attention as it may help you to avoid injury. © Leicester City Council 2014 Shape Up For Summer 6 WEEK SCHEDULE - FEMALE WEEK 1 Day 1 Programme = Resistance 1 Congratulations! You have taken the first step into your Shape Up For Summer journey and a fitter and healthier lifestyle. This session is based on weights with a fully body 30 minute circuit. This will help prepare your body and mind for the weeks ahead. Day 2 Activity - 30 minute Swim (optional) To start with this is optional but is ideal for recovery after your weights session yesterday. Even if it's a gentile swim it will help keep your muscles moving and set the way for good routine. Day 3 Programme = Cardio 1 It's time to hit some cardio and the best way right now is intervals to help increase your metabolic rate. Day 4 Rest Day These are SO important! Your body needs time to rest and recover. Always find time to plan these into your training schedule. They are great for a little nutritional planning. Your protein requirements are slightly elevated when you are training regularly so try to increase your intake. Great sources of protein include eggs, meat, fish, dairy products, nuts and lentils. Day 5 Activity - Class (optional) Have a look at your centres timetable. You want something that is going to increase your heart rate but not overly strenuous. Try Zumba or Pilates for example. Day 6 Rest Day Keep a log of your actvities and what you managed to achieve, you may surprise yourself. Day 7 Rest Day Excellent work! Your first week is complete! Well done! Shape Up For Summer 6 WEEK SCHEDULE - FEMALE WEEK 2 Day 1 Programme = Resistance 1 We are kicking off week 2 with the same resistance workout as last week. Concentrate on technique and see if you can increase your weight. Remember to speak with one of the instructors if you are Day 2 Activity - Class (optional) For an extra lower body blast try this optional Spin class, get your thighs pumping! Day 3 Programme = Cardio 1 Staying with intervals but try to increase the speed for more of a challenge! Day 4 Rest Day Start looking at the types of foods you eat. Lean cut meats are lower in saturated fats. Reduce your intake of refined sugar found in cakes and biscuits. Day 5 Programme = Resistance 2 It's time for your second weights session of the week. We give supersets a try today, lower body followed by upper body, getting the heart pumping as well as working those muscles! Day 6 Activity - Brisk walk or jog (optional) If you didn't take up one of the optional workout days last week try and do one this week. Gentle exercise is a great way to help reduce muscle soreness as circulation is increased. Day 7 Rest Day Try to change some of your usual snacks to more healthier ones like cereal bars, natural yoghurt, nuts, seeds, vegetable sticks. Shape Up For Summer 6 WEEK SCHEDULE - FEMALE WEEK 3 Day 1 Programme = Resistance 3 Its time to hit the core! This resistance workout incorporates the core as well as upper body. Day 2 Activity - 30 minute Swim (optional) After the increased intensity workout you had yesterday a gentile swim will be great for recovering those sore muscles. Day 3 Programme = Cardio 2 In today's cardio session make sure you get the intensity right, don't go too easy. Day 4 Rest Day Hydration – Hydration – Hydration! People don't realise the importance of hydrating your body. It will boost your recovery! You should be aiming to increase your fluid intake more on your workout days, 2-3 litres! Day 5 Programme = Resistance 4 Its time to hit the core! This resistance workout incorporates the core as well as lower body. Day 6 Activity - Class (optional) Keep yourself motivated by utilising group workouts and make the most of all the facilities we have on offer for you! Day 7 Rest Day DOMS - Delayed Onset Muscle Soreness. It's perfectly natural and means you are doing something right. The muscles need to be 'damaged' to encourage them to repair and grow. Shape Up For Summer 6 WEEK SCHEDULE - FEMALE WEEK 4 Day 1 Programme = Resistance 3 Wow, week 4! You have done great! We are repeating last weeks session but concentrate on control and where possible increase your weights and try to complete two sets this time. Day 2 Activity - Class (optional) How about a Pump Class or Body Conditioning Class to bring out those results and test your muscular endurance? Day 3 Programme = Cardio 3 Staying with intervals for your cardio but increasing the intensity. Remember to increase your water intake on workout days. Day 4 Rest Day Look back on your nutrition, recap and see where further changes can be made. Remember little changes often will help you keep in a good routine rather than lots all at once. Make sure your staying hydrated. Day 5 Programme = Resistance 4 Wow, week 4! You have done great! We are repeating last weeks session but concentrate on control and where possible increase your weights and try to complete two sets this time. Day 6 Activity - Class (optional) Its been a tough week…you up for a challenge to really finish off this great week? How about a Spin class? Day 7 Rest Day Four weeks are now complete! Well done! Only two more to go! Shape Up For Summer 6 WEEK SCHEDULE - FEMALE WEEK 5 Day 1 Programme = Resistance 5 We kick off week 5 with a total body blitz to put your cardio and muscular endurance to the test. Day 2 Activity - 30 Minute Swim (optional) If you're feeling a little sore today try getting in the pool for a recovery swim. Day 3 Programme = Cardio 4 Incline is the name of today's cardio and hills is the game! Get powering! Day 4 Rest Day Rest, refuel, and hydrate! Day 5 Programme = Resistance 2 We are bringing back supersets this week. Track your results and compare them to the session from week 2. Day 6 Activity - Class (optional) Have you braved the option class task yet? Why not try and squeeze it in today and boost your calorie burn. Day 7 Rest Day Can you believe it? You have only one more week to go! All you hard work will soon pay off. Revisit some nutritional aspects and see if there are any more changes you can make. If you're unsure, speak to one of our fitness instructors. Shape Up For Summer 6 WEEK SCHEDULE - FEMALE WEEK 6 Day 1 Programme = Resistance 3 You have arrived at you final week. Give this all you have got! We are finishing off with upper body and core and remember to do two sets not one. Day 2 Activity - Class (optional) Try an optional class today like Pump Max to help tone up and define every area of your body! Day 3 Programme = Cardio 4 Try pushing your speed up for every high intensity interval. Day 4 Rest Day You are nearing the end of your 6 weeks now. Reflect back on your progress so far and keep in mind all these great new habits you have picked up. Day 5 Activity - 30 minute Swim Back in to pool for a recovery swim. Active rest days are just as important as active days. Day 6 Programme - Resistance 4 Let's finish off your amazing 6 weeks of hard work with a high quality weights session on lower body and core. Remember to complete two sets not one. Day 7 Rest Day Congratulations! You did it. 6 weeks of hard work now you're ready for the beach! Remember, all that hard work doesn't have to stop there, speak to an instructor about advancing to the next level, after your holiday of course! Shape Up For Summer - FEMALE CARDIO ONE Disclaimer Programme Information Do not attempt this programme unless you have been shown how to perform the exercises correctly. If you are unsure please speak with a member of staff. Duration: 50 minutes (approx) Results are not guaranteed and are dependant on many factors. Average Exertion: RPE 7 You partake in this programme at your own risk. WARM UP Machine Treadmill Time 5 minutes Exercise Brisk walk RPE 5 Notes Gradually increase the intensity over the 5 minute workout MAIN WORKOUT Treadmill Total Time: 15 minutes Intervals: Brisk walk-Jog OR Jog-Run Incline: 1.0 Repeat the following 5 times alternating between the two Speed Walk or Jog Speed Jog or Run Interval Time 2 minutes Interval Time 1 minute RPE 6 RPE 8 Notes Choose a moderate pace for this interval Notes Increase the pace for this minute Rower Total Time: 9 minutes Intervals Repeat the following 6 times alternating between the two Speed Moderate effort Speed Vigorous effort Interval Time 1 minute Interval Time 30 seconds RPE 6 RPE 8 Notes Keep a moderate pace for this interval Notes Increase the pace for this minute Cross Trainer Total Time: 16 minutes + cool down Intervals Repeat the following 4 times alternating between the two Speed Moderate effort Speed Vigorous effort Interval Time 3 minutes Interval Time 1 minute RPE 7 RPE 8 Notes Keep a moderate pace for this interval Notes Increase the pace for this minute COOL DOWN Ensure you complete the programmed cool down on your last machine then proceed to stretches. Hold each stretch for 30 seconds. At the end of a workout it is essential to have a cool down session. It is vital that you give the cool down your full attention as it may help you to avoid injury. Ensure a sufficent cool down and stretcheds have taken place after excersie. Ensure all resistance / free weight exercises are performed in a controlled mannor. Use full range of motion on all weights exercises to ensure a quality workout, but remeber not to lock your joints. Maintain a good breathing pattern on all equioment thoughout your workout. Shape Up For Summer - FEMALE CARDIO TWO Disclaimer Programme Information Do not attempt this programme unless you have been shown how to perform the exercises correctly. If you are unsure please speak with a member of staff. Duration: 50 minutes (approx) Results are not guaranteed and are dependant on many factors. Average Exertion: RPE 7 You partake in this programme at your own risk. WARM UP Machine Bike Time 5 minutes Exercise Moderate pace RPE 5 Notes Gradually increase the intensity over the 5 minute workout MAIN WORKOUT Bike Total Time: 16 minutes Intervals Repeat the following 4 times alternating between the two Speed Moderate RPM Speed Vigorous RPM Interval Time 2 minutes Interval Time 2 minutes RPE 6 RPE 8 Notes Choose a moderate pace and level Notes Increase the pace and level Treadmill Total Time: 15 minutes Intervals: Brisk walk-Jog OR Jog-Run Repeat the following 5 times alternating between the two Speed / Incline Walk or Jog / Incline flat Speed / Incline Walk or Jog / Incline increased Interval Time 2 minutes Interval Time 1 minutes RPE 6 RPE 8 Notes Moderate pace for this interval Notes Increase the pace and incline (2-3%) Rower Total Time: 10 minutes Intervals Repeat the following 5 times alternating between the two Speed Moderate effort Speed Vigorous effort Interval Time 1 minute Interval Time 1 minute RPE 6 RPE 8 Notes Keep a moderate pace for this interval Notes Increase the pace for this minute COOL DOWN Ensure you complete the programmed cool down on your last machine then proceed to stretches. Hold each stretch for 30 seconds. At the end of a workout it is essential to have a cool down session. It is vital that you give the cool down your full attention as it may help you to avoid injury. Ensure a sufficent cool down and stretcheds have taken place after excersie. Ensure all resistance / free weight exercises are performed in a controlled mannor. Use full range of motion on all weights exercises to ensure a quality workout, but remeber not to lock your joints. Maintain a good breathing pattern on all equioment thoughout your workout. Shape Up For Summer - FEMALE CARDIO THREE Disclaimer Programme Information Do not attempt this programme unless you have been shown how to perform the exercises correctly. If you are unsure please speak with a member of staff. Duration: 60 minutes (approx) Results are not guaranteed and are dependant on many factors. Average Exertion: RPE 8 You partake in this programme at your own risk. WARM UP Machine Treadmill Time 5 minutes Exercise Brisk walk RPE 5 Notes Gradually increase the intensity over the 5 minute workout MAIN WORKOUT Bike Total Time: 20 minutes Intervals Programme: Manual Repeat the following 5 times alternating between the two Speed Moderate Speed Vigorous Interval Time 2 minutes Interval Time 2 minutes RPE 6 RPE 8 Notes Moderate pace and level for this interval Notes Increase the pace and level Treadmill Constant: Brisk walk OR Jog Total Time: 20 minutes Programme: Hills Speed Moderate effort RPE 7 Notes Keep a moderate pace throughout. The incline will change itself Cross Trainer Total Time: 10 minutes Intervals Repeat the following 2 times alternating between the two Speed Moderate effort Speed Vigorous effort Interval Time 4 minutes Interval Time 1 minute RPE 7 RPE 8 Notes Keep a moderate pace for this interval Notes Increase the pace for this minute COOL DOWN Ensure you complete the programmed cool down on your last machine then proceed to stretches. Hold each stretch for 30 seconds. At the end of a workout it is essential to have a cool down session. It is vital that you give the cool down your full attention as it may help you to avoid injury. Ensure a sufficent cool down and stretcheds have taken place after excersie. Ensure all resistance / free weight exercises are performed in a controlled mannor. Use full range of motion on all weights exercises to ensure a quality workout, but remeber not to lock your joints. Maintain a good breathing pattern on all equioment thoughout your workout. Shape Up For Summer - FEMALE CARDIO FOUR Disclaimer Programme Information Do not attempt this programme unless you have been shown how to perform the exercises correctly. If you are unsure please speak with a member of staff. Duration: 60 minutes (approx) Results are not guaranteed and are dependant on many factors. Average Exertion: RPE 8 You partake in this programme at your own risk. WARM UP Machine Bike Time 5 minutes Exercise Moderate pace RPE 5 Notes Gradually increase the intensity over the 5 minute workout MAIN WORKOUT Cross Trainer (with arms) Total Time: 20 minutes Intervals Repeat the following 4 times alternating between the two Speed Moderate effort Speed Vigorous effort Interval Time 3 minutes Interval Time 2 minutes RPE 6 RPE 8 Notes Keep a moderate pace and level Notes Increase the pace and level Rower Total Time: 10 minutes Intervals Repeat the following 5 times alternating between the two Speed Moderate effort Speed Vigorous effort Interval Time 1 minute Interval Time 1 minute RPE 6 RPE 8 Notes Keep a moderate pace for this interval Notes Increase the pace with long power strokes Treadmill Total Time: 18 minutes Intervals: Brisk walk-Jog OR Jog-Run Repeat the following 6 times alternating between the two Speed / Incline Walk or Jog / Incline flat Speed / Incline Walk or Jog / Incline increased Interval Time 1 minutes Interval Time 2 minutes RPE 6 RPE 8 Notes Moderate pace for this interval Notes Increase the pace and incline (2-3%) COOL DOWN Ensure you complete the programmed cool down on your last machine then proceed to stretches. Hold each stretch for 30 seconds. At the end of a workout it is essential to have a cool down session. It is vital that you give the cool down your full attention as it may help you to avoid injury. Ensure a sufficent cool down and stretcheds have taken place after excersie. Ensure all resistance / free weight exercises are performed in a controlled mannor. Use full range of motion on all weights exercises to ensure a quality workout, but remeber not to lock your joints. Maintain a good breathing pattern on all equioment thoughout your workout. Shape Up For Summer - FEMALE RESISTANCE ONE Disclaimer Programme Information Do not attempt this programme unless you have been shown how to perform the exercises correctly. If you are unsure please speak with a member of staff. Duration: 40 minutes (approx) Results are not guaranteed and are dependant on many factors. Average Exertion: RPE 7 You partake in this programme at your own risk. WARM UP Machine Treadmill Time 5 minutes Exercise Brisk walk RPE 5 Notes Gradually increase the intensity over the 5 minute workout MAIN WORKOUT Full body workout in circuit style - Keep all movements slow and controlled. The lat two repetitions should feel like a challenge. Repeat the following 2 times - Chose a weight that makes the last 2-3reps a challenge Exercise Reps Rest RPE Lunges 15 30 seconds 7 Reverse Flys (On ball, with Dumbbells) 15 30 seconds 7 Chest Press 15 30 seconds 7 Trice dips 15 30 seconds 7 Bicep Curls 15 30 seconds 7 Crunch on Ball 15 30 seconds 7 Back Extensions 15 30 seconds 7 Notes COOL DOWN Hold each stretch for 30 seconds. At the end of a workout it is essential to have a cool down session. It is vital that you give the cool down your full attention as it may help you to avoid injury. Ensure a sufficent cool down and stretcheds have taken place after excersie. Ensure all resistance / free weight exercises are performed in a controlled mannor. Use full range of motion on all weights exercises to ensure a quality workout, but remeber not to lock your joints. Maintain a good breathing pattern on all equioment thoughout your workout. Shape Up For Summer - FEMALE RESISTANCE TWO Disclaimer Programme Information Do not attempt this programme unless you have been shown how to perform the exercises correctly. If you are unsure please speak with a member of staff. Duration: 40 minutes (approx) Results are not guaranteed and are dependant on many factors. Average Exertion: RPE 7 You partake in this programme at your own risk. WARM UP Machine Treadmill Time 5 minutes Exercise Brisk walk RPE 5 Notes Gradually increase the intensity over the 5 minute workout MAIN WORKOUT Supersets - Complete the group of 4 exercises in a row before taking your rest Repeat the following once - Chose a weight that makes the last 2-3reps a challenge Group Exercise Reps Rest RPE A Free Standing Squats 15 none 7 A Shoulder Press (Dumbbells or Barbell) 20 none 7 A Free Standing Squats 15 none 7 A Shoulder ress (Dumbbells or Barbell) 20 1 minute 7 B Lunges 20 none 7 B Press Ups (Box, 3/4 or Full) 20 none 7 B Lunges 20 none 7 B Press ups (Box, 3/4 or Full) 20 1 minute 7 C Lat Pulldown 15 none 7 C Crunches on Ball 20 none 7 C Lat Pulldown 15 none 7 C Crunches on Ball 20 1 minute 7 Notes COOL DOWN Hold each stretch for 30 seconds. At the end of a workout it is essential to have a cool down session. It is vital that you give the cool down your full attention as it may help you to avoid injury. Ensure a sufficent cool down and stretcheds have taken place after excersie. Ensure all resistance / free weight exercises are performed in a controlled mannor. Use full range of motion on all weights exercises to ensure a quality workout, but remeber not to lock your joints. Maintain a good breathing pattern on all equioment thoughout your workout. Shape Up For Summer - FEMALE RESISTANCE THREE Disclaimer Programme Information Do not attempt this programme unless you have been shown how to perform the exercises correctly. If you are unsure please speak with a member of staff. Duration: 35-50 minutes (approx) Results are not guaranteed and are dependant on many factors. Average Exertion: RPE 7/8 You partake in this programme at your own risk. WARM UP Machine Bike Time 5 minutes Exercise Moderate pace RPE 5 Notes Gradually increase the intensity over the 5 minute workout MAIN WORKOUT Core and upper body workout - Keep all movements slow and controlled. Repeat the following once-twice - Chose a weight that makes the last 2-3reps a challenge Reps Rest RPE 15 30 seconds 7 1 min 30 seconds 7 15 30 seconds 7 Front Plank 1 min 30 seconds 7 Superman 15 30 seconds 7 Assisted Pull Ups 12 30 seconds 7 Press Ups (Box, 3/4 or Full) 12 30 seconds 7 Tricep Kickbacks 12 30 seconds 7 Shoulder Press 12 30 seconds 7 Bicep Curls 12 30 seconds 7 Exercise Crunches on Ball Side Plank Oblique Side Crunch on Ball (alternate) Notes COOL DOWN Hold each stretch for 30 seconds. At the end of a workout it is essential to have a cool down session. It is vital that you give the cool down your full attention as it may help you to avoid injury. Ensure a sufficent cool down and stretcheds have taken place after excersie. Ensure all resistance / free weight exercises are performed in a controlled mannor. Use full range of motion on all weights exercises to ensure a quality workout, but remeber not to lock your joints. Maintain a good breathing pattern on all equioment thoughout your workout. Shape Up For Summer - FEMALE RESISTANCE FOUR Disclaimer Programme Information Do not attempt this programme unless you have been shown how to perform the exercises correctly. If you are unsure please speak with a member of staff. Duration: 35-50 minutes (approx) Results are not guaranteed and are dependant on many factors. Average Exertion: RPE 7/8 You partake in this programme at your own risk. WARM UP Machine Bike Time 5 minutes Exercise Moderate pace RPE 5 Notes Gradually increase the intensity over the 5 minute workout MAIN WORKOUT Core and lower body workout - Keep all movements slow and controlled. Repeat the following once-twice - Chose a weight that makes the last 2-3reps a challenge Reps Rest RPE Reverse Crunch on floor 15 30 seconds 7 Russian Twists with Medicine ball 15 30 seconds 7 Standing Side Bends (Dumbbells) 15 30 seconds 7 Back Extensions 15 30 seconds 7 Squats (Dumbbells) 12 30 seconds 7 Leg Extension 12 30 seconds 7 Leg Curl 12 30 seconds 7 Hip Adduction 12 30 seconds 7 Hip Abduction 12 30 seconds 7 High Ste Ups (Step height above knee height) 12 30 seconds 7 Exercise Notes COOL DOWN Hold each stretch for 30 seconds. At the end of a workout it is essential to have a cool down session. It is vital that you give the cool down your full attention as it may help you to avoid injury. Ensure a sufficent cool down and stretcheds have taken place after excersie. Ensure all resistance / free weight exercises are performed in a controlled mannor. Use full range of motion on all weights exercises to ensure a quality workout, but remeber not to lock your joints. Maintain a good breathing pattern on all equioment thoughout your workout. Shape Up For Summer - FEMALE RESISTANCE FIVE Disclaimer Programme Information Do not attempt this programme unless you have been shown how to perform the exercises correctly. If you are unsure please speak with a member of staff. Duration: 35 minutes (approx) Results are not guaranteed and are dependant on many factors. Average Exertion: RPE 7/8 You partake in this programme at your own risk. WARM UP Machine Cross Trainer Time 5 minutes Exercise Moderate pace RPE 5 Notes Gradually increase the intensity over the 5 minute workout MAIN WORKOUT Full body workout - Do as many as you can in 30 seconds but still keeping good technique. Repeat the following twice Exercise Time Rest RPE Leg Press 30 secs 30 secs 8 Chest Press 30 secs 30 secs 8 Lunges (Static) - swap legs after 15 secs 30 secs 30 secs 8 Tricep Dips (Assisted or body weight) 30 secs 30 secs 8 Lateral Pulldown 30 secs 3 secs 8 Step Ups (Step height above knee height) 30 secs 30 secs 8 Shoulder Press (Dumbbells) 30 secs 30 secs 8 Crunches on Ball 30 secs 30 secs 8 Back Extensions 30 secs 30 secs 8 Notes COOL DOWN Hold each stretch for 30 seconds. At the end of a workout it is essential to have a cool down session. It is vital that you give the cool down your full attention as it may help you to avoid injury. Ensure a sufficent cool down and stretcheds have taken place after excersie. Ensure all resistance / free weight exercises are performed in a controlled mannor. Use full range of motion on all weights exercises to ensure a quality workout, but remeber not to lock your joints. Maintain a good breathing pattern on all equioment thoughout your workout.
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