Your perfect Halloween costume prep workout!

October 13, 2:37 PMBoston Fitness ExaminerSarah Dussault

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Look fit in your Halloween costume with this circuit workout (SarahFit)

Halloween is thought to be an excuse for women to dress up in trendy sexy costumes in public.  However, do you have the body to wear the flirty costume you dream of?  Follow this plan developed by Beacon Hill Athletic Club personal trainer, Jessica Bergenfield to get faster results from your fitness routine.

The routine:

Complete the recommended number of reps for each exercise and move directly into the next exercise.  After you complete all 4 moves, rest 1-3 minutes and repeat 3 more times.  Do this exercise 3 times a week on non consecutive days in addition with a low sodium, low sugar diet.  Limit carbs, and eliminate refined carbs.  Lastly, increase your lean protein intake.   On days you are not strength training, aim to get 30-60 minutes of cardio.  Try not to do steady state cardio but spice things up with intervals, and alternating intensity between songs.

Exercise #1: Weighted burpee with row

Do 10 reps with 5-10 lb dumbbells.

Exercise #2: Squat with Overhead Press

Do 10 reps with 5-10 lb dumbbells.

Exercise #3: Push-ups

Do 10 reps.  Beginners can perform a modified pushup, on their knees rather than toes. 

Exercise #4: Walking Lunges with Raises

Do 10 reps on each leg, alternating between lifting arms to the sides and in front of shoulders with 5-10 lb dumbbells.

Unfamiliar with these moves?  Watch the slide show below!

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