The 8-WEEK MS Fitness Challenge
WEEK 5 - DOUBLING DOWN
Progress Sheet
WEEK #5 BONUS CHALLENGE: Post a video of yourself performing the SAME activity you want to improve on that you posted on Week 2. Let's see if there are any improvements yet!
WEEK #5 AGENDA: Welcoming you to the Half-Way Point. Attempting to add more time to your sets. Focus on Your Form.Lower-Body Exercise Session.
WEEK #5 TIPS: Don't be discouraged if you can't add more time to your exercises - like the crunch. High-Intensity exercise is all about challenging your muscles so that they get stronger. The times you reach and the goals you make are just there to ensure that you're exercising at a high-intensity. The times you get are not a reflection of your success. If you're exercising at a high-intensity level 2-3 times a week then you're already successful!
SAFETY TIPS: Keep a fan on you. Turn down your A/C to 68 degrees or COLD. Keep your hair off your neck. Remove any sharp corners or tables from your exercise area. Drink ice cold water between every exercise. Make sure to continue to breathe during the exercise, continue to remind yourself not to hold your breath.
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8 Week Challenge - SCHEDULE
WEEK 1 -- Laying Down the Foundation - Mobility & Balance
WEEK 2 -- Waking Up the Muscles - Foot Drop, Core, and Upper Body
WEEK 3 -- Walking Strong - Mobility & Balance
WEEK 4 -- All About That Core - Foot Drop, Core, and Upper Body
WEEK 5 -- Doubling Down - Mobility & Balance
WEEK 6 -- Perfect Form and Technique - Foot Drop, Core, and Upper Body
WEEK 7 -- Sticking with Exercise - Mobility & Balance
WEEK 8 -- Final Effort - Foot Drop, Core, and Upper Body
WEEK 9 -- Graduation!
"My mission is to change lives through strength training by providing safe and effective workouts to those living with Multiple Sclerosis all Across the World." - David Lyons
Certified Trainers With Years of Experience Treating Multiple Sclerosis
David Lyons
Founder of MS Fitness Challenge
Jeff Gotte
Exercise Physiologist M. Ed - BS Exercise Science NSCA-CSCS, ACE-PT
Along with MS Workouts, David works with organizations such as Multiple Sclerosis Foundation, Medical Fitness Network and MS Views & News to help educate and train both fitness professionals and MSers on the importance of fitness, nutrition, and mindset in battling this disease. David's goal is to bring exercise and healthy nutrition to every person living with MS.
In 2009, Jeff co-founded Practical Fitness in Austin, TX, a private personal studio specialized in strength training for busy professionals. Jeff has personally executed thousands of sessions with individuals dealing with many types of physical challenges, ranging from hip and knee replacements to lung transplants. Jeff also oversaw Practical Fitness strength training pilot program for individuals with MS sponsored by the MS Society.
