Getting Fit for Summer with Carl Sullivan

Carl Sullivan is a highly recognized, titled martial arts champion that has competed in and won a number of events and medals. Trained by instructors from around the world his intensive studies have included Judo, Taekwondo, Boxing, Kickboxing, Mixed Martial Arts, and his specialty, Karate.

For all of his fighting and competitive expertise, Carl is particularly natural at teaching. After earning his first karate black belt at the young age of 13, he began guiding students of ages 4 to 40. Today he continues to instruct, privately teaching students for martial arts and tournament preparation, and taking clients for fitness training and nutrition coaching, centering on overall well being. Adding a perfect complement to his training abilities, Carl is also an expert therapeutic massage therapist using shiatsu and sports injury techniques to focus on easing injuries and soreness.

In fitness, as with anything, the experience of the teacher is often what makes the real difference. In the nineteen years that Carl has been teaching, identifying the emotional and physical blocks and strengths of the student has become instinctive and deeply rooted in his techniques. It's this kind of knowledge that enables him to help people accelerate their progress and maximize their unlimited potential in ways they'd never experienced before.

Looking great for the beach is a good start, but what's even better is lasting change for a zest-filled, healthy life to go with that strong body. You don't have to wait for weeks or months of training results to feel fit, it can start from day one with the right trainer. With his extensive knowledge and experience, Carl will customize a program to meet your exact needs whether it's cardio, strength training, boxercise, isometrics, therapeutic massage, or a combination of everything. An inspired, passionate trainer, Carl is committed to improving the quality of his own life and spreading this vitality to his clients.

HOW DO I GET FIT FOR SUMMER???

It’s best to consult your doctor before commencing any fitness training and find out what’s safe for you to do.

With summer just around the corner there are a lot of people keen to lose weight and start training. Walking on the beach is extra special when you’re looking great and feeling healthy.

In this article I will show you some very basic all-round beginner exercises so you can fast track your way to achieving your personal fitness goals for summer.

There is no shortcut or quick fix to getting fit; it will take a combination of healthy eating, discipline and consistency. With these training steps it will only take you 10 - 15 minutes maximum per day to work out. Training should never be a chore, it should always be fun, imagine you’re entertaining people each time you train!

I advise my clients not to ‘crash course’ diet. To be consistently healthy and fit it does require a lifestyle change meaning: early nights whenever possible, make a habit of eating breakfast, don’t eat dinner too late, take your supplements, find healthy snack alternatives, and most importantly LOTS of water. If you want to enjoy life and indulge then do it in moderation, try to devote Monday to Friday to looking after yourself.

1. Cardio Warm Up

For a warm up and to increase cardio, skipping is excellent. Skipping is great for the legs, not only is

it low impact, it helps with footwork, co-ordination, rythm and balance.

Work a timer, start with 3 x 1 minute rounds with a 15 sec break in between.

Start of slow, keeping the arms stable in the above position with wrist movements only.

TIP - Try skipping to your favorite music. If you prefer not to use a skipping rope, simply run on the spot with legs raised high or start jump at 3 x 1 min rounds. A warm up is necessary prior to commencing exercise.

2. Upper Body

Weights are great for strength and toning. Start with dumbells using light to medium weight.

The exercise here is a "dumbell curl" , aleternate each arm again 3 x 1 minute rounds, with a 15 seconds break in between.

Increase your dumbell weight as your training increases.

3. Isometrics and Strength

Push ups are great for toning the chest and arms. Start of slow with these, work on a personal best, see how many you can do in 1 minute.

Remember to breath and keep the back straight

4. Stomach and Abs (Abdominals)

Position yourself like the photo on top, or for more balance lay your forearms flat to the floor. Keep your back straight and focus to stay stable for 1 min.

5. Stomach and Abs (Abdominals) 

This exercise is to tone the side abs and muscles.

Alternate sides and touch your heels for 1 minute.

6. Stomach and Abs (Abdominals)

This exercise tones upper abs and muscles. Bring your upperbody all the way to the floor

and touch your toes. Do as many as you can in 1 minute.

7. Stomach and Abs (Abdominals)

Hold your legs straight and off  the floor for 1 minute.

Finish with at least 1 minute of stretching with 7 - 10 seconds per single stretch.

Wheather you are living on the Gold Coast or studying or on a holiday and you want ot get FIT, give carl a call !!