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Apr 12

The simple fitness plan to prevent weight gain while working from home – Telegraph.co.uk

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Annie Deadman is not only a 50-something pocket rocket, shes the perfect #fitspo breath of fresh air for these strange, claustrophobic times. Her 21-day Blast Plan, delivered to your inbox, includes an eating plan as well as workouts. Its all about well-coached strength training and cardio. But done with humour.

Yes, but its not funny ha-ha. What I mean is that I found Annie fun, straight-talking and instantly relatable; someone who fell into fitness in her 40s and set up her online business two years ago, whos more inspirational than scary-fit. There are four workout videos each week in the Blast One Plan course (theres also Pilates Blast and Blast Two, if youre looking for something more tailored). Each one is designed so you can do it anywhere, on any device.

If you have a smartphone and about 6ft to move around in, yes. And, unlike some online trainers who rush through routines, Annie together with her helpful sidekick, personal trainer Aaron Roberts-Rudland takes you through the moves slowly and carefully so you can follow them. If youre a little creaky or have injuries, she suggests low-impact options.

Everything from mountain climbers to calorie-torching burpees, star jumps and lunges. Every workout is different and lasts about 30 minutes (Short and sweet, Annie would say).

Dont you worry, Annies workouts arent easy and there are different intensity levels to choose from for each one. You will feel them the next day, no matter what your level.

As well as the workouts, Annie sends a daily email of tips to keep you on the straight and narrow. Plus, when you sign up, you get a pack of recipes and portion-size guidelines. (She suggests you follow a dairy-, sugar- and wheat-free diet, but you dont have to. Take it from me, she has a sixth sense and knows if anyone is sneaking in chocolate)

Annies book, The 21 Day Blast Plan (HarperCollins, 18.99), available from Amazon, features all the workouts, a portion and nutrition plan, and more than 100 healthy recipe ideas.

Squats

10-20 reps With feet hip-width apart, lower yourself down slowly so your hips are almost level with your knees. Squeeze your glutes to drive yourself back up.

Forward alternating lunges

10-20 reps, 5-10 each leg From a standing position, step forward with one leg and lower your hips towards the floor, then come back to a standing position. Repeat with other leg.

Star jumps

15-30 reps Also called jumping jacks. Jump, extending both legs out and in, and let the arms follow suit. For a low-impact version, just tap each leg alternately out to the side.

Easy press-ups

5-12 reps Get down on to all fours, then slide your knees back a little. Ensure your head is beyond your hands. Lower yourself towards the floor (you dont have to touch it) then push back up as if you were pushing the floor away from you.

Annie's next Blast Plan starts on 25 April and costs 69. To book, visit theblastplan.com

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