Spring is here, it’s gorgeous out, it’s also time to rev up your workout routine and get bikini ready!
After reading all about Scarlett Johansson’s strenuous workout routine – I’m motivated! She had the help of Marvel Training – here it is, in her own words:
“I did a lot of training, just because I wanted to be able to have the physical presence of someone who is entirely capable. And then, of course, I had to actually be kind of capable. Luckily I have had a lot of fight training and weapons training for all those little Marvel movies, so it actually comes in quite handy because it builds this vocabulary. And then did I lot of, you know, a lot of repetition and then a lot of tactical training, which I’d never done before – with room clearing and all that stuff, to just be as efficient with the weapons as possible.”
The Major certainly uses different fighting techniques than Black Widow, so, it makes sense that Johansson’s training would help her get ready to play a similarly agile warrior.
She inspired me to chat with my trainer to boost my HIIT series and give me additional workouts I could do at home, to help me get in “Major Shape”, emphasizing strength and endurance!
Here are some of my favorite moves, which have helped me shape my body in a short amount of time!
Squats
I know you know how to do squats, they help my hips and upper legs get that beautiful toned shape! I’ve created a challenge where, each week, I raise the number by 10!
Jumping Jacks
That movement, not only is a part of my HIIT, but I also do it in between ab or arm workouts
Crunch
Just make sure you position your stomach and hips as if you were tucking your pelvis inside. The movement should be in your stomach not on your neck, nor your arms.
I thought you might check the HIIT routine out, which includes some of the movements above. Here is the video where my trainer shared them:
I’ve lost 6 pounds in 6 weeks and my muscles show the difference!
I was so excited to receive a beautiful package with a super cute t-shirt, hat, light up speaker, key finder and movie poster. Love it all!
I hope you try some of the movements I have been incorporating into my daily routine and that you watch the movie, which opens in theaters March 31st!
“Ghost in the Shell” follows the Major, a special ops, one-of-a-kind human cyborg hybrid, who leads the elite task force Section 9. Devoted to stopping the most dangerous criminals and extremists, Section 9 is faced with an enemy whose singular goal is to wipe out Hanka Robotic’s advancements in cyber technology.
Cast: Scarlett Johansson, Michael Pitt, Michael Wincott, Juliette Binoche, Pilou Asbæk, Rila Fukushima, Takeshi Kitano o ignored
Director: Rupert Sanders
Check the trailer out:
You should always consult with a doctor before resuming or starting any exercise routine!
What do you think? Are you ready to join me to get in Major Shape this Spring??
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Ready or not, I need to get down with a spring workout. I’ve not done any kind of work out since last summer and it shows. I am munching on grapes right now so I feel a bit better about myself. lol
I have seen the trailer and it looks like it’s going to be good. I’ll have to make sure I catch it in theater.
Ghost in the Shell is my husbands favorite animated series. He loves Japanese manga series and we are looking forward to this movie.
I’ve got to check this out! Been wanting to get on my routine!
If I could have her body, I would totally be ok with it. lol This looks like a great workout!
Great workout and I saw the movie already and Major had some major moves!! 🙂
These are all great exercises to do when trying to get into shape. I am going to start doing a short routine and work my way up each week to get into shape for the summer. The Ghost in the Shell is movie with action and we can’t wait to see it. Thanks for sharing the movie and the exercises.
Sounds like a great routine! I would love to see this movie. Sounds very interesting!
I just saw this movie. I just got this shirt too thanks for the lil workout tips because Major was really busting those moves you have to be in shape for!
I’m with you, Claudia. Scarlett Johansson’s svelte body from working out is enough to motivate me to step up my gym routine and get in shape for summer.
That looks like a great workout! I am really looking forward to seeing this movie. Anything ScarJo is in has to be good.
Wow. I can’t believe how you challenge yourself! Increasing the number of squats by 10 every week? I’d stop at week #2! Haha. Seriously, I think this movie is going to be a big hit. I’ve seen previews of it and it sure packs a lot of suspense and action!
This movie certainly looks different. Although she tends to like that type of movie character :). If I have to do exercise, I prefer doing squats 🙂
I haven’t heard of this movie, but it looks great! I like your workout routine, something that I could work into my daily schedule.
I need to get better about working out regularly. I haven’t done crunches in ages! I love the hat and tee shirt you got.
This looks like it is going to be a good movie! I love Scarlett Johansonn Flicks!
These do sound like some good exercises to include in the routine! Squats always get my heart pumping!
I feel like I go in and out of working out all winter long, but the second spring is close by (it’s still snowy up here) I get on it! Squats are one of my favorites 😉
This looks like a great workout. Squats are some hard work though. This movie looks like it’s going to be amazing. Scar Jo? SO cool.
What a great workout! Must try these exercises! And Ghost in the Shell seems like a fantastic movie. Can’t wait to see it!
This looks like it is going to be a cool movie. I’m sure she trains super hard to get in shape for these types of movies!
This sounds like a good movie. I actually haven’t heard of it before now. On another note…I love your pants!
Looks like you got a good workout. My boys are getting Beach ready. I need to get my act in gear.
I haven’t heard of this movie yet. It sounds like a good one and I like Scarlett Johansson. I also like workout!
Scarlett is on point in this movie! What an awesome workout! I love your capris!
I’ve been hard at work doing interval running for the past couple of weeks. It’s hard to get started, but I’m progressively getting better!
Scarlett looks superhuman in that movie. We take for granted just how hard she must have worked to look that good. Thanks for the workout tips and I will try and get through the crunches!
I am definitely interested in seeing this movie! I also am trying to get myself in shape I actually signed up for a gym and I have been going to it for seven weeks straight! I actually do all the exercises you mention here.
I must be hiding under a rock because I haven’t heard about this movie. This is the type of movie we would enjoy watch so will have to watch the trailer and show my husband. Maybe we could have a date night at the movies.
That sounds like a great workout. My husband is REALLY looking forward to seeing this movie when it comes out.
Nothing like a great workout! I can’t wait to see this movie! I’ve seen the animated movie so I hope they knock this one out of park!
I can’t wait to see this movie!! I have been looking for a good workout, too! I need to give these a try.
I love Scarlett Johansson so any movie she’s in is a must see. Oh and you look amazing!
My husband and I are excited about this movie. We can’t wait to see it. Looks like it’s going to be a good one. I love to see that you’re getting motivated too. I need to get back to being more motivated as well.
We’re so ready for this movie. Will be weird seeing her in a different, but similar role. Hopefully it’s as good as the Marvel movies!
The idea of having a body like Scarlett Johansson is definitely motivating! Congrats on losing 6 pounds in 6 weeks – that’s so inspiring!
I do squats too. I need to add in more jumping jacks for in-between that’s a good idea!
I always loved her as Black Widow. I really would love to be able to kick *$@ like that. But a workout like that would probably lay me up for a week!
Ok…I have been looking for a workout to do with my daughter. We are both excited to try this one out….wish me luck cause I have a very long way to go! 🙂
I’m going to give this workout a try. I love doing different routines to keep things fresh. Thanks!
What a great workout and I can’t wait to see this movie. I love Scarlett she rocks. I like that she plays strong characters.
I am going to try this workout with my Daughter this weekend. She will be home from College and we have bee looking or workouts to do together.
Ooh, I love a good HIIT workout because they are short, sweet, and effective. Variety is good, too, because I like a varied exercise routine.
I want to see this! I try to stay in shape all year but hope to incorporate a triathlon training into my fitness routine later this year.