Easy Ways to Modify Squats, Pushups & Other Popular Moves

Fall off the exercise wagon this summer of sunbathing, backyard BBQs and soft-serve swirls? Hit the reset button as we move into fall and achieve those goals you set back in January! Your Modification Cheat Sheet Burpees too intense for your current level of fitness? Knees crying out every time you squat? Shoulders protesting triceps dips? We've got a modification for that. More Important Than a Number on the Scale Sometimes between the blood, sweat and tears, we forget that we're working toward a healthier future and all the benefits that come along with that. Bookmark this one for those days when you need a reminder that all your hard work will be worth it in the end. Pilates Packs a Powerhouse Punch There's a reason so many people have flocked to Joseph Pilates' powerhouse-focused workout--its targeted, low-impact moves focus on the core and hit every other muscle in the process. We've broken down everything you need to know about this popular workout--from terminology to etiquette--in a handy graphic, just for you. Booty-Busting, Belly-Burning We're not sure which we love more--YouTube star Jessica Smith getting our glutes, thighs and abs firing, or laughing at her puppy Peanut watching the workout from the corner. Either way, this 16-minute workout is a must! The World's Most Adorable Athleisure Check Out What's New! Fire Up the Grill Join the movement by clicking the link below to earn your SparkPoints, or connecting with SparkPeople in one of these other ways: UNSUBSCRIBE © 2016 SparkPeople, Inc. All rights reserved. Terms | Privacy | Manage Emails