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The Paper Plate Workout

By Courtney 11 Comments

I’m pretty sure this is the first time I’m popping in on a Sunday in a LONG time. BUT, I had to check in today because I just put together a really fun, different kind of workout that I think some of you might really enjoy!

As you guys know, I’ve been working with Propel on their Add Flavor Challenge over the past few months, and this is the final month. For September’s challenge, they asked me to “get creative” for a fun, at-home workout.

I know many of you guys work long hours, have families to take care of, and still try to maintain some sense of a social life. And with that, sometimes (or in my case, all the time) the only workout possible in a day is a quick one at home. But rather than stick with the usuals, why not try something new and incorporate some “equipment” that I’m sure many of you already have lying around…

paper plate workout

(See end of post for descriptions and reps for each exercise)

Yep, paper plates!

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Any size plates will do, but he sure to stick with paper plates (as opposed to Styrofoam or plastic) and always position them right side up. Before starting the workout, do a couple of test slides on various surfaces in your house. Most surfaces should work well, but I found our basement and kitchen floors to work best.

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The paper plates are great because the exercises are still allowing you to work all parts of your body, but the stability element required with the plates forces you to engage your core much more than if you were doing the prescribed exercises without the plates.

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Of course, you could always throw some dumbbell curls in their with Propel water bottles, if ya wanted.

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Previous Add Flavor Challenges:

  • May: Facing a Fitness Fear & I Survived My Race!
  • June: Incorporating some yoga & Working out with a buddy
  • July: Hydrating Properly & Are We Really Talking About Sweat and Pee?
  • August: Interviewing Amy Dixon at IDEA & 5 Fitness Tips to Start Today

I want to give a huge thank you shout out to Propel for not only providing me with some awesome opportunities these past few months, but also for forcing me to push outside my comfort zone a bit and try new things. It’s been a great ride!

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So for those of you who want to give the Paper Plate Workout a try, here are the descriptions and instructions:

Sliding Burpee

Stand with the balls of your feet on paper plates. Push your hips back, bend your knees, and lower into a squat. Place your hands on the floor. Slide your feet out to a plank position. Quickly bend your knees and slide your feet back into your hands. Return to standing. That’s one rep. Do 15 reps total

Sliding Pushup

With the plates under your feet, squat down to the floor, placing your hands wider than shoulder-width apart. Slide your feet into a wide V as you lower your body into a pushup (*lower to your knees, if you need to). As you press up, bend your legs and slide your knees into your hands, tucking them into your chest. That’s one rep. Do 10 reps total.

Sliding Lunge

Begin in a runner’s lunge with your right leg forward, hands on either side of your right foot, and left leg straight (the paper plate should be under your left foot). Bend your left knee and slide your leg into your chest, squeezing your knees together. Quickly extend your left leg back out to your full lunge. That’s one rep. Do 15 reps on the right leg, 15 on the left.

Sliding Triceps Pushup

Begin at the top of a modified pushup position with your hands on the plates, shoulder-width apart. Bend your left elbow and lower into a pushup (keeping your arm close to your body) as you slide your right arm straight out on the floor. Press back up, sliding your right arm in. That’s one rep. Do 15 reps total, alternating arms each time. Tip: Think of pressing your shoulders down as you slide your arm back in at the top of your pushup. This will help engage your back muscles too.

Sliding Side Lunge

Stand with your weight on your right leg, with one paper plate under your left foot. Bend your right knee and push your hips back behind you, sliding your left leg out to the side. Keep your left leg straight. Bend your elbows about 90 degrees and swing your left arm in front, right arm back. Quickly bend your left knee and slide your foot into your right, swinging your right arm forward and your left arm back. That’s one rep. Repeat 15 times with the left leg, and then 15 times with the right.

Swimming Slide Extension

Lie facedown with your legs extended hip-width apart, toes pointed on the floor, and arms extended overhead (palms pressed into the plates). Extend your spine, and as you lift your chest, slide your arms out to the sides and then bend them into your body, tracing a circle on the floor. Slide your arms back out in front of you as you lower your chest. That’s one rep. Do 15 reps total. Tip: Look down at the floor, keeping your chin tucked in towards your chest, to avoid neck strain during this move.

Sliding Mountain Climber

Start in a full plank position with your feet on the plates. Bend your left knee and slide your foot up towards your left hand, trying to bring your knee as close to your arm as you can. Quickly slide your left leg back to start as you slide the right knee up towards your right arm. Repeat, alternating sides, for 30 seconds.

So what do ya think? Let me know if you decide to give it a try at all today (or anytime!)

Disclaimer: This post is part of my partnership with Propel. All opinions, as always, are my own. Some of this workout and the exercise descriptions is also provided by Shape magazine.

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September 28, 2014 Filed Under: Propel, Workouts Tagged With: paper plate workout, propel, Propel Add Flavor Challenge, working out with paper plates

About Courtney

I'm a working mom of two beautiful little boys, Lucas and Alex, and I began writing Sweet Tooth, Sweet Life in April 2010. I enjoy chronicling my love of food (healthy and indulgent!), baking, motherhood, fitness, fashion, and everything in between!

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Comments

  1. Ashley @ A Lady Goes West says

    September 28, 2014 at 11:35 am

    Fun! I've used gliders at the gym, which is essentially the same thing as a paper plate, and it's a great way to warm up the legs and joints too. I like to do knee repeaters with one foot on the glider. Pretty cool challenge from Propel. I hope you've had a great weekend!
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  2. Marielle says

    September 28, 2014 at 11:40 am

    Love this! Great way to switch it up- can't wait to try this out!
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  3. Brynn says

    September 28, 2014 at 11:50 am

    I love how these moves use so much core without having to get on the floor for crunches. Working my abs without knowing it is the best way - ha!
    Reply
  4. Carrie (This Fit Chick) says

    September 28, 2014 at 11:59 am

    this is SO so clever! I've seen these with other equipment, but never plates! So easy and quick to do!
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  5. Sam @ PancakeWarriors says

    September 28, 2014 at 12:21 pm

    Love this! Sliders are one of my favorite ways to add variety to my workouts! I did the sliding tricep pushup the other day - whoa its tough! Will have to try the sliding burpee! Thanks for sharing - great ideas!
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  6. Lauren @ The Bikini Experiment says

    September 28, 2014 at 3:00 pm

    Cute idea with the plates! My boyfriend and I have used furniture sliders before! So much cheaper that the mass product and the same benefits. Hope you are enjoying your Sunday, Courtney!
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  7. Heather @fitncookies says

    September 28, 2014 at 5:52 pm

    This looks like a challenging workout that's perfect to target different areas! I love the addition of a paper plate. I have yet to do one a workout with a paper plate but now I'm going to! Hope you had a great weekend, Courtney!
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  8. haley @Cupcakes and Sunshine.com says

    September 28, 2014 at 6:05 pm

    this is SO fun! And I always have a couple plates around! :)
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  9. Heather @ Housewife Glamour says

    September 28, 2014 at 11:23 pm

    This workout does look fun! I love using gliders at the gym and have to admit to using paper plates at home before... good call!
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  10. Alex says

    September 29, 2014 at 6:36 am

    What a unique idea and a fun way to change up a workout. I love this because not only can you do it at home, but you could take it on the road with you if your job has you traveling a lot and use it in a hotel.
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