{"id":627772,"date":"2018-02-05T23:21:48","date_gmt":"2018-02-05T23:21:48","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/hauteliving.com\/hautebeauty\/?p=627772"},"modified":"2025-05-19T08:13:26","modified_gmt":"2025-05-19T12:13:26","slug":"barrys-bootcamp-star-instructor-derek-degrazio-shares-his-fitness-secrets","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/hauteliving.com\/hautebeauty\/627772\/barrys-bootcamp-star-instructor-derek-degrazio-shares-his-fitness-secrets\/","title":{"rendered":"Barry\u2019s Bootcamp Star Instructor Derek DeGrazio Shares His Fitness Secrets"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"Derek\"<\/p>\n

There\u2019s no better time to start a new workout regimen than the beginning of the year\u2014and with world-famous institutions like\u00a0Barry\u2019s Bootcamp<\/strong>, it\u2019s easier to do so now than ever. Everyone knows that BB\u2019s classes incorporate a variety of weight-training exercises, coupled with a cardio burn on the treadmill. Though it\u2019s tough, it\u2019s doable (and fun). Each instructor offers a range of modifications for each exercise to accommodate all skill levels and has their own upbeat playlist to keep you motivated. And with superstar instructors like\u00a0Derek DeGrazio<\/strong><\/a>, whose long list of celebrity clientele include\u00a0Britney Spears<\/strong>,\u00a0Adriana Lima<\/a><\/strong>\u00a0and\u00a0Kim Kardashian<\/strong><\/a>, it\u2019s no surprise that Barry\u2019s Bootcamp has garnered quite a cult-following. We sat down with Derek at his BB location on\u00a0Miami Beach<\/strong>\u00a0to discuss his fitness tips for the New Year.<\/p>\n

What are some tips you have to stay on track for a new workout regimen?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Stay consistent. I know that sounds like a giveaway, but that\u2019s really the key. There will be good days and not so good days in the gym, but don\u2019t let the latter frustrate you\u2014instead, ride the highs of the good days and constantly remind yourself that something is better than nothing.<\/p>\n

What\u2019s the ideal amount of times to work out per week and why?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Three times per week consistently is the magic number to start seeing results. If you are new to fitness, start with one-to-two times per week and ease into three. If you have been doing three times per week regularly, try four-to-five times per week to see even greater results.<\/p>\n

What are some ways you can prevent injury when working out?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Don\u2019t rush. A lot of people think that finishing the move faster is better, but it can lead to injury if you aren\u2019t aware of your form. Take it slow and steady, and once you\u2019ve mastered the technique, then you can speed it up if the move calls for it. It\u2019s better to do something slowly and correctly, than quickly and poorly.<\/p>\n

What are your thoughts on some of the health-related fads\/trends, like waist trainers and skinny teas? Do they work?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Google says a fad is defined as \u2018an intense and widely-shared enthusiasm for something, especially one that is short-lived and without basis in the object\u2019s qualities.\u2019 \u2018Short-lived\u2019 and \u2018without basis\u2019 pretty much sum it up. Just get yourself into the gym, eat right, and you\u2019re good. There is no secret recipe or short cut.<\/p>\n

\"Derek2\"<\/p>\n

How much of each type of workout per week is ideal, in terms of cardio and weights?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

It really depends on your goals. If you want to build muscle, you\u2019ll want to do more strength training each week and less cardio. If you are looking to lose weight, you\u2019ll want to continue to strength train each week, but add more days of cardio as well. I\u2019m happy with where I am now and on average, I like to strength train four-to-five times per week and do cardio three times per week.<\/p>\n

What are some myths about weight lifting that you can dispel for us?
\n<\/strong><\/h3>\n

Everyone needs to know that heavy weights do not make you bulky. Yes, if you\u2019re eating 5,000 calories per day, you\u2019ll get thicker, but heavy weights don\u2019t do that. Think about it this way: The bigger the weight, the bigger the change. You need challenging weights to overload the muscle, which in time, will result in changing your body. Eat properly and that change will come in the form of a strong, lean, toned and defined body.<\/p>\n

If we don\u2019t have time to hit the gym, what are some effective, at-home workouts we can do?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

If you can\u2019t make it to a one-hour Barry\u2019s class, try and incorporate bodyweight moves like push-ups, squats, lunges, planks and burpees into your routine\u2014you can literally take those five moves for 60 seconds each and three reps of each set, and you have a 15-minute, at-home circuit. You\u2019re welcome.<\/p>\n

Are there better or worse times to workout?<\/strong><\/h3>\n

I\u2019ve read like 100 articles on this and I can confidently tell you that what matters most, is that you make time to workout. Whether it\u2019s in the morning, afternoon, evening or night, it doesn\u2019t really matter. Just make it a priority.<\/p>\n

To try one of Derek\u2019s killer classes, visit him at one of his Miami-based studios in Miami Beach or Midtown Miami (Aventura opening soon).\u00a0<\/em><\/p>\n

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