Circuit Training

What is circuit training and why is is it beneficial? Circuit training combines cardio and strength training with little to no rest in between exercises. This keeps the heart rate up for a maximum calorie burn.

Typically a circuit includes up to six strength & cardio exercises performed for a set number of repetitions or duration of time. While performing the circuits there is little to no rest in between each exercise, however 30 sec to one minute of rest should be taken after a circuit is completed and before the start of the next one. For optimal results, two or more circuits should be completed during a workout session. Below is a circuit I have put together. Enjoy!

5-10 Min warm-up

Brisk walk/jog outside

High knees

Butt kicks

Jumping jacks

Jump rope

Hip circles

Arm windmills

Circuit 1

Squats with shoulder press 1 Set 8-12 Reps

Jumping Jacks as many in 30 Sec

Pushups 10

High Knees as many in 30 Sec

Alternating lunges with bicep curl 1 Set 8-12 Rep

Jump rope 30 Sec

Tricep dips 1 Set 8-12 Rep

Mountain climber as many in 30 Sec

Bicycle Crunch 10-15

Repeat entire circuit once more: Total 2 times

Try to only rest for 10 seconds in between each exercise to keep the heart rate up.

5 Min stretching

Hamstring stretch

Quadriceps stretch

Tricep stretch

Shoulder stretch

Childs pose

Full body stretch

Setting goals and sticking with them.

The New Year is approaching fast and that is the time when many people will make resolutions that this will be The Year! This will be the year to eat healthy, stop eating junk food, get fit by joining a gym and lose the weight that has been bothering them for so long.

Why then, why not start now? Now is the time to chose and set your goals. Make a plan. Take the time to decide what your goal/goals are, what methods you'll use to reach them, and what timeframe you'd like to accomplish them (be reasonable). Get a journal, write everything down and record your progress. Identify who of your friends or family will help you achieve these goals with their support. Ask for their help, most likely they will want to join you in the journey. Keep in mind that becoming fit and healthy is a lifestyle choice for a lifetime, it will take time and patience. Do not get discouraged if things don't happen as quickly as you'd like. With hard work, you will reach your goals and make sure to reward yourself every time you do.

Don't wait for a date on the calendar. It's time to start today. Let's go!