One of the most effective ways to optimize fat burning potential is by adding circuit training workouts to your fitness routine.
Effective circuit training workouts consist of anywhere from 5 to 15 different exercises done in rapid succession with the focus of each exercise being on speed, range of motion and proper form. Due to the extreme intensity of circuit training workouts, the number of calories burned in a short amount of time can be massive, making it one of the most efficient ways to shed fat.
Although the main benefit of incorporating circuits into your routine is the metabolic spike, there are other bonuses that should be mentioned as well.
Replacing some regular steady state cardio with circuits a couple of times a week will ease the potential boredom of ‘traditional cardio’. By mixing things up you’ll keep your body guessing, allowing for more mental stimulation. A workout program that becomes stagnate and repetitive ultimately leads to a lack of motivation. You need to stay both mentally and physically interested.
Athletes that generally focus on bodybuilding workouts as the meat of their program, will also benefit by adding circuit training workouts to their program. Bodybuilding workouts are made up of primarily of exercises that are done on the sagittal and frontal planes of motion. By adding circuits you’ll incorporate more movements involving the transverse plane of motion, balancing things out and increasing mobility and flexibility. Your muscles will be prepared to fire more efficiently which will improve the quality and effectiveness of your bodybuilding workouts.
Add circuits to your program once or twice a week and you’re bound to see improvements in your physique, not to mention flexibility and core stability.
Remember that it is imperative to use speed and intensity along with proper form. Rest only if absolutely necessary. Circuit training workouts are intense and uncomfortable so ‘Man up’ (or Woman up whichever the case may be), push yourself and you’ll reap the benefits!
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