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Circuit-Training Workout

By Irene Lewis-McCormick, M.S., C.S.C.S.

Circuit training is an exercise technique that alternates between strength training and aerobic activity in one workout session. Studies have shown that circuit training is an excellent way to increase cardiovascular health and muscle strength, as well as stave off boredom.

Circuit-Training Workout

Chest Press

"Circuit training can keep motivation levels high due to the variety of motion," says Shannon Griffiths, president and chief executive of Sunshine Fitness Resources in Boulder, Colorado. "It's also convenient and quick -- a benefit for those who can't seem to find the time to work out."

Go through this routine twice and you'll spend about 30 minutes exercising your heart, lungs, and muscles. If a 30-minute workout seems too challenging, start with 15 minutes.

Chest Press

a. With the ball under your mid- to upper back, hold the weights above your chest.

b. Slowly lower until your elbows are flexed at 90 degrees to your side, then raise again.


roseaj46 says:
Hi, new member as of this morning, find your site excellent, exercised all my life. Enjoy working ou...... more
Hi, new member as of this morning, find your site excellent, exercised all my life. Enjoy working out in the water, walking fitness, power hour, work with weights, stretch bands, flexibility, etc, etc. French Roses
 

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roseaj46 wrote:

Hi, new member as of this morning, find your site excellent, exercised all my life. Enjoy working out in the water, walking fitness, power hour, work with weights, stretch bands, flexibility, etc, etc. French Roses

4/22/2010 04:00:00 AM Report Abuse
anonymous wrote:

this was very helpful. I've been taking a class, and you put into one series what it took them 8 weeks to teach us. Thank you!

2/25/2010 12:48:28 PM Report Abuse

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