Circuit Training: A Quick Guide to a Powerful Workout

Looking for a time-efficient, full-body workout that keeps things interesting? Circuit training might be just what you need.

What Is Circuit Training?

An exercise circuit involves a series of exercises performed one after another with a short rest break in between. Exercises can be grouped to focus on a specific set of muscles or to target different muscle groups.

Why It Works

Circuit training combines strength and cardio helping to build muscle and improve endurance all in one session. The exercises themselves focus on strengthening specific muscle groups and performing them in succession increases heart rate to focus on endurance.

Benefits of Circuit Training

Circuit Training works well because it’s…

  • Time-efficient

  • Boosts cardiovascular health

  • Builds strength and endurance

  • Can be done with or without equipment

  • Easily adaptable to all fitness levels

Resources

Here are some simple Exercise Circuits for you to try. Be sure to leave a comment and let me know which one is your favorite!

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