The Calorie Torcher | Circuit Workout

Do you love a good circuit workout?  Me too!  Circuit training combines cardio and strength into one workout for maximum results and minimal time at the gym.  If possible, gather everything you need and do the workout in a studio where you can spread out and don't need to share the equipment with people who may be on it for longer intervals.  This will help you minimize the time between exercises.  Strength training is becoming a very popular style of trainning for individuals who are trying to burn fat.  (Remember that a muscle will burn 30% more calories than fat will).  If you are not quite ready to give up your cardio, this is a perfect way to get started.  This workout is for the intermediate to advanced athlete.  Leave a comment if you have a question on any of the exercises, need a demo, or would like a modification to any of these.  I'd also love to hear your thoughts if you give it a try!

Windmill Exercise
From Fitbie.msn.com

Workout -

Round 1: 
1.  Windmills with Dumbbell   
2.  Squat-Row on Cable Machine  
3.  Alternating Lunge & Curl  
4.  Speedskaters
5.  Pull-ups

Do 3 sets of this round of exercises without rest.  45 seconds/station.

When finished rest for 3-5 minutes and begin round 2.  

Round 2:

Spiderman Pushup
From Womenshealthmag.com

1.  Burpees
2.  Spiderman Push-ups
3.  Swiss Ball Knee Tucks
4.  Single arm dumbbell snatch
5.  Tricep Dips (do on a bench with feet on the floor if necessary)


Complete 3 sets of this round of exercises without rest.  45 seconds/station.

When finished, cool down for a minimum of 5 minutes and do light stretching.

Good Luck!
oxox, Em