The need to get fit and healthy has created a billion dollar diet and supplement business in this country. If the latest diet fads and pills are so great why is the obesity level in this country reached epidemic proportions?
The simple answer is because we are lazy. All we want is the quick fix with a minimal amount of effort.
Well I hate to be the bearer of bad news but there is no quick fix. The path to fitness and health is the combination of a balanced nutrition program and exercise.
In this article I am going to outline a program of exercises combining weight training and interval training for a great anaerobic and aerobic muscle building and fat burning workout. The combination of incorporating two exercise systems will send your metabolism to record levels after your workouts are over.
Here is an example of combining weight training and interval training in one workout:
First do your Weight Training- 3 compound exercises to hit your major muscle groups.
1) Barbell Squats- 4-5 sets - 6-10 reps
2) Barbell Bench Presses 4-5 sets 6-10 reps
3) Barbell Bent over Rows 4-5 sets 6-10 reps
You can do all your weight training in straight sets or do them in circuit style resting 60-90 seconds in between sets and 2-3 minutes in between exercises.
After doing all your weight training start doing your Interval training
1) Dumbell or Kettlebell swings 3-4 sets 6-10 reps
2) Jump Rope 30 second sets
3) Dumbell or Kettlebell Squat Press 3-4 sets 6-10 reps
Do one set of each Interval exercise one right after another at the completion of your 3 sets rest 45-60 seconds and complete the rest of your sets.
When starting any fitness program the first thing you must do is get a complete physical checkup.
The number of sets and reps as well as rest intervals should be adjusted to your fitness level. Are you new to working out? Start off with only 1 set per exercise and work up to the examples I've given.
You can also mix this type of workout up by substituting different exercises from the one's I have shown you here. The keys to getting fit and healthy and getting that toned and fat free body you want are a balanced nutrition program and a workout that raises your metabolism.
Weight training and Interval training are proven to be the best workouts for accomplishing this goal.
Monday, June 21, 2010
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