Circuits

Circuit training

Circuit training Definition a form of body conditioning or endurance training or resistance training using high-intensity. It targets strength building or muscular endurance. An exercise "circuit" is one completion of all prescribed exercises in the program.

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5 Components of Physical Fitness ● ● ● ● ●

Cardiovascular Endurance. Muscular Strength. Muscular endurance. Flexibility. Body Composition

The following is an example circuit of ten exercises. Exercise cards could be made up for each station explaining the exercise, duration and recovery.

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Strength Circuit training targets muscular endurance by employing short rest periods, of 20 to 30 seconds, between stations, or sets. It targets strength building or muscular endurance. -

Improve muscular endurance Workout on most of the muscular part in the body Improve your cardiorespiratory

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Weakness - Time is not accurate. - Stations are not cover muscles in the body.

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Reasons why to use this method of training? 1.

The most productive workouts involve using your entire body to its maximum potential. The combination of weight training and increased cardiovascular exercise makes it one of the best routines for weight loss and overall fitness. You are burning fat, but also gaining muscle through resistance training.

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Workouts can be short but still extremely effective. Most circuit training workouts can be completed in 25-30 minutes.

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Reasons why to use this method of training? 3.

Increasing your metabolism. Circuit training shoots your metabolism sky

high; because you are constantly keeping your heart rate up during your entire workout. 4. See actual results faster. It keeps your body changing exercises and your heart rate accelerated for however long your workout lasts. It is a challenge, but the results will definitely be worth it.

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Area of Improvement ༝ Cut some of the stations ༝ Timing better

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