Circuit Training Ideas

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For my inbetween target work out days, I like to do circuit training! It gives me a more intense workout and it's a quick way for me to work several parts of my body in a short amount of time. I usually spend 20 - 30 minutes with my circuit training workouts. Today I will do the following:

10 Punches (Punch, Uppercut, etc. - Mix it up!)
10 Kicks (Front Kick, Side Kick, etc. - Mix it up!)
10 Jumping Jacks
10 Squats (for a challenge, do Jumping Squats)
10 Lunges
10 Pushups
10 Mountain Climbers
10 Calf Raises
~*~* When I do my circuit training, I start with 10 reps each, then do 9 reps each, next 8 reps each all the way to 1 rep each. If it's easier for you, do 2 sets of 10 reps each, or 3 sets of 8 reps each - do what works best for you. If you can't do a lot of jumping, find another exercise that works for you. *~*~

Here are a few links to some good circuit training workouts/routines:
http://www.military.com/military-fitness/workouts/circuit-training
http://www.shape.com/fitness/workouts/how-build-perfect-circuit-workout
http://www.menshealth.com/mhlists/high-intensity-circuit-routine/index.php
http://www.exercise.about.com › Health › Exercise › Strength Workouts

Remember when you do your exercises to keep water handy, stretch before and after workouts, breathe, and do your best to squeeze your glutes and maintain good posture. If it hurts, stop! You want to feel some resistance and muscle burn to stimulate and exercise, but don't want to get hurt. Do your best! Tell yourself just one more rep! You are worth it!!