Advanced Full Body Circuit: 15 High-Intensity Moves for Experienced Lifters
Advanced Full Body Circuit: 15 High-Intensity Moves for Experienced Lifters
As an experienced lifter, you may find your workouts becoming routine, leading to plateaus in strength and performance. If you're short on time but still want an effective workout, this advanced full-body circuit is designed for you. It combines high-intensity moves that target multiple muscle groups, ensuring you maximize your effort in a compact timeframe.
Quick Stats
- Total Time: 30-35 minutes (including warm-up and cool-down)
- Equipment Needed: Resistance bands, two light to moderate dumbbells (5-20 lbs), and a yoga mat (optional)
- Difficulty Level: Advanced
- Calories Burned: Approximately 300-450 calories depending on intensity
Warm-Up (5 Minutes)
Perform each exercise for 30 seconds with 15 seconds of rest in between.
- High Knees
- Arm Circles
- Bodyweight Squats
- Lateral Lunges
- Dynamic Stretching (Leg Swings)
Advanced Full Body Circuit
Complete the following circuit 3 times with 60 seconds of rest between each set.
| Exercise Name | Reps/Duration | Sets | Rest | Form Cue | Modification | |-------------------------|---------------|------|------------|--------------------------------------|---------------------------------| | Burpee | 12 reps | 3 | 60 seconds | Jump high and land softly | Step back instead of jump | | Dumbbell Thrusters | 10 reps | 3 | 60 seconds | Full extension overhead | Lighter weights | | Push-Up to Renegade Row | 8 reps each side | 3 | 60 seconds | Keep hips stable, row with control | Perform push-ups from knees | | Skater Jumps | 12 reps each side | 3 | 60 seconds | Land softly on the opposite foot | Step instead of jump | | Russian Twists | 15 reps each side | 3 | 60 seconds | Keep back straight, twist from core | Feet on the ground | | Plank Jacks | 15 reps | 3 | 60 seconds | Jump feet wide, keep core tight | Step feet out instead of jump | | Single-Leg Deadlift | 10 reps each side | 3 | 60 seconds | Hinge at the hips, keep back flat | Use both legs | | Mountain Climbers | 30 seconds | 3 | 60 seconds | Drive knees to chest, keep hips down| Slow down the tempo | | Box Jumps (or Step-Ups) | 10 reps | 3 | 60 seconds | Land softly, use your arms | Step up instead of jump | | Side Plank with Rotation| 8 reps each side | 3 | 60 seconds | Rotate hips, keep core engaged | From knees | | Kettlebell Swings (or Dumbbell) | 15 reps | 3 | 60 seconds | Hinge at hips, drive through glutes | Lighter weight | | Battle Ropes | 30 seconds | 3 | 60 seconds | Keep a steady rhythm, engage core | Use a lighter resistance | | Jumping Lunges | 10 reps each side | 3 | 60 seconds | Land softly, keep front knee behind toes | Step back instead of jump | | T-Push-Ups | 8 reps each side | 3 | 60 seconds | Rotate body, extend arm fully | Regular push-ups | | Wall Sit | 30 seconds | 3 | 60 seconds | Keep back against the wall, thighs parallel to ground | Decrease hold time |
Cool-Down (3-5 Minutes)
Perform each stretch for 30 seconds:
- Standing Quad Stretch
- Hamstring Stretch
- Shoulder Stretch
- Child’s Pose
- Cat-Cow Stretch
Complete in: 30-35 minutes
Conclusion
This advanced full-body circuit workout is designed to challenge your strength and endurance, making it perfect for experienced lifters looking to break through plateaus. Aim to complete this circuit 2-3 times per week, ensuring at least one rest day in between to allow for recovery.
As you progress, consider increasing weights or adding more reps to each exercise to continue challenging your body. For personalized coaching and real-time feedback, consider our live 1-on-1 sessions.
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