Sunday Funday - Design your own circuit!

First of all, thank you for your insights yesterday! I really enjoy blogging, sharing, and learning from ALL of you. I still sometimes feel the need to check in with readers to make sure my little place on the internet is as positive and helpful as possible, without coming off as thinking I know everything there is to know about running/working out/nutrition. I feel pretty confident about how my body works and how I can get it to work that way. But I would never dream of being the expert on anyone else's body. Unless you were my client, in which case we would be spending time together, talking, and gathering information in which I could use to give you actual instructions to reach your goals.

Whew, glad that is off my chest!

Now here is a Sunday Funday workout that you can try or not try!

What is Sunday Funday you ask? Well, it's the day of the week I will share some new ideas for workouts. Most of you have your RUNday on Sunday. So after your long run, kick back with some carbs and check out the Sunday Funday workout you can use later in the week!

Today's Sunday Funday Workout is...

Benefits of circuit training:

1. Saves time

2. Creates muscle confusion

3. Can be tailored for your personal fitness goals and ability level

4. Variety = FUN!

5. You don't need a lot of space or equipment- you can do a circuit workout anywhere!

Watch the video below, or read on for tips on designing your own circuit!

Warning... this video is very "raw". I was sort of flying by the seat of my booty shorts.

Tips:

- Choose 3 exercises for each circuit. One cardio, one lower body, and one upper body and/or core.

- Perform 10-15 reps of each exercise.

- Do each of the 3 exercises in succession and then rest. Then repeat 2-3 more times.

- You can make your circuit workout more difficult by adding more reps, adding resistance, performing the exercises at a higher intensity, or reducing your rest breaks.

My circuit workout from the video:

Circuit 1

Jumping jacks

Jump squats

Push ups

Circuit 2

Burpees

Bulgarian split squats

Plank

Circuit 3

Mountain climbers

Wall sit

Stability ball pull ins

Enjoy!

Any other ideas for other exercises that would work great in a circuit workout?
Do you ever do circuit workouts?

Disclaimer: I am a personal trainer, but I am not YOUR personal trainer. These exercises are not prescriptions. Please check with your doctor before starting any workout program.