Medicine Ball Circuits, Step by Step

Ok, I know I've really been hyping up these medicine ball circuits. Now it's time for you to put my routines to the test.

First I'm gunna talk about the basic philosophy behind my program, then I'll give you a clear cut guide to setting up the routine that is best for you.

In today's fast paced world exercise is changing. Sports scientists have been experimenting heavily with short but tough circuit training routines. The results have been phenomenal. No longer do you have to stay on the treadmill for an hour to get a good cardio workout. Science has proven that intense activities for a shorter duration are much more effective. Use the following medicine ball circuits and reap in the benefits.

The medicine ball exercises have been broken up into four categories- upper body, lower body, core, and stability. Select 2-4 exercises from each category, only select one from the stability section which will be done last. Now complete 10-20 reps of each exercise with no rest between moves. Your circuit should take between four and six minutes to complete. Now you may rest for up to two minutes. Repeat that three to five times.

If this sounds simple to you that's good. It is suppose to be. If this sound easy, give it a try. I promise you will be spent by the time its over. The beauty of medicine ball circuits is that it can be made appropriate for people of all fitness levels. Beginners need only to use a lighter medicine ball and perhaps rest a little longer between circuits. Experienced athletes looking to greatly enhance their performance can use a heavier medicine ball and complete more sets. The point here is to achieve your fitness goals. Whatever they might be, a medicine ball cardio circuit is guaranteed to deliver.

This is an example of a routine that I might do a few days a week...

Lateral Raise x 20

squat throw x 20

side to side ab tap x 20

push up x 10

Lunge crossover x 20

Russian twist x 20

slams x 20

Mountain climbers x 20

Plank x 1 minute

4 sets 1 minute rest between sets

To reiterate, complete all nine of the listed exercises in a non stop series. Then rest for one minute. Repeat those two steps three more times. It's an unbelievable workout that can be done in less than a half hour. When I finish a routine like this I am usually drenched with sweat.

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