How to Create the Perfect Strength Circuit Routine at Home
Economic pressures have caused many people to cut luxuries such as gym memberships from their budgets. Instead, some people are exercising at home. Circuit training is a great way to increase strength and endurance while improving your cardiovascular fitness. Creating an at-home circuit training routine allows you to focus on personal fitness without the financial strain of a gym membership.
Instructions
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Set goals for your training. Ask yourself why you want to strengthen your body and what you want to accomplish by exercising. This will give you a direction for your strength circuit routine, while giving you something to work toward in your exercise program.
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Consult a trainer or fitness instructor. He or she will be able to answer your questions about strength training and guide you in the right direction to meet your goals.
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Research strength training and aerobic exercises, and determine which ones are best for your routine. Different exercises have different benefits, so the exercises you choose should be based on your fitness level and goals. For example, many strength training machines offer full-body exercises, while free weights can focus on specific muscle areas.
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Obtain your training equipment. The equipment you need depends on the exercises you're going to do. For example, lifting free weights requires only a set of weights.
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Alter and adapt your circuit training routine as needed. As you gain strength and endurance, change your routine to keep challenging yourself. You may want to increase the number of intervals and length of time for each, or add an exercise or two to your routine.
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Tips & Warnings
Use what you have instead of buying new equipment. For example, you can use soup cans from your kitchen as free weights and stairs in your home for aerobic exercise.
Keep an exercise journal. This will help you keep track of your progress as you work toward your goals.
Consult your physician before beginning any exercise routine.
Some strength training exercises require a spotter to prevent injury.
Stay hydrated before, during and after your exercise routine.
References
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