Circuit Training Flashcards

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training is a workout that involves rotating through various exercises targeting different parts of the body.

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Circuit Training

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Focusing on different muscle groups in a short amount of time is an effective exercise that can be incorporated into a healthy lifestyle.

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Circuit Training

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It offers a thorough and time-effective workout because it combines both strength and aerobic activities.

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Circuit Training

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promotes increases in cardiovascular health, muscular strength, and endurance while offering flexibility and variation due to its adaptation to a range of fitness levels and goals.

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Circuit Training

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It is appropriate for a variety of environments and equipment choices, and it can be done solo or in groups.

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Circuit Training

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are adaptable, efficient, and provide a host of physiological and physical advantages.

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Circuit Training

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is a demanding but flexible workout that is appropriate for people of all fitness levels and goals since it blends strength and cardio workouts in a planned and dynamic manner.

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Circuit Training

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Each exercise in the circuit is performed for a certain number of repetitions (______) before moving on to the next exercise

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Repetition Circuit, (10-15)

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are a great way to get more variation and intensity into your workouts while saving time and accommodating different levels of fitness.

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Repetition Circuit

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They are a useful tool for reaching particular training objectives and enhancing general fitness within a well-organized and productive exercise program.

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Repetition Circuit

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Each exercise in the circuit is performed for a certain amount of time (_______) before moving on to the next exercise

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Timed Circuit (typically 30-90 seconds)

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complete a sequence of exercises for a certain amount of time.

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Timed Circuit

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there is little to no respite in between exercises since each is performed nonstop for a certain period of time before moving on to the next.

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Timed Circuit

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is completed for as many repetitions as possible within the given amount of time

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Competition Circuit

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provide an exciting and challenging platform for individuals to showcase their fitness abilities and compete against others in a spirited and motivating environment.

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Competition Circuit

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Whether it’s in a local gym competition or a high-profile fitness event, competition circuits offer opportunities for athletes and fitness enthusiasts to push their limits, test their skills, and celebrate their achievements.

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Competition Circuit

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are a valuable training tool for athletes looking to improve their performance in a particular sport.

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Sport-specific Circuit

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By targeting the specific physical attributes, skills, and energy systems required for their sport, athletes can enhance their athleticism, technique, and competitive edge, ultimately leading to improved performance on the field, court, or track.

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Sport-specific Circuit

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Each exercise is a drill used to improve certain movements involved in a specific sport, such as practicing jumps, kicks, turns,and tumbling skills for gymnastics

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Sport-specific Circuit

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training is a flexible and highly individualized form of exercise that you can adjustin various ways depending on your personal preferences for exercise types, intensity,and duration.

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Circuit Training

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In addition to being customizable, which can help make working out more engaging andenjoyable,

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Circuit Training

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Benefits of Circuit Training

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  • Increase Strength
  • May Help With Weight Loss
  • It’s Time Efficient
  • Improves Heart Health
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An efficient circuit training workout incorporates exercises that target muscles of theupper and lower body, which helps to increase overall strength.

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Increase Strength

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through circuit training by incorporating compound exercises and progressive overload techniques for optimal muscle growth and functional strength gains.

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Increase Strength

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training involves strength training and cardiovascular exercises, such as rowing, running, or elliptical training, which can help improve your body composition by building muscle and losing fat.

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May Help With Weight Loss

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involves little to no rest between exercises, so its fast-paced nature helps save time.

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It’s Time Efficient

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This can be incredibly beneficial to people who have limited time to exercise but want to reap the most rewards out of their workouts.

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It’s Time Efficient

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With little to no rest between exercises, circuit training helps to improve heart health by enhancing your endurance as your heart has to pump harder to supply your muscles with oxygen-rich blood.

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It’s Time Efficient

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with circuit training, which combines aerobic and resistance exercises to improve cardiovascular endurance, lower blood pressure, and reduce the risk of heart-related issues.

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Improves Heart Health

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How do you circuit train?

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(SPWPRPRC)
Set Goals
Plan your circuit
Warm Up
Perform circuit
Rest and hydration
Perform the Circuit
Repeat or Progress
Cool down or Stretch

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Determine your fitness goals, whether it’s improving cardiovascular endurance, building strength, losing weight, or enhancing overall fitness.

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Set Goals

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Understanding your goals will help you design a circuit that aligns with your objectives.

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Set Goals

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Arrange the exercises in a specific order, taking into account factors such as muscle groups worked, exercise intensity, and equipment availability.

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Plan your circuit

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Ensure that there is minimal rest between exercises to keep your heart rate elevated and maintain the flow of the circuit.

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Plan your circuit

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Start your workout with a dynamic warm-up to prepare your body for the exercises ahead.

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Warm Up

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This may include movements such as jogging in place, arm circles, leg swings, and dynamic stretches to increase blood flow, improve mobility, and reduce the risk of injury.

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Warm Up

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Take a short rest period between circuits to recover and hydrate.

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Rest and Hydration

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Listen to your body and adjust the rest periods as needed based on your fitness level and exertion.

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Rest and Hydration

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Execute each exercise in the circuit according to your chosen format (time-based or repetition-based).

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Perform the Circuit

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Aim to maintain good form and technique throughout each exercise.

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Perform the Circuit

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Complete all the exercises in the circuit consecutively, with minimal rest between exercises.

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Perform the Circuit

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Depending on your fitness level and workout goals, you can repeat the circuit for multiple rounds or progress to more challenging variations of the exercises.

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Repeat or Progress

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Finish your workout with a cooldown and stretching routine to help lower your heart rate, improve flexibility, and promote recovery.

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Cool Down and Stretch

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Gradually increase the intensity, duration, or complexity of the circuit as you become fitter and more accustomed to the workouts.

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Repeat or Progress

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Focus on stretching the muscles worked during the circuit to reduce muscle tension and prevent stiffness

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Cool Down and Stretch