Since doing Tabata intervals I have decided that one thing I have to lose from my workout mindsets is the idea of the “60 minute workout”. Instead of spending 40 to 60 minutes working out, I have decided to choose better exercises that are more efficient. This will allow me to get my workouts done not just faster, but smarter. When using dumbbells I will do each exercise for one minute time. The dumbbells should weigh enough that I can do the exercises for the full minute. If I can’t do a full minute, I’ll decrease the the weight. If the muscle is not fatigued after a minute, I’ll add more weight. I’ll also combine exercises to work both the upper and lower body at the same time. If doing shoulder presses I’ll incorporate jumping jacks or when doing chest presses I’ll perform a forward lunge at the same time.
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