What would you say was the most effective workout?

javenharris2015

What is your most effective work out? I plan on running 3-5 miles 4 times a week week to cut the weight

maasha81

Honestly I wished I started lifting sooner ...really transformed my body. My other fave is HIIT.

javenharris2015

Awesome, I noticed I need to up my cardio. So I'm going on a 4 week crash diet. All lean meats and veggies. Adding running 3 days a week.

shadow2soul

Effective in what way exactly?

I'm using Zombies,Run!5k to get back into running. It's working. I'm able to run for a longer duration than I have been able to in years. I was actually able to run for 5 mins straight for the first time in years today and I didn't just do it once during the workout but twice. Once right after the warm up and once after the walk/run/calf raise drills.

I'm doing Stronglifts 5x5 3 times a week to help increase strength. Also working. For example, I struggled to do a 45lb deadlift (just the dang bar) the first couple of times, but the next time I go I'm going to attempt 60 lbs for the first time ever. It's also going to help me maintain some of my muscle mass which is an awesome bonus.

None of my workouts are for "losing weight." My calorie deficit on here is for that. My workouts are to help me get stronger, run longer (and eventually faster), and hopefully come August I'll be ready for my first Mud Run.

javenharris2015

Nice. I plan on doing a couple 5k this summer. I'm focused on getting my core stronger by alot of core workouts. You would be surprised how agile you can become with core workouts. I may do the 5x5 work outs for strength as well. I am looking into the Rugged Maniac run in August.

cruzmom123

Cardio always works for me. The more sweat, the better! Lol

blankiefinder

For calorie burn, my best burns are from the Woodway Curve, and from Zumba.

livingleanlivingclean

javenharris2015 wrote: »

Awesome, I noticed I need to up my cardio. So I'm going on a 4 week crash diet. All lean meats and veggies. Adding running 3 days a week.

What? You need to up cardio so you're going to go on a crash diet? How are they related?

The most effective workout will entirely depend on your goals. If you're trying to build muscle, running isn't going to be an effective workout. If you're trying to train for a marathon, going to a dance class isn't the most effective exercise...

DedRepublic

Pick up the weight and put the weight down...repeat. Add in cardio sessions and tighten up the diet. <-- My effective workout