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crevtion
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Ok so I made myself this workout using the app PumpUp to suit my preferences. There are 3 circuits with 8 exercises all at 30 seconds each. Then I repeat the circuits twice adding up to 36min. They are all body weight because I use weights in another workout. My question to you is this: would this burn many calories and around how much for a 5'4 (165cm) 117pound (53kg) 19yo female? I'm only asking because the calories burn estimate on here might not be accurate when I put in circuit training and I don't want to end up underestimating or overeating and then eating either too much or too little as a result. Also is this what is considered to be HIIT?
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So if I added more jumping jacks or high knees (like between each exercise maybe) it would be HIIT then? It's pretty intense because I have no breaks in between other than a minute or so between the circuits0
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its not HIIT, logging it as circuit training would be fine. its all estimates after all.4
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So if I added more jumping jacks or high knees (like between each exercise maybe) it would be HIIT then? It's pretty intense because I have no breaks in between other than a minute or so between the circuits
No it's not real HIIT - no breaks between exercises isn't how you define HIIT.
But you would find many similar classes doing that kind of calisthenics or circuit training misleadingly calling their workouts HIIT. Marketing Department HIIT is rampant!
I won't rate your workout as it's not something I would want to do but what I enjoy and my goals are no doubt different. I would log as calisthenics as it's bodyweight but think the database gives the same calorie count for both vigorous calisthenics and circuit training (a bit generous on the calorie count IMHO).
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What is the intent of your workout? Just calorie burn?2
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Toning up is a matter of reducing body fat and having enough muscle to show. This isn't going to do much for your strength, except probably your core as you include a lot of core movements.
Given the situation you are in, you'd be better off following a more strength based program and doing a "recomp". Your strength movements can be body weight, but they should be challenging and not done quickly in the way this workout is designed.6 -
-2/10 is what I would rate this workout, especially considering your goals.3
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Looks harder than my workouts so A+2
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Toning up is a matter of reducing body fat and having enough muscle to show. This isn't going to do much for your strength, except probably your core as you include a lot of core movements.
Given the situation you are in, you'd be better off following a more strength based program and doing a "recomp". Your strength movements can be body weight, but they should be challenging and not done quickly in the way this workout is designed.
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The workout you have here is fine to do for cardio, conditioning, etc. I do some of these moves when circuit training and in my power yoga class. But I would recommend you follow a progressive strength program for optimal results.1 -
Okay so if I do that cardio style workout 3 times a week and then strength training 2-3 times a week will I get the best results? Is the workout below a good idea for one of those days? I made it so it focuses more on legs and glutes.
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Toning up is a matter of reducing body fat and having enough muscle to show. This isn't going to do much for your strength, except probably your core as you include a lot of core movements.
Given the situation you are in, you'd be better off following a more strength based program and doing a "recomp". Your strength movements can be body weight, but they should be challenging and not done quickly in the way this workout is designed.
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The workout you have here is fine to do for cardio, conditioning, etc. I do some of these moves when circuit training and in my power yoga class. But I would recommend you follow a progressive strength program for optimal results.
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Find an established and progressive program.
If you want one focused on glutes, Strong Curves would be a good choice. Much better than trying to make up your own.0 -
Okay so if I do that cardio style workout 3 times a week and then strength training 2-3 times a week will I get the best results? Is the workout below a good idea for one of those days? I made it so it focuses more on legs and glutes.
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To be blunt: this isn't very balanced, doesn't include a progression scheme, the exercises aren't in any kind of logical order, and it would take you forever. I'd recommend looking at a progressive program designed by a professional, as it will already have taken these things into account. I promise there already exists one (or several) that will align with your goals--Strong Curves might be a good place to start!
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