Holiday Strength Circuit Training – Fitnessista

Tis the season for fun family gatherings, lots of holiday events, and wondering how the hell you’re going to fit in a workout. I’m always a fan of fast barbell circuits, but even more so in such a busy season. I always appreciate the amazing feeling when I can grab the dumbbells, put on my headphones and 20-30 minutes later I’m sweaty and full of energy to get through the rest of the day.

For today’s post, I wanted to share a quick workout that you can do anywhere during the holidays. All you need is a medium pair of dumbbells and a mat. Please let me know if you try it! (As always, talk to your doctor before making any fitness changes and respect your body.)

Holiday strength circuit training

Forms and tips:

From a squat to an upright row

Holding a pair of dumbbells, keep your chest up and your weight in your heels as you squat down and back. Exhale and squeeze your booty to lift and perform an upright row at the top.

Squat Jump

Make sure you land softly with your knees bent. As you jump up, extend your arms above your head and try to create some lightness in the movement. Squat as low as possible and stretch as high as possible.

Bowed lunges

Cross one leg back and behind the other and jump into a bow. The front foot stays on the ground and the back foot has the heel lifted off the floor.

Frogs

Start in a plié squat position. Lower your arms down to touch the floor (keep your chest up). Jump and land, touch the floor.

Biceps Curl to Overhead Press

Hold the barbell, squeeze your biceps, and exhale as you twist, inhale to raise the weight 90 degrees, and exhale as you press up overhead.

Push-up to Renegade Row

Start in a plank position, on your knees or toes, holding dumbbells in both hands. Keep your hips down in line with your spine and as you exhale, squeeze your chest to lift yourself up. Pick up one dumbbell and press your back to bend your elbow toward your torso, keeping your elbow close to you. Lower down and repeat on the opposite side.

Scissors

As you exhale, keep your head and shoulders off the ground, reach up and hold onto the back of your knee with both arms. Keeping legs straight or bent and core tight, alternate legs.

Note: These images were originally taken as part of a paid sponsorship that is still in the approval process, but I wanted you to have access to this workout content over the holidays. I paid for the clothes out of pocket.

These stockings they’re supportive, not see-through (<— very important), and perfect for strength training and Orangetheory. They also have a wide range of sizes available.

This fleece is a classic Under Armor staple and they’re also an easy holiday gift. You can find them in many different colors for women, men and children. They are very soft and comfortable to lounge around in or wear to and from the gym.

Please let me know if you try the workout and what you think! I manage to get in a quick cardio workout and meet a friend from college for coffee. 🙂

Hope you have a lovely morning and see you soon!

xo

Gina

Photo by Kristi Harris