Get in and out of the gym quicker than you can say ‘beach body’

ONLY got a little time to dedicate to working out? Don’t worry! But to make sure you’re making the most of your time, it’s important to keep the intensity high.

Get in and out of the gym quicker than you can say ‘beach body’

Kit you’ll need: Barbell, dumbells

HOW TO DO IT:  Use the heaviest weights you can lift, while maintaining good form. Alternate the two

Getting your heart rate pumping an d muscles firing will ensure the after-burn effect really kicks in, so you’ll be torching fat for hours after your session, too.

Try this super-quick workout for a quick blitz but make sure you’re using the most challenging weights you can safely manage.

Try this super-quick workout for a quick

WEIGHTED SPLIT SQUAT

Areas trained: BOTTOM, THIGHS

Technique:

* Start in a lunge position, with both legs bent to 90 degrees, and a dumbbell in each hand.

* Push up and extend both legs, then lower back down again.

* Perform the allotted reps on both sides to complete.

HOT TIP~

Keep your torso upright and shoulders square throughout.

CLEAN AND PRESS

Areas trained: BOTTOM, LEGS, BACK, CORE, SHOULDERS, UPPER ARMS

Technique:

* Holding a barbell in front of your thighs, palms towards you, bend your legs to create momentum then row the barbell up toward your chin.

* Rotate your grip to drop your elbows under the barbell.

* Push the barbell up to the ceiling.

* Reverse the movement. That’s one rep.

HOT TIP

Keep a natural arch in your lower back throughout.

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