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This Superset Workout Does Double the Work in Half the Time

May 12 2017 - 5:00pm

Supersets are an effective way to save time at the gym; they build strength and keep the heart pumping to burn maximum calories. When pressed for time at the gym, don't skimp on your sweat session. Do this full-body workout featuring supersets from trainer Lauren Fairbanks. It's so efficient you'll have more time for your post-workout sauna.

After warming up with five minutes of cardio and some dynamic stretching, do each superset three times before progressing to the next. Rest for one minute between supersets.

Superset One

Weighted reverse lunges: 15 reps per leg, 12.5-pound dumbbells

Side to center arm raises: 10 reps, five-pound dumbbells

Superset Two

Alternating single-leg weighted deadlift: 10 reps, 10-pound dumbbells

Overhead press: 15 reps, 10-pound dumbbells or 20-pound barbell.

Superset Three

Hanging knee pull-ups: 15 reps

Medicine ball oblique wall toss: 10- to 15-pound med ball, 10 each side

EXERCISE REPS EQUIPMENT
Reverse lunges 15 per leg 12.5-pound dumbbells
Side center arm raises 10 reps Five-pound dumbbells
Single leg deadlift 10 per leg 10-pound dumbbells
Overhead press 15 reps 10-pound dumbbells
Hanging knee lift 15 reps Pull-up bar and bench/box
Med ball twisted toss 10 each side 10- to 15-pound medicine ball

Here's a printable chart [2] you can take with you to the gym!


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https://www.popsugar.com/fitness/Time-Saving-Superset-Workout-23978414