Interval Training Works

12 Minute Push-Ups and Dumbbell Swings

interval training works — Sun, 08 Nov 2009 06:01:26 +0000

Here is part 3 of Craig Ballantyne’s “12 Minute Workout” series. This set includes two types of push-ups: close-hand and regular as well as two types of dumbbell swings: one-hand swings and two-hand swings. Each exercise is done for 30 seconds, rest for a minute or two after one rotation and repeat for 2 or 3 more times until you reach 12 minutes.

Dumbbell Split Squats and Spiderman Lunges

interval training works — Tue, 03 Nov 2009 18:10:29 +0000

Here are some great lower body exercises in this second installment of the 12 minute workout by Craig Ballantyne. In this video, he works on the lower body performing dumbbell split squats and then Spiderman lunges. They can be repeated for about 3 sets or more within the 12 minutes.

12 Minute Incline Dumbbell Presses and Incline Rows

interval training works — Sun, 01 Nov 2009 19:50:33 +0000

How simple is this? A 12 minute fat loss workout that Craig Ballantyne put together starting out with workout 1 which consists of incline dumbbell presses and incline rows. The basic equipment required is a bench and set of dumbbells. No more excuses about being in a time crunch!

Total Body Warmup and Interval Workout

interval training works — Tue, 15 Sep 2009 00:18:34 +0000

One thing I enjoy about Craig Ballentyne’s videos is that his workouts are simple yet effective. That is the beauty of interval training. Most of the time you don’t need anything other than your own body to workout. Other equipment is usually very basic like dumbbells and a small bench. Below is a great demonstration of how you can do some dynamic stretching for warming up your body before getting into an interval routine.

Visit Craig’s web site at Turbulence Training.

Peek Into Craig Ballantyne’s Fridge

interval training works — Mon, 20 Jul 2009 19:05:18 +0000

This is a great video which takes a peek into Craig Ballantyne’s fridge. In this video he gives up dairy, alcohol, sugar, and caffeine (for the month of June.) He gives up those items for the month of June as a way to help avoid “diet creep” as he calls it. It’s easy to fall into our old eating habits once we have reached some success in our fitness and weight loss goals.

It’s a good idea to try when you feel yourself reverting to your old ways. Simply try giving up one thing for a month to keep on track with eating healthy. You can learn more about Craig on his web site.

Challenging Fat Burning Abs Workout

interval training works — Sat, 18 Apr 2009 18:23:12 +0000

The video below is probably one of the most challenging I’ve seen put together by Craig Ballantyne. I know after one set, you are probably going to feel the burn.

The cool thing about this workout is the variety of exercises that go into it. You’ve got squats, pull-ups, burpees, the plank, and more. I can’t imagine anyone being bored with this routine.

This right here is what Turbulence Training is all about:

Kettlebell and Bodyweight Workout

interval training works — Tue, 10 Mar 2009 04:53:06 +0000

The video below by Craig Ballantyne is an awesome demonstration of a full body workout using a kettlebell and bodyweight exercises. It is a circuit of 10 different exercises, 20 reps per exercise, with about 2 minutes rest between sets. Just thinking about this circuit makes me tired!

If you were looking for some variety as well as a way to incorporate kettlebell training, this may be just what you’re looking for:

Work Your Upper Back with the Face Pull

interval training works — Wed, 18 Feb 2009 06:26:29 +0000

When I saw the title for this exercise I was a bit curious to what exactly it was going to work out. If you work out at a gym, this is an easy exercise to incorporate. It uses the tricep rope which I like using when I work out.

Craig Ballantyne demonstrates below. It’s a simple move and works your upper back and shoulders.

The Face Pull

Using Tabata with Bodyweight Workouts

interval training works — Wed, 21 Jan 2009 07:07:48 +0000

The Tabata method works great with bodyweight routines. It doesn’t require any equipment and can be done anywhere. If you’re not familiar with the Tabata method, it is simply:

Choose an exercise
Perform as many repetitions of the exercise for 20 seconds
Rest for 10 seconds
Repeat 7 more times

Below, Craig Ballantyine demonstrates two simple bodyweight exercises that you can use with the Tabata method: squats and push-ups.

Dumbbell Upper Body Workout

interval training works — Thu, 08 Jan 2009 19:52:10 +0000

This workout is sure to kick butt. Craig Ballantyne only performed some of the exercises and was out of breath by the end of the video, so imagine what completing the full routine will do! This workout is made to work the upper body and you can perform this at a busy gym or in your home if you have the equipment.

It is a 10×10 interval workout using nothing more than dumbbells and a bench. If you’re just starting out, it may be a good idea to start with light weights and substitute some exercises with just your body weight. It is definitely a routine that will build up strength, work your cardiovascular system, and burn the heck out of some fat!

Upper Body 10×10 Workout: