{"id":46229,"date":"2022-09-18T19:28:46","date_gmt":"2022-09-18T19:28:46","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/?p=46229"},"modified":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T08:35:01","slug":"circuit-training-benefits","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Circuit Training Benefits According To Science"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_75 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#What_Is_Circuit_Training\" >What Is Circuit Training?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#What_Does_A_Session_Of_Circuit_Training_Workouts_Look_Like\" >What Does A Session Of Circuit Training Workouts Look Like?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#What_Are_The_7_Benefits_Of_Circuit_Training_And_Its_Single_Downside\" >What Are The 7 Benefits Of Circuit Training And Its Single Downside?<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#Time_Efficient\" >Time Efficient<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#Offers_A_Full-Body_Workout\" >Offers A Full-Body Workout<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#May_Lead_To_Weight_Loss\" >May Lead To Weight Loss<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#Can_Increase_Muscle_Growth_And_Strength\" >Can Increase Muscle Growth And Strength<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#Improves_Heart_Health\" >Improves Heart Health<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#Improves_Muscle_Endurance\" >Improves Muscle Endurance<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#Its_Fun\" >It\u2019s Fun!<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#What_Is_The_Biggest_Disadvantage_Of_Circuit_Training\" >What Is The Biggest Disadvantage Of Circuit Training?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#Circuit_Training_Vs_Straight_Sets_Which_Is_Better_For_Muscle_Growth\" >Circuit Training Vs. Straight Sets: Which Is Better For Muscle Growth?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#What_Are_The_5_Advantages_Of_Circuit_Training\" >What Are The 5 Advantages Of Circuit Training?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#The_Bottom_Line\" >The Bottom Line<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#Get_your_personalized\" >Get your personalized<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Are you tired of doing the same old gym routine and are looking to try something new, fun, and just as effective as (if not more) your regular routine? If so, then we suggest circuit training. This mode of exercise has gained popularity among both newbies and advanced gym goers in recent years for good reason. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In today\u2019s article, we shall be outlining and explaining some circuit training benefits to show you how efficient and effective this form of exercise can be when added to your gym routine.<\/span><\/p>\n<a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Top_Circuit_Training_Benefits\" target=\"_blank\"><video autoplay=\"autoplay\" loop=\"loop\" muted=\"muted\" playsinline=\"playsinline\" width=\"777\"><source src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/06\/ezgif.com-gif-to-mp4-2.mp4\" type=\"video\/mp4\" \/><\/video><\/a>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Circuit_Training\"><\/span><b>What Is Circuit Training?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before delving into answering the question, \u201cwhat is circuit training good for?\u201d, let\u2019s first figure out what exactly this form of training involves and how one does it.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dictionary.com <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">defines circuit training as a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/amrap-workouts\/\">workout technique<\/a> that involves a series of exercises performed in rotation often with different kinds of equipment and minimal rest throughout the workout session (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dictionary.com\/browse\/circuit-training\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In simpler terms, circuit training is a type of exercise routine that involves rotation through different types of workouts, all targeting different parts of the body with minimal rest in between each exercise. This kind of workout session allows you to target multiple muscle groups in a small amount of time\u2013 giving you a quick, yet very effective full-body workout.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Does_A_Session_Of_Circuit_Training_Workouts_Look_Like\"><\/span><b>What Does A Session Of Circuit Training Workouts Look Like?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">While circuit <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/tabata-workout\/\">training sessions<\/a> more or less follow the same \u201crules\u201d, no session will necessarily look like another.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is due to the following reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>It Is Not Set In Stone: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">There are no set types of exercises that one needs to follow in order to be in circuit training.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Time Limit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Sessions often vary in terms of how much time one can spare in a day. Naturally, those with less time will end up doing fewer exercises\/fewer reps than those with more time.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Experience Levels<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Not all people attempting this exercise will be lumped together. Beginners often have their own separate sessions, which involve easier (but not less effective workouts) as compared to intermediate or advanced gym goers.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Goals: <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">We all exercise for different reasons. For some it could be weight loss, others want to improve their flexibility, and there are those who want to improve their cardiovascular health, among others. Some circuit training classes can be specifically set up to help individuals reach a certain goal, such as increased muscle growth, improved speed and agility, and improved cardiovascular health.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">With that being said, here is what a session of these workouts might look like:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>8 to 10 Exercises Per Circuit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: This mostly depends on the time available as well as the experience levels of the people in the class. All these exercises will be targeting different muscle groups.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Reps<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Each set of exercises requires a specific number of sets to be done before you can move on to the next exercise on the list. These amounts of reps are often pre-determined by the trainer, or an individual if you are working out alone.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Rest Time<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: Remember that, unlike regular exercises, you do not rest in between the reps or sets. Instead, you may rest after all the workouts for each cycle are completed. This rest time is usually anywhere between 1 to 2 minutes.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Cycle<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: As previously stated, you will be rotating through different kinds of exercises in such a session. Each training circuit may require you to cycle through these workouts up to three times before your session is over.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>Time Limit<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">: One of the biggest advantages of circuit training is how quick it is. Most sessions take anywhere between 30 to 45 minutes, thus you can be in and out of the gym in less than an hour ready to go back to your normal day-to-day activities.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/men-body-types\/\"><i>Men Body Types: How To Train &amp; Diet For Best Results<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Top_Circuit_Training_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38879 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5416-1024x576.png\" alt=\"circuit training benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5416.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5416-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5416.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5416.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_7_Benefits_Of_Circuit_Training_And_Its_Single_Downside\"><\/span><b>What Are The 7 Benefits Of Circuit Training And Its Single Downside?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Here are some benefits of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/what-is-body-sculpting-workout\/\">circuit training workouts<\/a>:<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Time_Efficient\"><\/span><b>Time Efficient<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">One of the biggest, and most understandable, reasons that many people use as to why they don\u2019t work out is the lack of time. Not everyone can spare an hour or two, three to five times a week just to get in some much-needed exercise session.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This is where circuit <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-create-a-workout-plan\/\">training<\/a> comes in. This high-intensity workout is often done in just 30 to 45 minutes (even 20 minutes in some cases), which is a huge time saver for anyone with a busy schedule. It\u2019s very easy to fit a quick circuit workout either very early in the morning before work, during the break time at lunch, or even right after work before heading home\u2013 and still be on schedule with all that you need to do.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Offers_A_Full-Body_Workout\"><\/span><b>Offers A Full-Body Workout<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The \u201cSplit Workouts\u201d is a type of <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/beach-body-hiit-workouts\/\">training program<\/a> that breaks up training sessions by days and muscle groups. They are huge in the fitness community but they aren\u2019t necessarily the best for beginners or people looking to lose weight.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Such training programs are perfect for people who aim to grow their muscles. However, it is also important to note that they require a lot of planning and dedication, which might be overwhelming for a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/stamina-vs-endurance\/\">beginner<\/a>. Choosing to do circuit workouts helps you work all the major muscles in one session through a variety of exercises\u2014 something that works well for anyone who does not have a lot of time to spend in a gym.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"May_Lead_To_Weight_Loss\"><\/span><b>May Lead To Weight Loss<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Other than watching your diet, the other best way to lose weight is by working out using a combination of cardio and strength training. This makes circuit training the best option to consider since such programs combine these two things in one cycle. In a meta-analysis study published in 2019, study reviewers found that circuit training for <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/rack-pull-benefits\/\">weight loss<\/a> was especially effective in obese and overweight people (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/31322317\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">8<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In another study published in 2018, 20 obese female college students were divided into 2 groups. One group was placed on a 12-week, 3 times a week exercise program where they did circuit <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/plank-jacks-benefits\/\">exercises<\/a> that involved 10<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">types of resistance and aerobic workouts. The other group was a control group.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">At the end of the 12 weeks, researchers found that the women in the circuit training program had lost more body weight, body mass, and body mass index, on top of having smaller waist circumferences, than those in the control group (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6028228\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">2<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><strong>Lean and toned up body isn\u2019t just a far-fetched fantasy. Check out the BetterMe app and watch it <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Top_Circuit_Training_Benefits\">propel your weight loss journey<\/a> into high gear!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Top_Circuit_Training_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38833 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109-1024x576.png\" alt=\"Fitness App\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/04\/Frame-5109.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_Increase_Muscle_Growth_And_Strength\"><\/span><b>Can Increase Muscle Growth And Strength<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Having bigger and stronger muscles is probably one of the biggest benefits of circuit training with weights, especially for those whose goal is to not only lift heavier but also have a very \u201cgym fit\u201d physique.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In fact, in one study published in 2021, researchers found that resistance circuit-based training (aka circuit training with weights) was incredibly effective not only for weight loss and reducing total body fat, but it also worked extremely well in increasing muscle mass (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8145598\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">But, how do circuit training benefit muscle mass and strength compared to traditional training methods? According to an older study published in 2011 in the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Journal of Strength and Conditioning Research, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">this form of training produces similar results in <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/3-day-plateau-diet\/\">muscle strength<\/a> and gains in roughly half the time as compared to traditional muscle training methods (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21659889\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improves_Heart_Health\"><\/span><b>Improves Heart Health<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">According to the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">World Health Organization, <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">the leading cause of death globally is heart disease, which is responsible for 16 percent of the world\u2019s total deaths (this was about 8.9 million deaths in 2019 alone (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.who.int\/news-room\/fact-sheets\/detail\/the-top-10-causes-of-death\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">7<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prevent heart disease, the <\/span><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">NHS <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">recommends practices like eating a well-balanced diet, giving up smoking, maintaining a healthy weight, keeping your blood pressure and diabetes in control, reducing your alcohol intake, and, above all else, making regular exercise a part of your daily life.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Since the heart is also a muscle, <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/firefighter-fitness-program\/\">exercising<\/a> strengthens it making sure that it can pound blood throughout your body with less effort (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC6557987\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">3<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circuit training for heart health is a great idea because the minimal resting time between the exercises ensures that your heart rate is always elevated, which in turn strengthens this muscle, enhancing its endurance to pump and circulate blood throughout the body (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/pmc\/articles\/PMC8145598\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">4<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Improves_Muscle_Endurance\"><\/span><b>Improves Muscle Endurance<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Muscle endurance is described as your body\u2019s muscle ability to perform repetitive motions like lengthening and contracting over long periods without getting tired. For dedicated gym goers having good muscular endurance means that they can sustain exercise for longer, meaning less fatigue while working out, better overall <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/crossfit-workout\/\">results<\/a>, and even less risk of injury (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/29372481\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">6<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For an average person, muscular endurance is also an important part of everyday life. This ability of your muscles to seamlessly lengthen and contract over and over for an extended time helps us do everyday activities and chores like carrying groceries, opening doors, walking or cycling, chopping wood, swimming, etc.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b><i>Read More: <\/i><\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/no-equipment-workout-plan\/\"><i>Effective And Simple No Equipment Workout Plan<\/i><\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Top_Circuit_Training_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38820 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Frame-4186-1024x576.png\" alt=\"circuit training benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Frame-4186.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Frame-4186-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Frame-4186.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Frame-4186-1636x920.png 1636w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/06\/Frame-4186.png 1920w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Its_Fun\"><\/span><b>It\u2019s Fun!<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For many people, the words \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/how-to-increase-sexual-stamina\/\">working out<\/a>\u201d and \u201cfun\u201d do not fit in the same sentence\u2013 and with good reason. Not only is it a very sweaty experience, but it is \u2013 more often than not \u2013 quite painful, especially as a beginner. What\u2019s worse is that most exercise routines are often quite rigid and repetitive, which makes the experience extremely boring.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circuit training is the best fix for this for two main reasons:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>It is quite fast-paced. <\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">You quite literally have little to no time to rest in between the exercises, which gives you no time to really think too much about what you are doing, hence, allowing no time for boredom.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><b>It has varieties.<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> As previously stated, no circuit training program is similar to another. Since this form of exercise mixes up different kinds of exercises, your sessions will always have something fun or new for you to try.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_The_Biggest_Disadvantage_Of_Circuit_Training\"><\/span><b>What Is The Biggest Disadvantage Of Circuit Training?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite all the above-mentioned circuit training benefits, this type of workout routine has a higher risk of injury as compared to other more traditional programs. This is because you are moving through different types of exercises with little to no rest. Additionally, by doing these exercises at a high intensity, many people \u2013 especially beginners and those who are using weights \u2013 are very likely to injure themselves.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To prevent this, it is advisable to:<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Seek the help of a trainer who can always make sure that your form is perfect, especially when circuit training with weights, to reduce the risk of sustaining an injury.<\/span><\/li>\n<li style=\"font-weight: 400;\" aria-level=\"1\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Start and go slow. As a beginner, do not attempt or join intermediate or advanced classes. Remember to pace yourself.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>Looking for a way to <a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Top_Circuit_Training_Benefits\">break the vicious cycle of weight loss<\/a> and tone up all the jiggly parts? Watch the extra pounds fly off and your muscles firm up with the BetterMe app!<\/strong><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/quiz.betterme.world\/en\/first-page-generated-gender?flow=2273&amp;utm_source=Blog&amp;utm_medium=Blog&amp;utm_campaign=Top_Circuit_Training_Benefits\"><img decoding=\"async\" class=\"aligncenter wp-image-38788 size-large\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5702-1024x576.png\" alt=\"circuit training benefits\" width=\"770\" height=\"433\" srcset=\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5702.png 1024w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5702-300x169.png 300w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5702.png 768w, https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/12\/Frame-5702.png 1344w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 770px) 100vw, 770px\" \/><\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span><b>FAQs<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Circuit_Training_Vs_Straight_Sets_Which_Is_Better_For_Muscle_Growth\"><\/span><b>Circuit Training Vs. Straight Sets: Which Is Better For Muscle Growth?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If muscle strength, growth, and definition are your gym goals then traditional training (aka straight sets) might be your first option for workouts. However, you might want to rethink this decision.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">To many people, circuit training is seen as a form of cardio or fat-burning workout. While this is true, research shows that this very same \u2013 often disregarded \u2013 form of workout works just as well as traditional weight lifting and provides good results in half the time doing straight sets would (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov\/21659889\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">5<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li aria-level=\"1\">\n<h3><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_The_5_Advantages_Of_Circuit_Training\"><\/span><b>What Are The 5 Advantages Of Circuit Training?<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Circuit training benefits certainly exceed 5, and they include improved lung capacity and heart health, better muscle strength and endurance, time-saving, full body workout, weight loss, and much more.<\/span><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"The_Bottom_Line\"><\/span><b>The Bottom Line<\/b><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The above-listed circuit training benefits clearly show that this type of training program is perfect for anyone irrespective of your goals or gym experience. 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Kamau\",\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#\/schema\/person\/e6dd0d89aa92189bcfcce96605ad901f\"},\"headline\":\"Top Circuit Training Benefits According To Science\",\"dateModified\":\"2024-12-16T08:35:01+00:00\",\"mainEntityOfPage\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/\"},\"wordCount\":2071,\"publisher\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/#organization\"},\"image\":{\"@id\":\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/circuit-training-benefits\/#primaryimage\"},\"thumbnailUrl\":\"https:\/\/cdn.betterme.world\/articles\/wp-content\/uploads\/2022\/09\/shutterstock_485874760.jpg\",\"articleSection\":[\"Trainings\"],\"inLanguage\":\"en-US\",\"articleBody\":\"<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Are you tired of doing the same old gym routine and are looking to try something new, fun, and just as effective as (if not more) your regular routine? If so, then we suggest circuit training. This mode of exercise has gained popularity among both newbies and advanced gym goers in recent years for good reason. <\/span><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">In today\u2019s article, we shall be outlining and explaining some circuit training benefits to show you how efficient and effective this form of exercise can be when added to your gym routine.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n\\r\\n<h2 style=\\\"text-align: center;\\\"><b>What Is Circuit Training?<\/b><\/h2>\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Before delving into answering the question, \u201cwhat is circuit training good for?\u201d, let\u2019s first figure out what exactly this form of training involves and how one does it.<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<i><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">Dictionary.com <\/span><\/i><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">defines circuit training as a <a href=\\\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/amrap-workouts\/\\\">workout technique<\/a> that involves a series of exercises performed in rotation often with different kinds of equipment and minimal rest throughout the workout session (<\/span><a href=\\\"https:\/\/www.dictionary.com\/browse\/circuit-training\\\"><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">).<\/span>\\r\\n\\r\\n<span style=\\\"font-weight: 400;\\\">In simpler terms, circuit training is a type of exercise routine that involves rotation through different types of workouts, all targeting different parts of the body with minimal rest in between each exercise. 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This mode of exercise has gained popularity among both newbies and advanced gym goers in recent years for good reason. <\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In today\u2019s article, we shall be outlining and explaining some circuit training benefits to show you how efficient and effective this form of exercise can be when added to your gym routine.<\/span>\r\n\r\n\r\n<h2 style=\"text-align: center;\"><b>What Is Circuit Training?<\/b><\/h2>\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Before delving into answering the question, \u201cwhat is circuit training good for?\u201d, let\u2019s first figure out what exactly this form of training involves and how one does it.<\/span>\r\n\r\n<i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Dictionary.com <\/span><\/i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">defines circuit training as a <a href=\"https:\/\/betterme.world\/articles\/amrap-workouts\/\">workout technique<\/a> that involves a series of exercises performed in rotation often with different kinds of equipment and minimal rest throughout the workout session (<\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.dictionary.com\/browse\/circuit-training\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">1<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">).<\/span>\r\n\r\n<span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">In simpler terms, circuit training is a type of exercise routine that involves rotation through different types of workouts, all targeting different parts of the body with minimal rest in between each exercise. 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