Celebrate your return to the gym with this five-move complex that unites some classic compound lifts to devastating fat-fighting effect. Grab a bar, do each exercise for the required number of reps, then move onto the next without setting the weight down. Only rest after you finish all five moves. Do this as a finisher to a strength session or as a standalone quick-fire workout.
“Barbell complexes are an effective tool to build muscle and at the same time fire up your metabolism to torch body fat,” says Steve Kowalenko of W10 Performance. “They’re fast, fun, and elevate your metabolism for longer than traditional cardio. Also, while traditional cardio can increase your levels of cortisol, the stress hormone responsible for fat storage, this complex will release anabolic hormones that will outweigh its negative effects and help you maintain muscle mass.”
HOW TO:
● Use a manageable weight you can use without sacrificing form.
● Complete 10 reps of each exercise.