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Are you tired of doing all of the standard cardio exercises like treadmills and stepper machines? Would you like to try something that's different but just as effective at burning fat? Give Circuit Training a try.

Circuit training can be done with weight training exercises and bodyweight exercises. The idea is to use 3 to 5 different exercises without resting between sets. Choose compound exercises that work more than one body part and alternate between upper and lower body exercises.

Here is an example of an effective circuit training routine: (Visit the Weight Training page for an explanation of all of the exercises)

Bench Press: 1 set of 15 reps

Squats: 1 set of 15 reps

Pull ups or Pull downs: 1 set of  15 reps

Lunges: 1 set of 15 reps

Shoulder Press: 1 set of 15 reps

Go through all 5 exercises without resting between sets. After you complete all 5 exercises, rest long enough to catch your breath, then repeat the circuit. Do this 3 to 5 times. If you are not used to this type of training, you can start off with 3 exercises instead of 5.

Do this routine 3 days a week for 6 to 8 weeks. If you are trying to burn fat and lose weight, try a fat burner supplement. Visit the Supplements page for more information on fat burner supplements.