I've recently changed up my workout routine from traditional lifting to one closer to "cross fit". I have one of those bodies that can put on a lot of muscle mass quickly, though cutting fat is difficult. My goal here is to cut fat while going for muscle endurance and focus on core strength. With the new workout, I've noticed that I generally hit muscle failure on my 3rd set of 5 (which is good) and am thoroughly smoked at the end of the workout. But 30 minutes later, I feel fine. The next day I usually feel sore but not overly so.
Should I change up my work out? Or do it twice a day? Suggestions or personal routines are appreciated.
A one-set example of yesterday's workout - all reps are completed as quickly as possible with no rest time between exercises:
- 1 minute of hitting a tire with a 10lbs hammer (alternating sides)
- 1 minute of "get up's" while holding a 40lbs sand bag
- 1 minute "plank" while alternately raising each foot
- 30 seconds of dips
- 30 seconds of jump squats on odd sets (30 seconds of lunges for even sets)
- 30 seconds of push-ups with one hand elevated on a concrete block (shuffle over to alternate hands between reps)
Take 1 minute to rest. Repeat x 4.