I use to spend hours in the gym, but a little over a year ago, I decided to try a different method of training that would be just as effective as my normal routine, but would save me time in the gym.  I also wanted to be able to work out at home if I so desired.  So, I started doing circuit training.  Circuit training combines cardiovascular fitness & resistance training.  You benefit the most when you rest as little as possible between stations and 60 – 90 seconds between each circuit.  Each circuit can have between 4 – 15 stations depending on equipment available & your level of fitness.  It’s best to include a form of exercise in each circuit that works different body parts.  If you prefer to work out at home, all you need are dumbbells, jump ropes, medicine balls, and resistance bands.   Here’s an example of a circuit:

Station 1 – push ups

Station 2 – step-ups

Station 3 – crunches on ball

Station 4 – biceps curls (using dumbbells or resistance bands)

Station 5 – Chest press (with dumbbells)

Perform 10 – 20 reps & for core (abs) exercises, perform 30 reps.  After you have completed each station with little rest in between, you have completed a circuit.  Repeat each circuit 3 – 4 times.