AMRAP Defined & Benefits of this Effective Style of Training

The acronym AMRAP which you’ll find quite often in our Fitzone30 program stands for ‘as many reps as possible’. With similar fat burning effects that you’d get from a high-intensity interval training (HIIT) that focuses on pushing yourself as much as possible during a specified time frame.

The benefits of an effective AMRAP workout is that it focuses on intensity, working as hard as you can in short time frames while taking minimal to no rests between each exercise.

“AMRAPs are associated with improved stamina and aerobic conditioning more so than strength,” according to 2008 CrossFit Games champ Jason Khalipa, founder of NCFit and author of As Many Reps As Possible. 

AMRAPs Can Be Done Anywhere With Minimal Equipment! 

While you can structure an AMRAP workout with any type of exercise. Bodyweight movements, dumbbells, kettlebells is really all you need for an AMRAP workout. With our Fitzone30 workouts all you need is a pair of dumbbells and 30-minutes is all it takes!

Suitable for All Fitness Levels

“AMRAPs are an excellent starting structure for the beginner or a way for an expert to practice specific movements.”

During an AMRAP workout you are only competing against yourself while pushing your pace during this timed workout.  Typically our AMRAPs are broken down into 20-minute increments while pushing yourself to get as many reps and rounds in as possible the intensity is what sets the efficient and effective workout tone.

AMRAPs Help Ignite Fat Burn

“Attempting to get as many reps as possible is very intense, and this intensity increases excess post-exercise oxygen consumption (EPOC), which in returns burns more calories and fat.” 

Similar to the benefits of HIIT, High Intensity Interval Training, AMRAP style workouts have the same effects. Allowing you to burn more calories during and well after your workout is finished.

AMRAPs Help To Monitor Progress

With the right fitness program AMRAP workouts allow you to easily monitor your progress.  When you can increase your reps and/or rounds each week your workouts become more exciting especially when you see that type of improvement week to week.

You have what it takes — try an Fitzone30 AMRAP this week!

While it helps to have some workout experience before starting our Fitzone30 program, you don’t need to be strong to get strong. You can start where you are right now. Or, you can request a custom training plan if you just want to learn the fundamentals before you try and AMRAP.

If you’re ready to take your fitness to the next level, then come join us for our quick yet effective workout that you can do from the gym or comfort of your own home!

What to Expect

When joining our Fitzone30 program expect to gain strength, learn new skills and discover that you are capable of achieving your goals!

References:
AMRAP: Benefits of As Many Reps As Possible Training, July 31st, 2019
AMRAP Workouts Are the Next HIIT — Here’s Why You Should Try One, By Gabrielle Kassel Updated October 9, 2019