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Everything you need to know about AMRAPs, including sample workouts
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AMRAP means “as many reps/rounds as possible.” Essentially, an AMRAP workout is when you try to complete as many reps or rounds of a certain exercise as you can in a certain amount of time. We’ll tell you more about what AMRAP means, the benefits of an AMRAP workout, sample AMRAP routines, how to start doing them, their risks, and similar fitness terms.
AMRAP Meaning
AMRAP stands for “as many reps as possible” or “as many rounds as possible.” An AMRAP workout is one where you complete as many reps or rounds of a certain exercise in a set time. It provides high-intensity cardio and strength training.
Steps
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Easing into AMRAP Workouts
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Go slow at first. Yes, the goal is to see how many reps or rounds you can do, but you’re only competing against yourself! Those reps won’t have good form or maximal benefits if they’re sloppy, and you may end up injuring yourself if you’re in a rush. [11] X Trustworthy Source PubMed Central Journal archive from the U.S. National Institutes of Health Go to source Take it easy, perform each exercise thoughtfully, and don’t think of it as a race.
- Instead, think of AMRAPs as simply a measuring tool to see what your body can do.
- To start, go for a workout that lasts 30 minutes or less, and gradually add 1 minute at a time each time you perform the workout.
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Measure your progress. Each time you complete an AMRAP workout, record how many reps or rounds of each workout you completed. This way, you can compare it to how many you completed last time, and how many you will complete next time in order to track your progress. [12] X Research source
- Keep a workout notebook where you record this. Also record how you felt during and afterward, like if you were tired, energized, or anything else.
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Avoid doing AMRAPs as your regular workout routine. AMRAPs aren’t meant to be your daily workout routine. They’re much too high-intensity, may lead to injury, and there are diminishing returns if you don’t let yourself rest. [13] X Trustworthy Source Cleveland Clinic Educational website from one of the world's leading hospitals Go to source Try an AMRAP once a week, and do less-intense workouts on off days.
- Also, stop doing AMRAPs if any part of your body hurts or starts to function unusually.
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