30 minute beginner back workout with a barbell
Here's everything you need to try our 30 minute beginner back workout with a barbell. For each circuit, complete each exercise one after the other and repeat it for 3 rounds before continuing on to the next circuit.
- Circuit 1
- Russian Twists
- Circuit 2
- Side Raise
- Janda Sit Ups
- Tall Plank Knee to Elbow
Circuit 1
Complete this round 3 times.
Russian Twists
Complete 18 repetitions
Coaching Tips For Russian Twists
Follow these cues to perform Russian Twists correctly:
- Do not move with speed
- Let the load pull on your core.
Circuit 2
Complete this round 3 times.
Side Raise
Complete 8 repetitions
Coaching Tips For Side Raise
Follow these cues to perform Side Raise correctly:
- Do not use any momentum
- Keep the shoulders in a fixed position throughout
- Only have a slight bend in the arm
- A plate is used in the video, but a dumbbell is more appropriate.
Janda Sit Ups
Complete 14 repetitions
Coaching Tips For Janda Sit Ups
Follow these cues to perform Janda Sit Ups correctly:
- Keep the knees above the hips throughout the entire movement
- Isolate the abdominals as much as possible.
Tall Plank Knee to Elbow
Complete 12 repetitions
The tall knee to elbow exercise is a very effective anterior core exercise that can be used by people of all abilities.
Benefits of Tall Plank Knee to Elbow
The main benefit of the tall plank knee to elbow is it’s ability to develop strength in the anterior core musculature.
How To Do Tall Plank Knee to Elbow
- Start in a stable top of press up hold position.
- Lift one leg and bring it to the elbow (or as close as your mobility allows).
- Return slowly with control to the start position.
Coaching Tips For Tall Plank Knee to Elbow
Follow these cues to perform Tall Plank Knee to Elbow correctly:
- Bring the knee out and round to touch the elbow
- Keep the elbows locked throughout
- Move slowly with control.
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This workout was made by Sean Klein
Sean Klein
