It says a lot that Chris Hemsworth didn’t need a muscle suit to play a Norse god, relying instead on his own brawny physique. The Thor actor has built himself a body that’s fit and functional, as proved by his regular surfing and adventuring videos.Â
How has he done this? With regular workouts like this challenging full-body routine that uses just a couple of resistance bands.Â
The 40-year-old Centr fitness app founder posted the routine to his Instagram recently—you can watch the video below then give it a go at home, when you next have 15 minutes. Â
How to do Chris Hemsworth’s full-body resistance band workout
- Banded squats x10
- Banded curls x10
- Banded prisoner squats x10
- Banded push-up into spider climber x10
- Banded snap jumps x10
- Banded fire hydrants x10
- Russian twist x10
- Scissor kick x10
Complete three rounds of the exercises listed above, resting as little as possible between them. If you’re new to any of these moves, watch Hemsworth’s video below for a quick demonstration of each one.Â
Benefits of this workout
This is an example of high-intensity resistance training or HIRT—a known-favorite of Hemsworth’s.
It combines the low-rest/high effort format of high-intensity interval training (HIIT) with the strength and muscle-building benefits of resistance training, delivering the advantages of both exercise styles in one time-efficient session.Â
The circuit format will deliver cardio perks, challenging the endurance of your heart, lungs and muscles. Meanwhile the banded elements add resistance to your movements, helping you develop strength.Â
This routine works a wide range of muscles too. Banded squats strengthen your legs, curls hit the biceps in your arms, push-ups work your chest, shoulders and triceps, and several of the exercises are designed to develop your various core muscles.Â
Why is strength training important?
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