As I booted up my laptop to create the show this week, realized that this is the 666th episode of Get-Fit Guy. Out of curiosity, I searched for ‘the devil’s workout,’ and the foremost result was a workout from ‘Thor’ actor, Chris Hemsworth’s personal trainer. The workout seems devilish due to the numeric arrangement—6 exercises, 6 reps, and 6 rounds.
What is the Devil’s Workout: A Breakdown
The workout encompasses:
- Deadlift to overhead tricep extension
- Feet elevated TRX row
- Kettlebell reverse lunge with overhead press
- Ring chin ups
- Squat on a BOSU ball with resistance band flye
- Rotational med ball slams
Each exercise is to be conducted in 6 rounds, with 6 reps each.
Unmasking the Devil’s Workout
While the design of the devil’s workout seems appealing, it must be examined in detail. Take the deadlift to overhead tricep extension. If you’re deadlifting, you aim to strengthen your back. However, the weight you tricep extend is likely way less than what you deadlift. If you can only utilize a fraction of the load you can lift, then why blend both?
Again, why squat on a BOSU ball while performing resistance band flyes? In my opinion, adding more exercises to one does not make you a better trainer but an insecure one.
A Word of Caution
Some of the other exercises in the 666 workout are overly generalized and might lead to overexertion. An individual’s training should respect their goals and capabilities. For instance, the workout’s promoter, Chris Hemsworth, encourages the participants to rest for a minute between sets or “just throw up and power through.” Vomiting during a workout is not a sign of achievement but an indicator of pushing beyond one’s capacity.
Conclusion
So, the ‘devil’s workout,’ it stands to mention that while exercise should be challenging, it must also be enjoyable, safe, and suitable for the individual’s capacity. Like Hemsworth’s claim about rest times, suggesting pushing to the point of vomiting is both irresponsible and terrifying. Each person’s training should be tailored to their capabilities and goals, not a one-size-fits-all approach. Exercise ought to be enjoyable rather than a punishment. In conclusion, remember to adopt a workout routine that is safe, effective, and enjoyable for you.
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