{"id":58696,"date":"2024-04-01T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2024-03-31T22:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/blog\/uncategorized\/18-min-fullbody-strength-workout\/"},"modified":"2024-04-01T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2024-03-31T22:00:00","slug":"18-min-fullbody-strength-workout","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/blog\/move\/18-min-fullbody-strength-workout\/","title":{"rendered":"Workout of the week: 18-min full-body strength workout\u00a0"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>ALL LEVELS&nbsp;<\/strong>\/ full-body strength workout \/ 18 minutes<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Equipment<\/strong>: Incline chest press machine, dumbbells &amp; barbell<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Whether you&#8217;re celebrating April Fools&#8217; Day or not, you know that this day is renowned for its practical jokes and shenanigans.<\/strong>&nbsp;However, we know you don&#8217;t think your fitness routine is a laughing matter. Trust us:&nbsp;<strong>while this workout may seem deceptively simple and short in duration, the truth is that it is highly effective.&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Still think we&#8217;re pulling a prank on you? Try this&nbsp;<strong>full-body strength workout<\/strong>&nbsp;for yourself and see the results. With&nbsp;<strong>5 exercises, each with a different number of reps, to complete in 3 rounds<\/strong>. The goal is to&nbsp;<strong>rest as little as possible between both exercises and rounds<\/strong>,<strong>&nbsp;<\/strong>making it possible to do this session in just&nbsp;<strong>18 minutes<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Bodyweight Squat <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Incline chest press <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Dumbbell lunges <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Push-up <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Barbell shoulder press <\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Let&#8217;s prove that this workout is no joke!<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WORKOUT SETUP<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>5 exercises<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>3 rounds<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Little to no rest<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>18 minutes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Equipment: Incline chest press machine, dumbbells &amp; barbell<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">WORKOUT EXERCISE LIST<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>3 rounds<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1 &#8211; BODYWEIGHT SQUAT<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>50 reps<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stand on your feet placing them at the same distance as your shoulder lines.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engage the core and go down to the floor, maintaining your knees on the line of your feet. Maintain tight abs and glutes to control your hip and stabilize the movement.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your arms tight by your side, and use them to help your balance.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your feet attached to the floor and squat as down as possible without lifting the heels or feeling pain in your lower back.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"> <iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6H9iDCvdAbI?si=51g53Kr4m5ZUtlCp\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe> <\/div> \n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2 &#8211; INCLINE CHEST PRESS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>40 reps<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Lean back and press your feet actively onto the floor.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Find a symmetrical grip that lets your forearms stand almost parallel to the floor in the starting position.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engage your core and press forward and up with as much as possible.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Make sure your back stays in contact with the cushion behind you.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"> <iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/2f8uzC-vFEo?si=h2QuaRDVgByaHepG\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe> <\/div> \n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3 &#8211; DUMBBELL LUNGES<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>30 reps<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stand tall and hold the dumbbells by your shoulders.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Step your right leg forward keeping the heel down.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Raise the heel of the left leg.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Then, lower the torso until the back knee touches the ground, with a full hip and knee extension.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat, changing legs. <\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"> <iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/PdIV9-WF0Xc?si=fj21g8EVrhE0jmJs\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe> <\/div> \n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4 &#8211; PUSH-UP<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>20 reps<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Start in a plank position with arms straight, shoulders above wrists, and body in a straight line.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Engage the core and glutes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keeping the shoulders over the wrists, lower the whole body towards the floor, dropping comfortably as low as you can.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Push the body upwards and return to the start position. <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Repeat.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"> <iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/8Yz-GihwLLI?si=WSWNWdcYKWuloBY9\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe> <\/div> \n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:40px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5 &#8211; BARBELL SHOULDER PRESS<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>10 reps<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Stand with your feet shoulder-width apart, holding a barbell with a pronated (overhand) grip at upper-chest height.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Exhale as you push the barbell straight upward.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>At the top of the movement, shrug your shoulders to raise the barbell even higher.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Inhale as you reverse the motions and lower the barbell to the starting position in a controlled manner.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do not lock your elbows out, and use a grip a little wider than shoulder-width.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To move your head out of the way of the bar, rock your body slightly forward as the bar ascends and slightly backwards as the bar descends.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Your head should be facing forward, not looking up.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your elbows a little forward, not directly out to the sides.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Keep your wrists directly above your elbows.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"youtube-container\"> <iframe loading=\"lazy\" width=\"560\" height=\"315\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/i-Ryf86Io28?si=9F_shs8A3XFuoL44\" title=\"YouTube video player\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe> <\/div> \n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Use the strength of this full-body strength workout and choose your next workout below: <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/25-min-fullbody-strength-workout\/\">25-min full-body strength workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/20-min-glutes-workout\/\">20-min glutes workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/30-min-100-reps-workout\/\">30-min 100 reps workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/21-min-emom-strength-workout\/\">21-min EMOM strength workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/20-min-chest-and-triceps-workout\/\">20-min chest and triceps workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/15-min-full-body-kettlebell-workout\/\">15-min full-body kettlebell workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/20-min-functional-partner-workout\/\">20-min functional partner workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/30-min-lower-body-strength-workout\/\">30-min&nbsp;lower body strength workout&nbsp;<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/10-min-strength-workout\/\">10-min strength workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/20-min-bodyweight-fullbody-workout\/\">20-min bodyweight full-body workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/20-min-tabata-workout\/\">20-min Tabata workout<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/15-min-metabolic-strength-workout\/\">15-min metabolic strength workout<\/a><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/trial.evofitness.eu\/ch\/?lang=en&amp;utm_source=website&amp;utm_medium=blog-banner&amp;utm_campaign=trial\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"450\" src=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/evo-at-trial-cta-1day-blog-male.png\" alt=\"evo at trial cta 1day blog male\" class=\"wp-image-114637\" srcset=\"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/evo-at-trial-cta-1day-blog-male.png 1024w, https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/evo-at-trial-cta-1day-blog-male-960x422.png 960w, https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/evo-at-trial-cta-1day-blog-male-768x338.png 768w, https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/evo-at-trial-cta-1day-blog-male-480x211.png 480w, https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/evo-at-trial-cta-1day-blog-male-640x281.png 640w, https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/wp-content\/uploads\/2019\/08\/evo-at-trial-cta-1day-blog-male-720x316.png 720w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ALL LEVELS&nbsp;\/ full-body strength workout \/ 18 minutes Equipment: Incline chest press machine, dumbbells &amp; barbell Whether you&#8217;re celebrating April&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":26,"featured_media":58697,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"_seopress_robots_primary_cat":"","_seopress_titles_title":"Workout of the week: 18-min full-body strength workout | EVO Fitness","_seopress_titles_desc":"It might be out on April Fools&#039; Day but this workout is no joke. Try our 18-minute full-body strength workout.","_seopress_robots_index":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[103],"tags":[935,936,1079,1171,1195],"class_list":["post-58696","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-move","tag-workout-of-the-week","tag-wow","tag-full-body-strength-workout","tag-strength-workout","tag-art"],"acf":[],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/58696","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/26"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=58696"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/58696\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/58697"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=58696"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=58696"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/evofitness.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=58696"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}