Advanced TRX full body circuit — suspension training challenges every muscle group through instability and control. Flow through all exercises 3 times in circuit fashion. Stick to the rest periods as best you can. Builds muscle, strength and balance.
Bust those biceps, then go again if you have the time!
About this workout
Advanced TRX 25-Min Full Body Circuit Workout is a free 25 min workout plan with 7 illustrated exercises for your biceps, middle back/lats, triceps and abs. Follow the workout online, save it to your WorkoutLabs Fit account or download it as a printable PDF.
Tap any exercise in the workout to see the muscles worked, clear exercise illustrations and step-by-step instructions. Each workout includes sets, reps, rest times and notes so you can follow the plan without guessing.
Workout details
Duration: 25 min
Exercises: 7
Training focus: Biceps, middle back/lats, triceps and abs
You'll need suspension straps / trx for this workout. Tap any exercise to see form instructions and possible substitutions if a piece of equipment isn't available.
How long does the Advanced TRX 25-Min Full Body Circuit Workout take?
The full workout takes about 25 minutes, covering 7 exercises with prescribed sets, reps and rest periods. Using the built-in timers and auto-advance keeps you on pace from start to finish.
Is this workout suitable for my fitness level?
This is an advanced workout designed for experienced lifters. If you're newer to training, scale it down with lighter loads and longer rests, or browse our library for a beginner or intermediate version of a similar routine.
What muscles does this workout target?
This routine primarily works your abs, quadriceps, chest, hamstrings, middle back / lats, shoulders. Tap any exercise in the workout to see a muscle diagram showing exactly which primary and secondary muscles it activates.
How often should I do this workout?
For gain muscle, get toned, aim to do this workout 2–3 times per week with at least one rest day between sessions. Progress by gradually adding weight or reps, and pair it with workouts for other muscle groups during the week.
Can I download or save this workout?
Yes – you can download this workout as a free printable PDF using the download button, or save it to a free WorkoutLabs Fit account to follow it on your phone, customize the exercises and track your progress.
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Advanced TRX full body circuit — suspension training challenges every muscle group through instability and control. Flow through all exercises 3 times in circuit fashion. Stick to the rest periods as best you can. Builds muscle, strength and balance.
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Set the handles so that they hang at about chest height.
Take grip of the handles and use them as balance as you lift one leg off the ground.
With your grounded leg, bend at the knee and allow your body to lower itself steadily downwards, keep your elevated leg straight out in front as you do so.
Once the grounded leg is at its full bend, drive your foot into the floor and use your glutes to push your body back upwards. You shouldn’t pull on the TRX, only use it for stability.
Primary muscle group(s):
Glutes & Hip Flexors, Quadriceps
Secondary:
Abs, Calves, Hamstrings
Stand straight with your feet hip width apart, arms fully extended and your hands by your sides.
Raise your left foot from the floor, extending your leg out in front of you.
As you do so, raise both arms out in front of you in a smooth arc for balance. This is the start position.
In a controlled movement, lower your body toward the floor by bending your right knee while pushing your hips back as if sitting down in a chair.
Continue this downward movement until your right thigh is parallel to the floor.
Hold for a count of one.
Return to the start position by pushing down through your right heel and straightening your leg. Lower your arms to the start position as you do so.
Repeat.
Beginner – this exercise can be completed by placing your hand on a chair, bench, parallel bar or other support to one next to you. Advanced – this exercise can be completed holding dumbbells down by your side, or a kettlebell to your chest to add resistance.
Primary muscle group(s):
Quadriceps
Secondary:
Abs, Hamstrings
Place your feet at shoulder width apart while keeping your chest up and your abdominals braced.
Begin the movement by swinging your arms up towards your shoulders. At the same time, bend at the knees and drive your hips back like you’re sitting in a chair.
Once your upper thighs are parallel with the ground, pause, then drive your hips forward to return to the starting position.
Secure a TRX band on a door frame or other stable surface. Make sure that the band is overhead.
Holding the handles of the TRX band, walk forward until the slack tightens. Brace your core and stand with feet shoulder-width apart. Now lean forward on the bands until the bands are supporting your weight.
Maintaining a flat back and tight core throughout, lower yourself down between the bands until your elbows are at a 90 degree angle. Push yourself back up to the starting position.
Primary muscle group(s):
Chest
Secondary:
Abs, Shoulders, Triceps
Get into position by placing your hands flat on the floor, directly below your shoulders.
Extend your legs out behind you, with only your toes and balls of your feet touching the floor.
Hold your body up and keep your back straight by tightening your abdominal muscles.
Your neck and head should be bent slightly back.
Lower your chest towards the ground by bending your elbows until your chest is just above the ground or you feel a stretching of your chest and shoulders. Hold for a count of one.
Press upwards from your chest and shoulders, straightening your arms as you return to the starting position. Hold for a count of one.
Repeat.
Primary muscle group(s):
Chest
Secondary:
Abs, Shoulders, Triceps
Place a pair of dumbbells on the floor. Lie on your back in between the dumbbells. Bend your knees and move your feet towards your butt.
Grab the dumbbells and hold them above you. Allow your upper arms to remain on the floor. Begin the movement by pushing the dumbbells over your chest. Pause at the top and squeeze your chest muscles.
Slowly bring the weights down to the starting position, allowing your arms to rest for a brief moment before beginning the next repetition.
Carefully place your feet into individual TRX straps. Face forward and place your hands on the ground below your shoulders. Brace your core as you drive your hips up into a push-up position.
Begin the exercise by moving your right knee forward then fully extend it back. Now bring the left knee forward and fully back.
Continue this back and forth pattern of movement while keeping the upper body stationary and the hips elevated.
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs, Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Chest, Shoulders
Place your hands flat on the floor, shoulder width apart.
Extend your torso and legs fully behind you with only your toes and balls of your feet touching the floor.
Your body should be in a straight line, with your weight supported on your hands and toes only.
Starting with either leg, flex your knee and hip at the same time to bring your knee up and under your hip. Your other leg should remain fully extended. This is the start position.
Using an explosive movement, reverse the position of your legs, by extending the bent leg back and simultaneously flexing the straight leg until it is in the startposition.
Continue alternating in this manner for the desire amount of time.
Primary muscle group(s):
Obliques
Secondary:
Abs
Assume a push-up position. Core is tight. Back is flat. Hands are underneath the shoulders. Head is in neutral position.
Bring one knee up towards your chest and twist towards the opposing elbow. (Ex: Right knee to left elbow.)
Contract the core and return the leg to the starting position.
Set the height of the straps so that you can sit beneath them and only just reach the handles with outstretched arms
Take grip of the handles and use your back and arms to pull your body upwards. Aim to get your upper chest to the same level as the handles.
Hold the top position for a second, and then lower your body, steadily, back down to the starting position.
Be sure not to use your legs to aide the pull up.
Primary muscle group(s):
Lower Back, Upper Back & Lower Traps
Secondary:
Abs, Biceps, Shoulders
Set the bar to your waist height.
Lie on your back under the bar.
Reach up and grip the bar with an overhand grip with both hands.
Keeping your body straight, pull yourself up towards the bar by pulling your elbows as far back as you can and trying to touch the bar with your chest.
Hold and squeeze your arm and back muscles.
Lower yourself back to the start position in a controlled motion.
Repeat.
For this exercise, you can use a Smith machine bar, an Olympic bar on a rack or any other straight, sturdy bar set to the right height. The lower the bar is to the floor, the more intense it will be due to the starting angles of your arms.
Bring yourself to the ground and enter an elevated push-up position with your hands below your shoulders and your feet directly behind you. Carefully, insert one foot at a time into hanging TRX bands.
Maintaining a tight core, slowly lower yourself while keeping your balance. Once your upper arms are parallel with the floor, pause, and return to the starting position.
Bring your knees in towards your elbows, feeling the contraction in your abdominals. Slowly extend your feet back into the starting position. That is one repetition.
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs, Glutes & Hip Flexors
Secondary:
Chest, Shoulders
Place your hands flat on the floor, shoulder width apart.
Extend your torso and legs fully behind you with only your toes and balls of your feet touching the floor.
Your body should be in a straight line, with your weight supported on your hands and toes only.
Starting with either leg, flex your knee and hip at the same time to bring your knee up and under your hip. Your other leg should remain fully extended. This is the start position.
Using an explosive movement, reverse the position of your legs, by extending the bent leg back and simultaneously flexing the straight leg until it is in the startposition.
Continue alternating in this manner for the desire amount of time.
Primary muscle group(s):
Abs
Secondary:
Calves, Glutes & Hip Flexors, Quadriceps
Position yourself on all fours with your torso on a swiss ball and hands and feet on the floor. Stretch your legs back and keep your hands under your shoulders.
Engage your abs and slowly walk your hands forward until your feet lift off the floor. Carry on walking out until your quads or knees rest on the ball in a plank position.
Slowly bend your knees in towards your chest allowing the ball to roll forward. Tuck your knees under your torso as your hips lift towards the ceiling.
Slowly straighten your legs and roll the ball out to the starting position.