If you've ever attempted to track down the gym routine of your favorite movie star you will have already noticed how hard your chosen stars train for the physiques you see on the silver screen. When it comes to action movies, however, things generally go to a whole new level. In particular, the Jason Statham workout is among the most brutal around.
It achieves it's status of being so different to 'the norm' by tearing up the old rule book calling for three sets of ten. Most of the exercises included are done for twenty or more repetitions and they are full body, strength based moves which are designed to condition rather than sculpt.
Exercises included in the session may be unfamiliar, as it borrows from various different styles including power lifting and crossfit, meaning gym regulars are often replaced with new and difficult variations to incorporate more explosive speed or power into the move. Functional fitness is certainly a key ingredient, with a large importance placed upon your core strength.
The workout is performed as a circuit, with three stages. They are:
Stage 1: Cardio warm up.
Stage 2: 15 minute high intensity interval training workout.
Stage 3: Full body resistance circuit.
Stage one is a simple warm up which lasts 10 minutes. You should choose an exercise which prepares you for your chosen exercises in the later stages, such as a rowing machine. Keep the intensity at a moderate level here so as not to peak to early in the session. Once you have completed a 10 minute warm up, it's on to phase two. This stage involves a much more difficult cardiovascular test - high intensity interval training.
Of course, HIIT is based upon the theory of switching from a moderate level of intensity to a very high level rather than just keeping the workout at the same pace. It has been proven to increase fat burning by nine times compared to regular cardiovascular exercise but the secret to success comes in allowing for sufficient recovery between your short interval bursts of maximal intensity. This session lasts 15 minutes. Try to fit in as many 30 second bursts as you can, allowing around 2 minutes for recovery - but if you need longer than that, just take longer.
By the time you reach stage three you should already be feeling the effects of this workout. Phase three consists of a circuit involving body weight exercises, compound lifts and functional strength moves. You can fill this circuit with any exercises you choose, so long as you are careful to ensure it offers you a full body workout and doesn't stick to one particular muscle group. However, if you want to workout exactly like your favorite action hero then these exercises would be the group to choose from:
Full leg raise x 20 reps - ensuring your bum comes off the floor with every rep.
Dips x 20
Weighted rope pull x 5
Rope climb x 5 reps - climb a rope 5 times.
Skipping with high knees x 30 seconds
Wide-grip pull-ups x 15
Romanian deadlift x 20 reps - ensure correct form.
Barbell Squat x 20
Barbell Bench Press x 20
Power clean x 20 reps - focus on explosive power.
Dumbbell Swing x 20 reps - use a dumbbell as an alternative to kettlebells, giving a new twist to a popular old exercise.
You form your own individual circuit either by choosing six of the moves above or inserting your own into any of the six available slots. As long as the focus is on a full body workout, the exercises can be changed as much as you like. Push through all six exercises before taking a 3-4 minute rest period and then going through it again. Aim to get through about 5 rounds in total.
While the Jason Statham workout certainly offers the ability to tone you up and build lean muscle, it's primary skill is it's ability to improve your strength and physical performance. Each exercise should be performed with intensity and force, maintaining an explosive but strict form.
It achieves it's status of being so different to 'the norm' by tearing up the old rule book calling for three sets of ten. Most of the exercises included are done for twenty or more repetitions and they are full body, strength based moves which are designed to condition rather than sculpt.
Exercises included in the session may be unfamiliar, as it borrows from various different styles including power lifting and crossfit, meaning gym regulars are often replaced with new and difficult variations to incorporate more explosive speed or power into the move. Functional fitness is certainly a key ingredient, with a large importance placed upon your core strength.
The workout is performed as a circuit, with three stages. They are:
Stage 1: Cardio warm up.
Stage 2: 15 minute high intensity interval training workout.
Stage 3: Full body resistance circuit.
Stage one is a simple warm up which lasts 10 minutes. You should choose an exercise which prepares you for your chosen exercises in the later stages, such as a rowing machine. Keep the intensity at a moderate level here so as not to peak to early in the session. Once you have completed a 10 minute warm up, it's on to phase two. This stage involves a much more difficult cardiovascular test - high intensity interval training.
Of course, HIIT is based upon the theory of switching from a moderate level of intensity to a very high level rather than just keeping the workout at the same pace. It has been proven to increase fat burning by nine times compared to regular cardiovascular exercise but the secret to success comes in allowing for sufficient recovery between your short interval bursts of maximal intensity. This session lasts 15 minutes. Try to fit in as many 30 second bursts as you can, allowing around 2 minutes for recovery - but if you need longer than that, just take longer.
By the time you reach stage three you should already be feeling the effects of this workout. Phase three consists of a circuit involving body weight exercises, compound lifts and functional strength moves. You can fill this circuit with any exercises you choose, so long as you are careful to ensure it offers you a full body workout and doesn't stick to one particular muscle group. However, if you want to workout exactly like your favorite action hero then these exercises would be the group to choose from:
Full leg raise x 20 reps - ensuring your bum comes off the floor with every rep.
Dips x 20
Weighted rope pull x 5
Rope climb x 5 reps - climb a rope 5 times.
Skipping with high knees x 30 seconds
Wide-grip pull-ups x 15
Romanian deadlift x 20 reps - ensure correct form.
Barbell Squat x 20
Barbell Bench Press x 20
Power clean x 20 reps - focus on explosive power.
Dumbbell Swing x 20 reps - use a dumbbell as an alternative to kettlebells, giving a new twist to a popular old exercise.
You form your own individual circuit either by choosing six of the moves above or inserting your own into any of the six available slots. As long as the focus is on a full body workout, the exercises can be changed as much as you like. Push through all six exercises before taking a 3-4 minute rest period and then going through it again. Aim to get through about 5 rounds in total.
While the Jason Statham workout certainly offers the ability to tone you up and build lean muscle, it's primary skill is it's ability to improve your strength and physical performance. Each exercise should be performed with intensity and force, maintaining an explosive but strict form.
About the Author:
Our writer today: Russ Howe PTI is now a very in-demand online personal trainer from the UK. You can pick up the full body training routine he used for the jason statham workout via his website now.
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